NCS Engineers
Senior Drainage Engineer (PE)
Willis, TX · Senior · Full-time
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$6,082 more — $131,082 — moves this role to Level IV and 4 lottery entries. That figure is inside the range the employer already advertised.
Based on the DOL prevailing wage for this occupation and worksite, a base salary of $131,082 would place this position at wage Level IV. That figure is within the posted range, and I'd like to target it. This role classifies under "Civil Engineers" for prevailing-wage purposes.
DOL prevailing wage, 2026-27 wage year · Civil Engineers (17-2051) · Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX. Wage level is derived by USCIS from the offered wage, occupation and worksite; the occupation shown is inferred from the job title.
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About the role
- Strong leadership, client-facing, technical writing, organizational, and cross-disciplinary coordination abilities.
- Execute public-sector projects (e.g., HCFCD, SJRA, counties) and private land development entitlement projects.
- Review staff work for technical accuracy, completeness, constructability, and compliance with company and jurisdictional standards.
Responsibilities
- Prepare/review drainage calculations, hydrology studies, stormwater management reports, and drainage design plans.
- Lead hydrologic and hydraulic studies using HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, PC-SWMM, SRH-2D, and other applicable modeling software.
- Develop/seal drainage reports, FEMA LOMR/MT-2 submittals, and drainage design plans.
- Perform watershed-scale flood risk analysis, inundation mapping, and stormwater conveyance/detention design.
- Manage, mentor, and develop engineers/EITs, including assigning work, establishing priorities, monitoring performance, and providing technical guidance and quality control.
- Manage staff workload and resources to support project schedules, budgets, deliverables, and departmental priorities.
- Support and/or lead grant funding efforts, including FEMA BRIC, CDBG-MIT, GLO, and flood bond initiatives.
- Develop drainage mitigation strategies, detention/retention facilities, storm sewer systems, and flood risk solutions considering cost effectiveness and constructability.
- Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and CAD staff to integrate drainage systems with grading, roadway, and utility designs.
- Conduct site visits and interpret/apply local, state, and federal drainage design standards and permitting requirements.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil/Water Resources Engineering or related discipline.
- 6-12+ years of experience in drainage and stormwater design for land development, site, or infrastructure projects.
- Expertise in the Following is Required:
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and hydrology/hydraulic modeling software (HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, StormCAD, HydroCAD, SWMM).
- Strong understanding of local and state drainage design standards and permitting requirements.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Nice to have
- PE license preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
- CFM certification is a plus.
- Proficiency in GIS program(s) is a plus.
Compensation
- $125,000 to $160,000 DOE
Benefits
- Position is eligible for full benefit package and performance bonus program.
- NCS prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.
Company info
- NCS is an experienced, well-established water, wastewater, and electrical engineering design firm with offices in Arizona, Maryland, Nevada, Texas, and California.
- We provide a wide range of civil, water, wastewater, environmental, electrical design, and research-related services to public agencies and private industry clients throughout the United States and globally.
- We offer challenging technical and professional opportunities working on exciting, leading edge, high tech environmental and water projects.
- We are committed to providing proven, yet innovative solutions to our clients' technically challenging problems.
- We strive to create a work environment that challenges and values our employees.
- NCS attracts the best people in the industry by supporting their efforts to learn and grow.
- If you are interested in a challenging and enjoyable career within a diverse and family-oriented atmosphere with advancement opportunity, apply now!
Equal opportunity
- NCS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.
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