Transportation Drainage Engineer

AECOM•San Antonio, TX

11h•$100,000 - $120,000•Remote

About The Position

AECOM is hiring a Transportation Drainage Engineer to perform engineering analysis and drainage design for transportation projects. The role supports assignments for Departments of Transportation and local municipalities in Florida and other states, working with a large, collegial team across multiple projects. A supportive manager will collaborate with the employee on a five-year career development plan. The engineer performs drainage design and production, including hydrology and hydraulics calculations and preparation of construction plans using applicable Department of Transportation standards. The position also contributes to the design of open and closed collection and conveyance systems and stormwater management facilities that meet water quality and quantity requirements. The role calls for clear communication and cohesive teamwork to address systematic problems and anticipate issues as designs evolve across disciplines. This is a remote position associated with San Antonio, Texas. Relocation is unavailable, and AECOM is not offering US employment authorization sponsorship now or in the future. The posting is for a current vacancy that AECOM intends to fill by November 16, 2026. Newly hired employees must attend in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office. The compensation range is USD 100,000–120,000 yearly.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline, and four years of experience as a Drainage Engineer, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Ability to clearly communicate and work cohesively in a team atmosphere.

Nice To Haves

Experience designing drainage conveyance systems and preparing plans in compliance with state DOT standards.
Experience in pond design, including grading, plan sheet development, hydrology, hydraulics, and control structure design.
Experience with MicroStation, GEOPAK, OpenRoads, StormCad or equivalent CAD software, HY-8, ICPR, HEC-RAS, and MS Office.
Working knowledge of applicable Federal Highway Administration hydraulic circulars.

Responsibilities

Develop strong working relationships with clients and staff while maintaining high project standards and meeting or exceeding client expectations.
Perform drainage design and production for transportation projects, including calculations and plan preparation.
Perform hydrology and hydraulics calculations using appropriate methodologies for transportation facilities.
Prepare construction plans using standards for the applicable Department of Transportation.
Identify, communicate, and work collaboratively with the team to solve systematic problems and forecast potential issues as designs evolve across disciplines.
Identify and apply applicable drainage-design policies, methods, practices, and procedures.
Assist in designing open and closed collection and conveyance systems for transportation projects.
Assist in designing stormwater management facilities to meet water quality and quantity requirements.