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Lead Hydraulic Engineer
State Of Connecticut - Newington, CT
posted about 2 months ago
About the position
The Lead Hydraulic Engineer position at the Connecticut Department of Transportation involves overseeing hydraulic engineering and water resource management related to transportation facilities. This role requires providing specialized engineering support, performing hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, and ensuring compliance with state regulations. The engineer will lead a team, conduct field inspections, and collaborate with various departments to enhance transportation infrastructure in Connecticut.
Responsibilities
- Oversee work of lower-level engineers.
- Perform complex design work related to hydraulic engineering.
- Conduct field inspections of bridge sites for design information.
- Review storm sewer and culvert designs prepared by state and consultant engineers.
- Provide technical advice on pollution control measures and drainage designs.
- Prepare computations for storm sewer and culvert designs.
- Analyze hydraulic problems and recommend effective solutions.
- Develop floodplain models to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Conduct bridge scour evaluations and prepare related reports.
- Attend field reviews for new highway project designs.
- Assist in the preparation and updating of the Drainage Manual.
- Provide staff training and assistance.
Requirements
- A Bachelor's degree in engineering.
- Three years of experience in transportation engineering.
- One year of experience at the working level in a professional transportation engineering capacity.
Nice-to-haves
- Possession of an accredited bachelor's or master's degree in Civil Engineering.
- Engineer-In-Training (EIT) and/or Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
- Experience with hydrologic and hydraulic engineering in transportation projects.
- Hands-on experience in watershed and hydraulic modeling using advanced software.
- Knowledge of Connecticut General Statutes related to flood management.
Benefits
- Competitive starting salary.
- Professional growth and development opportunities.
- Healthy work/life balance.
- On-site fitness center and cafeteria.
- Ample free parking with easy access to public transportation.
