Stormwater Engineer
US$122,000 – US$192,000 / yr base salary
Posted 9 Jun 2026
Advertised as “Senior Stormwater Engineer”
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- Level
- Civil Engineer III
- Expected experience
- 15+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Employment
- Hybrid
| Base salary | US$122,000 – US$192,000 / yr |
|---|
CertificationsProfessional Engineer
CertificationsProfessional Engineer
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