Sener · 4 months ago
Hydrology & Drainage Design Lead-(Los Angeles)
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expSener is a global engineering and technology group with over 60 years of experience, and they are seeking a Hydrology & Drainage Lead Designer to support major infrastructure projects. The role involves leading the design of drainage and hydrology systems, ensuring compliance with standards, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.
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Responsibilities
Lead and support hydrology and drainage design tasks for major infrastructure projects, including light rail, metro, high-speed rail, highways, and freeways
Develop stormwater management systems, drainage networks, culverts, and flood protection measures using Bentley OpenFlows, CivilStorm, StormCAD, and related platforms
Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, floodplain modeling, and stormwater detention/retention assessments
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local standards (FHWA, Caltrans, AASHTO, state DOT guidelines, environmental and stormwater regulations)
Integrate drainage systems with roadway, structural, geotechnical, and environmental designs in a multidisciplinary environment
Prepare and review technical reports, calculations, design drawings, and construction documentation
Participate in design reviews, risk assessments, and value engineering processes
Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers, promoting best practices in drainage design
Engage with clients, contractors, and agencies to address technical queries and support project delivery
Support proposals, cost estimates, and technical methodologies for drainage and hydrology scopes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or master's degree in civil or environmental engineering (or related field)
5–10 years of relevant experience in hydrology, drainage, and stormwater design for infrastructure projects
Proficiency with Bentley design tools (MicroStation, OpenFlows, StormCAD, CivilStorm, ProjectWise)
Strong knowledge of US design standards and guidelines (FHWA HEC series, AASHTO, Caltrans HDM, state DOTs, stormwater manuals)
Familiarity with environmental impact assessments and sustainable drainage practices (e.g., green infrastructure, WSUD principles)
Strong technical writing, communication, and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams
Preferred
PE license preferred, or ability to obtain in the near term
Benefits
Healthcare
401(k)
Company
Sener
SENER is a private engineering and technology group.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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