Transportation Drainage Engineer

Stantec

Transportation Drainage Engineer involved in drainage design for roadways and transit facilities. Collaborating on multiple exciting projects while advancing engineering knowledge in a supportive environment.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeLexington • Kentucky • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in drainage design and analysis, utilizing software such as MicroStation and HEC-RAS. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential for collaborating with clients and project teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.

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MicroStation ProficiencyHEC-RAS ExperienceDrainage CalculationsEIT RegistrationCivil Engineering Degree

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Hard Skills

Drainage DesignDrainage SoftwareScour AnalysisTechnical DocumentationData Analysis

Soft Skills

TeamworkCommunicationAttention to DetailMultitaskingMentoring

Tools & Technologies

ORD DrainageSTORMCADHY-8OpenRoads Designer

Certifications & Qualifications

EIT RegistrationPE License

Industry Keywords

Civil EngineeringTransportation ProjectsProject ManagementBusiness DevelopmentClient Relationships

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build strong relationships with clients, partners, and project teams to keep communication open and projects moving
Lead and coordinate tasks with fellow engineers and technicians, working together to deliver high-quality solutions
Gather and analyze the data that drives smarter, more sustainable drainage design for transportation projects
Perform and review drainage calculations, studies, and reports that shape key project decisions
Take part in project meetings and share your insights to help guide technical discussions
Contribute to proposals and technical documentation that win and deliver great projects
Follow established design and documentation standards while helping improve team workflows
Support client and stakeholder communication with professionalism and attention to detail
Play an active role in business development, deliver top-quality results, provide excellent service, and help strengthen client relationships
Collaborate with project managers to coordinate efforts between clients, subconsultants, and internal teams
Stay ahead of the curve by keeping your engineering knowledge and technical skills sharp
Mentor and motivate teammates, turning every challenge into an opportunity to learn and grow.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proficiency with MicroStation
Experience with ORD Drainage, HEC-RAS (including scour analysis), STORMCAD, HY-8, and other drainage software used by the KYTC Highway Design Drainage Branch highly preferred
Strong teamwork skills with the flexibility to adapt and collaborate across multiple projects
Excellent communication, multitasking, and attention to detail
Eagerness to learn new technologies and collaborate with multiple project managers in a dynamic environment
OpenRoads Designer experience is a plus but not required
Completion of a four (4) year college level academic program in Civil Engineering with a Bachelor of Science degree is mandatory
A minimum of five (5) years of experience
EIT registration required, PE license is preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans
wellness program
health saving accounts
flexible spending accounts
401(k) plan
employee stock purchase program
life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
short-term/long-term disability plans
emergency travel benefits
tuition reimbursement
professional membership fee coverage
paid family leave
ten paid holidays in each calendar year
vacation between 10 and 20 days per year
paid sick leave