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

Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.

Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.

We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.

We Make a Difference.

Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.

EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.

*It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

*There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.

CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL PRACTICE

Michael Baker International’s civil engineering professionals manage and staff active projects in over 40 countries on five continents. Services are provided for a broad range of projects and capabilities, including highways, airports, bridges, rail and transit systems, government and commercial facilities, water and wastewater infrastructure, oil and gas infrastructure, and commercial/urban development. Our fields of expertise span all areas of civil engineering and include an extensive variety of specialty disciplines, such as environmental compliance and restoration, coastal engineering, urban development, and mining.

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