Roadway Drainage Engineer
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the Indiana Department of Transportation:
The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state’s quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.
Role Overview:
As the Roadway Drainage Engineer, you will be responsible for the analysis and consultation of transportation water resources (drainage, hydraulics) for the 6 INDOT districts. You will provide guidance on the design and maintenance of projects as well as specifications and policies that must be used. You will work collaboratively within your department and other INDOT departments, districts, state agencies, and the public to prepare correspondence for concerning hydraulic matters. Additionally, you will perform the basic survey for design work, write reports, and utilize hydraulic software programs to complete the functions of this role. A professional engineering license is not required for this position. If you do not currently have your professional engineering license you will be hired at a lower classification and will then be eligible for promotional increases upon achieving milestones including passing the EIT exam, years of experience, and obtaining your professional engineering license.
Salary Statement:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $75,010.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
- • Reviews consultant plans and calculations for conformance with the Department's design criteria, policies, and specifications;
• Provides technical expertise, analysis and recommendations to other INDOT divisions and districts for hydrologic and hydraulic problems;
• Analyzes and prepares correspondence for supervisor concerning hydraulic matters received from consultants, outside agencies, Federal Highway Administration, other INDOT departments and districts, and the general public;
• Performs engineering calculations (i.e. open channel follow and culvert small structure analysis, hydrology, etc.) and computer analysis using specialized hydraulic software programs (i.e. HY-8, InRoads Storm & Sanitary/StormCAD, HEC-RAS, WIN-TR-20, etc);
• Writes reports and correspondence documenting engineering decisions and recommendations;
• Coordinates with the Office of Environmental Services Ecological/Permits Section the submittal of the necessary hydraulic models required for Department of Natural Resources (DNR) permits;
• Performs basic survey for design work;
• Performs related duties as assigned.
What You'll Need for Success:
This person must have the following requirements to be considered for employment:
- • Registered Professional Engineer in Indiana;
• Unlicensed engineers will be considered at a lower classification;
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited school;
• Must have valid Indiana driver’s license;
• Knowledge of and ability to apply engineering principles, methods and procedures to all types of hydrologic and hydraulic designs and analysis;
• Knowledge of State and Federal rules, regulations and procedures governing hydrologic and hydraulic design;
• Knowledge of the design principles and practices applicable to bridge structures, drainage structures and open ditches;
• Knowledge of available hydrologic and hydraulic computer programs;
• Ability to read, interpret and analyze civil engineering plans, structural details, maps and specifications;
• Ability to effectively communicate and work in a cooperative manner with INDOT employees, Federal Highway, Indiana Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), consultants, the public, and other outside agencies;
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing, and to follow oral and written instructions;
• Basic computer skills and the ability to become proficient in new programs and databases;
• Ability to perform basic calculations;
• Ability to write technical reports;
• Ability to identify problems; determine accuracy and relevance of information; use sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives and to make recommendations.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
- Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
- Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
- Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
- Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
- Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
- A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
- 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
- Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
- Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
- 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Group life insurance
- Referral Bonus program
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Free Parking for most positions
- Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
Nearest Major Market: Indianapolis
