Sr. Drainage Engineer

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27612, Raleigh, NC, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Professional Services • Transportation • Industrial
The Role
Designs highway and interstate drainage and stormwater improvement projects from preliminary through final design. Performs engineering calculations, develops plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates, and coordinates with project teams, consultants, NCDOT, and reviewers. Manages project documentation, schedules, budgets, and scope; supports client relationships, proposals, and fee preparation. The role is hybrid or remote within North Carolina and requires attending client meetings throughout the state.
Summary Generated by Built In

Lochner and Egis are entering an exciting new chapter as one organization.

We have combined decades of trusted U.S. engineering expertise with the global reach, technical excellence, and career opportunities of a leading international engineering, consulting, and infrastructure firm. While our name has changed, our commitment to our people, clients, and communities is stronger than ever.

At Egis, every project is an opportunity to create lasting impact. We collaborate with public and private clients to design and deliver innovative transportation, aviation, rail, transit, water, structural, environmental, and infrastructure solutions that connect communities and improve everyday life. Join a team where innovation is encouraged, collaboration is valued, and your work helps build a more sustainable future.

The Impact You'll Make:

  • Candidate may work remotely within North Carolina through a Hybrid Remote Work Agreement or may work out of our Raleigh Office.
  • Responsible for the development of highway and interstate drainage and stormwater improvement projects.
  • Direct and/or perform drainage engineering calculations from preliminary to final design.
  • Direct and/or develop plans, specifications, reports, and cost estimates.
  • Coordinate with project staff, other disciplines and sub-consultants, Florida Department of Transportation, and reviewers to ensure accuracy and quality of work.
  • Manage and maintain project documentation, including meeting project schedules, budgets, and scope
  • Responsible for client development and fostering a relationship with clients
  • Lead and/or assist in proposal, scope of work, and fee schedule preparation
  • Attend on-site and off-site client meetings throughout North Carolina

The Expertise You'll Bring:

As a teammate that is driven to be a true contributor, as a professional committed to excellence and growth, and as a person who values integrity, respect, and communication, you are looking for a firm that is large enough to win complex, extensive projects, yet small enough to provide the teaming collaboration, exposure to a variety of work, and authentic culture you desire. You’re interested in making a difference which is why you are seeking a firm that does public sector projects, ensuring your work has a positive impact on the communities in which we live.

  • 8+ years of drainage design experience required
  • North Carolina PE is required
  • BSCE is required
  • NCDOT drainage design experience required with competence in Microstation, Open Roads Designer, ICPR v3/v4, ASAD, and other stormwater modeling software
  • Experience in engineering projects to be able to analyze project progress to be in conformance with project budgets, quality, scope of work, client, and sub-consultant issues is a plus, but not necessary
  • Able to prepare or assist in the preparation of proposals, score of work, and fee schedules, is a plus, but not necessary
  • Able to prepare or assist in the preparation and maintenance of client reporting such as status reports and other writing or verbal communications to the client, is a plus, but not necessary
Qualifications

Why You'll Thrive at Egis

At Egis, you'll do more than build your career—you'll help shape the future of infrastructure. As we continue to expand across the United States, we're looking for curious, collaborative professionals who are passionate about solving complex challenges and delivering projects that improve communities and create lasting impact.

Whether you're launching your career or bringing years of experience, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside industry-leading experts, collaborate across disciplines and borders, and contribute to projects that transform the way people live, move, and connect. Here, you'll be empowered to take on meaningful work, develop new skills, and grow your career with the support of a global engineering leader.

What Sets Egis Apart

  • Meaningful Projects – Contribute to complex infrastructure projects that strengthen communities and improve quality of life.
  • Global Expertise, Local Impact – Collaborate with technical specialists across North America and around the world while delivering solutions that make a difference locally.
  • Career Growth – Expand your skills through mentorship, professional development, technical training, and leadership opportunities.
  • A Culture of Collaboration – Thrive in an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued, innovation is encouraged, and teamwork drives success.
  • Opportunity to Grow with Us – Join a rapidly expanding organization where your ideas, contributions, and career can grow alongside the business.

Total Rewards That Support You

We believe great work starts with supporting our people. That's why Egis offers a comprehensive Total Rewards program designed to promote your health, well-being, financial security, and professional growth, including:

  • Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Paid time off and flexible holiday program
  • Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and remote opportunities where business needs allow
  • Life insurance and disability coverage, including maternity leave
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses
  • Paid family leave
  • Wellness programs supporting physical and mental well-being
  • Education assistance, professional development, and continuing learning opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Employee discount programs

At Egis, we're committed to creating an environment where talented people can do their best work, continue to grow professionally, and build rewarding, long-term careers.

We're committed to making competitive offers that recognize the unique experience, expertise, and value each candidate brings to our team.

In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for incentive compensation, where applicable, and a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes health benefits, retirement savings, paid time off, professional development opportunities, and other employee programs.

Equal Employer

Egis is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Egis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

All positions at Egis require an applicant who has accepted an employment offer to undergo pre-employment screening. Background checks include SSN/SIN validation, motor vehicle verification, education verification, employment verification, a criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, and drug tests. All employment offers are contingent upon successful results of the pre-employment screening.

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Skills Required

  • 8+ years of drainage design experience
  • North Carolina Professional Engineer (PE) license
  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (BSCE)
  • NCDOT drainage design experience
  • Competence with MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, ICPR v3/v4, ASAD, and other stormwater modeling software
  • Experience analyzing project progress against budgets, quality, scope, client, and sub-consultant issues
  • Ability to prepare or assist with proposals, scopes of work, and fee schedules
  • Ability to prepare and maintain client status reports and other communications
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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
Year Founded: 1944

What We Do

H.W. Lochner is a distinguished engineering, planning, and consulting firm specializing in infrastructure development, providing services for aviation, surface transportation, and water clients.

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