Civil Engineer – Transportation Drainage Specialty- Entry Level

Position Overview

Moffatt & Nichol, recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects, is actively seeking a civil engineer specializing in transportation drainage to join our Raleigh office. As part of a global infrastructure advisory firm known for excellence in marine & port facilities and innovative transportation solutions, you will engage in complex design tasks and work alongside experts in engineering, planning, science, and architecture.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply roadway design criteria, construction methods, standards, specifications, and materials to engineering designs.
• Utilize software applications for engineering design and drainage analysis.
• Apply peak discharge hydrology, open and closed system design, erosion and sediment control measures, and stormwater management techniques.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with internal teams and external customers.
• Perform preliminary and detailed engineering design tasks for water resources and related civil engineering projects, including:
  • Stormwater management and drainage infrastructure permitting and design
  • Stormwater hydrology and hydraulics
  • Watershed assessment and planning
  • Urban flood risk and floodplain management
  • Flood protection and resilience
  • Low impact development/green infrastructure
• Perform numerical modeling in support of stormwater and drainage improvement projects.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• 0-2 years of experience as a civil engineer, with exposure to 3D modeling, transportation engineering, site layout, stormwater, erosion control, utilities, and other infrastructure systems.
• EIT licensure or intent to obtain EIT within 3 months of hire is required.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, MicroStation, Civil3D, and SWMM.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation).
• Availability and willingness to travel.
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment background check in compliance with NIST 800-171.
• Employment is contingent upon legal ability to work in the U.S. as verified via E-Verify.