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Drainage/Hydraulics Engineer in Training (E.I.)

Volkert, Inc.

Drainage/Hydraulics Engineer in Training (E.I.)

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Contract type:

Permanent

Location:

Washington, DC, USA

Work mode:

Onsite

Published on:

8 August 2026

What they need


Are we the road to your future?

We are currently searching for an entry/midlevel Drainage/Hydraulics Engineer in Training (E.I.) to support our Mid Atlantic Region located in Springfield, VA. To be considered for this position, applicants must have, at minimum, a Bachelor’s of Science in Civil Engineering.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Assists with various assignments for VDOT and local municipalities
  • Performs engineering deliverables associated with drainage and roadway infrastructure improvements
  • Assists and prepares project plans using the latest CADD software including but not limited to MicroStation, OpenRoads, Civil3D, and/or AutoCADD, among others
  • Contributes to the preparation and/or modification of engineering reports and calculations for a wide variety of projects
  • Works with senior staff to develop plans and calculations for transportation and drainage related projects
  • Performs the design of stormwater management facilities to meet water quality and quantity requirements
  • Prepares and assists in the preparation of project construction quantities, details, cost estimates and the preparation of project specifications
  • Performs other duties as assigned

What You Need To Have

  • Bachelor’s of Science in Civil Engineering
  • EIT (E.I) Certification is desired (or the commitment to acquire it within 1-year)
  • 1 - 4 years of engineering experience
  • Experience with (or strong willingness to learn) MicroStation, OpenRoads, Geopak, Civil3D, StormCAD, ORD, HEC-RAS, GIS and/or SUDA software (among other software)
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
  • Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Bonus Points If You Have

  • Previous VDOT/Municipal experience is a plus
  • Prior knowledge of VDOT standards is plus

Why Volkert? Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities.

Key Benefits

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
  • Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
  • Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
  • Wellness incentives
  • Student Debt Retirement Match
  • Additional voluntary benefits

The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.

“For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference.”

– Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer

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