Drainage Engineer

Posting Date: 14 Sept 2026

City: Chicago

Location:

Chicago, IL, US, 60603 Lisle, IL, US, 60532

Contract Type: Permanent

Division: Environmental and Engineering Geoscience

Level of experience: Junior

RINA is currently recruiting for a Drainage Engineer to join its office in Chicago or Lisle, IL within the Environmental and Engineering Geoscience Division.

Compensation Data

$75,000 - $95,000 commensurate with education and experience

Mission

The Drainage Engineer is responsible for performing engineering design that is associated with traditional highway/roadway projects. The technical work may involve hydrology and hydraulic calculations/modeling, completing drainage technical memorandums, Location Drainage Studies, and development of drainage plans and profile sheets. The Engineer will report to the Drainage Manager and work with a team of staff engineers and technicians. The work is to be completed in compliance with owner/clients’ (IL DOT, IL EPA, Chicagoland counties) standards and policies.

Key Accountabilities

Develop in MicroStation drainage plan and profile sheet traditionally associated with roadway reconstruction or rehabilitation projects.
Identify existing drainage areas and drainage patterns
Design proposed drainage systems for portions of local roadway, highways or interstates
Assist in the preparation of drainage studies including existing and proposed drainage plans, hydraulic reports, and Location Drainage Studies
Assist in the preparation of final engineering plans and specifications for drainage facilities including storm sewers systems, schedules, detention ponds, and water quality facilities
Perform hydrologic and hydraulic calculation for culvert and storm sewer sizing, including determining the hydraulic grade line and information traditionally included on the Waterway Information Table.
Coordinate with other engineers and support staff during plan development to ensure conformance to standards and code requirements
Responsible for adherence to quality control policies and procedures

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related with a focus in hydrology and hydraulics from an accredited university or college
2+ years of professional drainage study/design work
Engineer-in-Training (EIT), Professional Engineers License preferred
Knowledge of MicroStation
Familiarity with HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, EPA SWMM, and OpenDrainage a plus.
Work experience and knowledge of IDOT drainage design policies and procedures is a plus
Excellent technical communication skills (oral and written)
Willingness to learn and invest in professional development
Self-starter who can work independently or part of a multi-discipline team

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to travel regionally for site visits and client meetings
Valid driver’s license

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

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Competencies

WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.
PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.
INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
DOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.
FORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.

RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.

RINA North America provides a comprehensive benefits package, including the following insurance options: Medical, Dental, Vision, Medical Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Transit, Parking, Basic Life, Basic AD&D, Voluntary Life, Voluntary AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Accident, Voluntary Critical Illness, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, and Employee Assistance Program. Additional benefits provided include paid time off, company holidays, tuition reimbursement, nursery grant, travel resource services, and 401K plan with company discretionary match.

At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. It is the policy of RINA to provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy) national origin, age, disabilities, marital status, sexual orientation, genetics, military status, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans (veterans who served during a war or in a campaign or expedition for which a badge has been authorized), and Armed Forces service medal veteran, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. We are strongly committed to this policy and believe in the concept and spirit of the law.

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