Top 63 Drainage engineer Jobs in Seattle Wa

Drainage Engineer III
King County —Renton, WA
- $55.50 - $70.35 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Construction site
- Office
- Microsoft Office
Sr. Water Quality Engineer
City of Seattle —Seattle, WA
- $68.52 - $79.78 an hour
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Construction site
- System design
- Office
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
1d
Senior Engineer - Transportation
Ardurra Group, Inc. —Seattle, WA
- 5 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Quality control
Quick Apply
Senior Project Manager – Transportation
Ardurra Group, Inc. —Seattle, WA
- Hybrid work
- Civil engineering
- 11+ years
- Bachelor's degree
Quick Apply
Early-Career Water Resources Engineer
Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. —Seattle, WA
- $35.51 - $38.54 an hour
- Full-time
- Office
- SQL
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
13d
Civil Engineer-in-Training
CG Engineering —Edmonds, WA
- $72,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Civil engineering
- Bachelor of Science
- Office
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Consultant Design Engineer/Assistant Project Manager
WSP —Seattle, WA
- $78,600 - $135,000 a year
- Engineering
- 3 years
- Analysis skills
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Senior Civil Engineer – Wastewater Operations & Maintenance
City of Seattle —Seattle, WA
- $74.99 - $87.31 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Hybrid work
- Construction site
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- 5 years
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Civil Engineer Supervisor
City of Seattle —Seattle, WA
- $81.17 - $94.12 an hour
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Maintenance
- Office
- Driver's License
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
13d
Principal Project Engineer
Parsons —Seattle, WA
- $125,100 - $225,200 a year
- Hybrid work
- 11+ years
- Office
- Supervising experience
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
5d
Civil Engineer
Mott MacDonald —Seattle, WA
- $91,000 - $111,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Office
- Master's degree
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Transportation Sr Drainage Engineer, Roads and Highways
David Evans and Associates, Inc. —Bellevue, WA
- $90,000 - $120,000 a year
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Senior level
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Senior Design Engineer
Herrera Environmental Consultants, Inc. —Seattle, WA
- $158,400 - $199,600 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Hybrid work
- 11+ years
- Master's degree
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
9d
Water Resources Engineer - Junior Level
Moffatt & Nichol —Seattle, WA
- $85,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Office
- Master's degree
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
Quick Apply
Senior Stormwater Project Manager
HDR —Seattle, WA
- $128,279 - $231,480 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Engineering
- Microsoft Office
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Engineer-In-Training: Transit & Rail
David Evans and Associates, Inc. —Bellevue, WA
- $75,000 - $95,000 a year
- Civil engineering
- Schematics
- Office
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Civil Engineer
UrbanTech Systems —Seattle, WA
- Bachelor of Science
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
Water Resources Project Manager
David Evans and Associates, Inc. —Bellevue, WA
- $150,000 - $190,000 a year
- Bachelor of Science
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
Senior Engineering Manager - Hydrology & Drainage
Parsons —Seattle, WA
- $144,800 - $260,600 a year
- 11+ years
- Office
- Bachelor's degree
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Site Civil EIT
HDR —Bellevue, WA
- $80,168.40 - $118,128.00 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Civil Engineering
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance

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Drainage Engineer III

King County -
Renton, WA

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Job Details

$55.50 - $70.35 an hour

Qualifications

Cost management
Construction specifications
Project engineering
Level
Managing projects in an engineering role
Watershed hydrology
Microsoft Office
Inclusive leadership practices
Schedule management
Driver's License
Road construction
Working on construction projects in a civil infrastructure role
Drainage systems
Conflict management
Design engineering
Civil engineering cost estimation
GIS software
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Project management software
Managing projects
Road drainage system construction projects
Stakeholder management
Managing civil engineering project budgets
Public sector construction project management experience

Full Job Description

Summary

This position is open to all King County employees and the general public.

King County Road Services Division is seeking an experienced civil engineer to join the Engineering Section as a Drainage Engineer / Project Manager (Engineer III). This position leads drainage improvement projects from design through construction primarily using County Roads design and construction staff with minor assistance from design consultants and private construction contractors. This position will be focused on solving drainage problems and slide repairs within County right-of-way.

The role carries primary responsibility for technical review and compliance with King County Road Standards and the King County Surface Water Design Manual. You'll work alongside a team of engineers and support staff who take the technical work seriously and value getting it right in the field.

About the Department of Local Services:
King County is the local service provider for the roughly one quarter-million people who live in the unincorporated areas of the county; collectively, these communities would be the second largest city in the state. The Department of Local Services includes a Director's Office, and the Road Services and Permitting Divisions. Together, this department provides a single executive point of accountability for delivering local services to all unincorporated areas.

The King County Road Services Division designs, builds, operates, and maintains roads and bridges in unincorporated areas of King County. The Division is committed to ensuring the county's transportation system is safe and efficient for all uses and modes of travel.

To learn more about the Road Services Division, visit us at: About the Road Services Division.

Our commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice
The Department of Local Services is deeply dedicated to fostering Equity, Racial and Social Justice in every aspect of our work. Our pledge is to cultivate, embrace, and celebrate the distinct experiences, viewpoints, and perspectives of our people, partners, and the communities we serve. Through this work, we dismantle systemic barriers, address inequities, and actively confront prejudices and biases. We acknowledge this journey is ongoing, and we remain steadfast in our efforts to create a positive impact for our employees and communities alike.

Job Duties

Applying equity, racial and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work.

Serve in a lead technical capacity on drainage, emergency repair, and fish passage projects, coordinating daily work with engineering and field staff.
Coordinate drainage improvement project construction with county crew chiefs.
Manage assigned capital improvement projects, including schedules, budgets, and work plans.
Lead a team of three Engineer II’s under the supervision of an Engineer IV.
Prepare road drainage plans, slide repair plans, and drainage design reports to meet King County Road Standards, Surface Water Design Manual, and local, state, and federal environmental regulations.
Serve as liaison between the County and the public, consultants, permitting agencies, operations, engineering and maintenance staff (e.g. maintenance supervisors, crews), and other internal and external staff.
Lead the review of construction documents and design packages by in-house and consultant staff.
Develop and manage the preparation of hydrologic reports, hydraulic analyses, modeling reports, contract plans, specifications, special provisions, and cost estimates.
Manage internal and external stakeholder expectations and resolve project conflicts.
Other duties as assigned.

Values (ACTIVATE)

Accountable
Collaborative
Timely
Impactful
Value Employees
Accessible
Trusted
Equitable

Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills

Four or more years of experience or bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or closely related field or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Three or more years of progressively responsible professional civil engineering experience in developing road, traffic, and/or drainage design plans, specifications, and cost estimates (PS&E packages) for capital infrastructure projects, including developing and managing scopes, schedules, and budgets.
Proficient in hydrology and hydraulic software, including MGS Flood and backwater computer programs (e.g., EPA-SWMM, KC Backwater, etc) or equivalent.
Proficient in the use of GIS programs and engineering survey techniques (e.g., level loop, GPS, baseline field survey) for drainage and slide projects.
Experienced in using AutoCAD and/or Civil3D.
Experienced with drainage, roadway, maintenance, and construction practices, including relevant standards and design principles.
Working knowledge of APWA/WSDOT Standard Specifications for Road, Bridge, and Municipal Construction.
Able to lead technical work, facilitate difficult conversations, and apply sound project management principles.
Able to manage and prioritize a high volume of diverse projects and multiple competing tasks with strong attention to detail.
Skilled in problem solving and managing conflict effectively.
Skilled in handling politically sensitive issues with professionalism and discretion.
Experienced in collaborating within teams that foster a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment where differences are valued.
Proficient in standard MS Office and project management software.

Desired Qualifications:

A valid Washington Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to transfer license to Washington State within 90 days of hire.
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, or closely related field.
Project Management training and/or Project Management Certification.
Experienced in floodplain modeling, stream geomorphology, and fish passage design with a strong working knowledge of each area.
Experience in consultant contract preparation, negotiation, and administration.

Requirements:

Must have a valid Washington State driver’s license, or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire.
Must successfully pass a pre-employment physical.

Working Environment:

Work performed in the office and field.
Work from the Renton Roads Maintenance Facility is required in a hybrid office environment.
Work performed in the field may be under inclement weather conditions and require walking on uneven, steep, rocky or rough ground.
Must be able to safely negotiate and traverse steep slopes.
Must be able to bend and lift to load equipment into vehicles.
Must be able to work around heavy equipment and other potentially dangerous activities associated with construction sites.
Specific vision abilities include close, distant, and color.
Physical activity includes lifting up to 25 lbs. to at least waist height; carrying and moving objects.
Must be able to work in an active, high volume traffic environment.

Supplemental Information

The first review of applicants will be on the week of July 27, 2026, and applicants who pass the initial screening will be invited to interview the week of August 3, 2026.

This recruitment will be used to fill one career service position and to create an eligibility pool to fill additional vacancies that may occur within the next six months.

Who May Apply: This position is open to all qualified applicants. First consideration will be given to current PROTEC17 members in the same classification that are eligible for lateral transfer.

Forms and Materials: A completed King County Application is required as well as a resume and cover letter (no more than 2 pages) summarizing how you meet the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills for the position.

Selection Process: Applications will be screened for clarity, completeness, and competitiveness. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews. Interviews will be conducted via Teams. Reference checks and file reviews will be conducted.

For interviewing tips, please see the STAR-LA method: star-la_interview_method.pdf

Work Schedule: The work week is typically Monday-Friday with 8-hour days and variable shifts. This position is non-exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standard Act and is eligible for overtime pay, with prior supervisor approval.

The employee will report to work at Renton Maintenance Facility (155 Monroe Ave NE, Renton).

Emergency Designation Status: This position has been designated as:

Non-Mission Critical - Employees who staff county functions or services that may be delayed, suspended, or diverted in an emergency while essential functions are prioritized Mission Critical.

Unless otherwise directed by the County Executive, department director or agency head, all employees, regardless of designation, are expected to report to work or request leave during an emergency or inclement weather.

Union Membership: PROTEC17

Work Location:
We work in the office at least three days a week to foster connection and responsiveness, arrive prepared and on time, and structure meetings with clear goals and next steps.

Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. The employee will report to Renton Maintenance Facility (155 Monroe Ave NE, Renton, WA 98056).

Employees must reside in Washington State and within a reasonable distance to their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.

Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours.

King County has a robust collection of tools and resources to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work in a hybrid environment.

Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.

Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.

King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

To Apply:
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact your recruiter listed on this job announcement.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Ira Becton, HR Analyst, by email at [email protected].

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