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Oregonite

Construction Manager

Houston, TX · On-site

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas. * 8+ years of progressively responsible experience in heavy civil, water resources, flood control, drainage, transportation, or municipal ...

Oregonite

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Texas. * 8+ years of progressively responsible experience in heavy civil, water resources, flood control, drainage, transportation, or municipal ...

Trilon Group

Senior Drainage Engineer

Reno, NV · On-site

$130K - $180K/yr

Design and analysis of roadway and regional flood control facilities * Prepare clear and accurate ... of drainage engineering * Expertise in hydrologic and hydraulic software, including HEC-1, HEC-2, ...

Trilon

Senior Drainage Engineer

Reno, NV · On-site

$104K - $143K/yr

Design and analysis of roadway and regional flood control facilities * Prepare clear and accurate ... of drainage engineering * Expertise in hydrologic and hydraulic software, including HEC-1, HEC-2, ...

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How much do drainage flood control engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for drainage flood control engineer in the United States is $96,894.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,500.00 and $110,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Drainage Flood Control Engineer vs Civil Engineer?

AspectDrainage Flood Control EngineerCivil Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's in Civil or Environmental Engineering, possibly PE licenseBachelor's in Civil Engineering, PE license often preferred
Work EnvironmentDesigning flood control systems, drainage infrastructure, field inspectionsBroader projects including roads, bridges, buildings, and infrastructure
Industry UsageSpecialized in flood management and drainage systemsGeneral civil engineering across multiple sectors

Drainage Flood Control Engineers focus specifically on designing and managing flood control and drainage systems, while Civil Engineers have a broader scope that includes various infrastructure projects. Both roles require similar credentials and often work in related environments, but their primary responsibilities differ in specialization.

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Infographic showing various Drainage Flood Control Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $96,894 per year, or $46.6 per hour.

Transportation Drainage Engineer

Taylorsville, UT • On-site

Trilon Group
Civil Engineering Construction • 201 - 500 employees
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$96K - $125K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

Transportation Drainage Engineer
Department: Transportation
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Taylorsville, UT
Compensation: $96,000 - $125,000 / year
Description
Unmatched Comp Time Policy: Hours worked over 40 in a week are paid at the usual hourly rate or can be banked as additional PTO.
At Horrocks, we believe the best work comes from companies with values, that our people are our greatest resource, and that we have a responsibility to the communities where we live and work. As a Professional Engineer for Drainage, you will have the opportunity to be involved in large, multi-discipline projects while developing diverse skill sets.
What are the core responsibilities for the role?
  • Perform and direct a variety of hydrology and hydraulic design work for DOT projects (i.e., bridges, roadways, highways, freeways, etc.)
  • Prepare studies, reports, plans, specifications, and cost estimates for a variety of transportation projects
  • Work within a team of project managers, design engineers, technicians, and support staff to successfully complete a variety of projects
  • Interface with clients including state and local agencies
  • Coordinate and conduct meetings with project stakeholders
  • Coordinate with office management and other project managers to share resources
  • Assist in proposal preparation including oral presentations.
  • Prepare the scope, schedule, and budget for new projects
  • Ability to meet project deadlines

Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies:
  • Undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited program in civil engineering
  • Registered Professional Engineer (PE) required
  • 4-7 years of hydraulics design experience including:
    • Design of roadway drainage and flood control facilities
    • Design of erosion control and stormwater treatment facilities
  • Experience and relationships with transportation and flood control agencies are preferred
  • Experience with MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer (ORD)
  • Expertise in hydrologic and hydraulic software, including ORD Drainage and Utilities, StormCAD, PondPack, HEC-HMS HEC-RAS, etc.
  • Working knowledge of DOT, AASHTO, and FHWA highway drainage design criteria and guidelines
  • Strong verbal, and written communication skills
  • Ability to interact with clients and multi-discipline team members
  • Willingness to work on projects locally or workshare with other offices
  • History of meeting project deadlines and budgets
  • Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Experience in managing technical staff and project teams is desirable
  • Ability to manage concurrent projects

Why would a candidate want this job?
At Horrocks, you can expect a competitive base salary and award-winning benefits. Including, but not limited to:
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • Generous paid time off
  • 401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%
  • Professional development opportunities including in-house training
  • Paid professional organization membership and professional licensure

For more information, visit our website at www.horrocks.com
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