Senior Stormwater Engineer
Senior Stormwater Engineer
Civil Engineer III
Location: Alexandria, VA (Hybrid)
What We’re Looking For
Michael Baker International is seeking a Stormwater Engineer to support the continued growth of our Alexandria Civil Engineering & Environmental (CEE) practice—which has experienced over 80% growth in the past two years.
This role is ideal for a technical leader with strong expertise in stormwater, and hydrology & hydraulics (H&H), who is passionate about delivering high-quality work and mentoring high-performing teams.
You’ll bring a balance of technical leadership, project delivery experience, and a collaborative mindset, while contributing to both local initiatives and broader regional and national programs.
What You’ll Do
- Serve as a senior technical leader for stormwater and water resources projects
- Lead and support stormwater design efforts across multiple projects
- Help grow local water resources practice while contributing to regional and national initiatives
Project experience will include:
- Hydrologic & hydraulic (H&H) modeling and analysis to inform data-driven planning
- Pond retrofits, green infrastructure, and low impact development (LID)
- Flood modeling and mitigation strategies
- Stormwater management (SWM) and BMP design, including inspections for environmental compliance
- Pedestrian trail design and park retrofits to enhance community access
- Site design and site assessments to support sustainable land use
- Erosion stabilization and utility system improvements
- Experience in stream restoration/rehabilitation is preferred but not required
Additional responsibilities:
- Manage project scope, schedule, and budget while coordinating multidisciplinary teams
- Provide mentorship and guidance to junior and mid-level engineers
- Support proposal development and technical pursuits
- Build and maintain relationships with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders
- Ensure high-quality deliverables through strong QA/QC practices
What You Need to Succeed
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field
- 15+ years of progressive experience in water resources engineering with a focus on stormwater, and H&H modeling
- Proven experience leading technical analysis and design for stormwater and flood mitigation projects
- Professional Engineer (PE) license required
- Virginia PE preferred (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
- Maryland PE is a plus
Technical Skills
- Advanced experience with H&H modeling tools (HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, SWMM, PondPack, CivilStorm, or similar)
- Strong knowledge of stormwater system design and analysis
- Experience with floodplain studies, risk assessment, and mitigation strategies
- Familiarity with drainage design, watershed planning, and erosion/sediment control
- Understanding of regulatory permitting (Section 401/404, VPDES)
- Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Experience developing plans, reports, and technical specifications
- Stream/ecological restoration and natural channel design is preferred but not required
Leadership & Project Delivery
- Experience managing complex, multidisciplinary projects
- Strong ability to mentor and develop staff
- Excellent client-facing communication skills
Business Development
- Experience supporting proposals and technical approaches
- Ability to build and maintain client relationships
Compensation
The approximate salary range for this position is $121,803 – $191,856.
This range represents a good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will depend on experience, skillset, education, and location.
Why Choose Us
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Life, AD&D, short- and long-term disability coverage
- Professional and personal development opportunities
- Generous paid time off
- Commuter and wellness benefits