Full-Time

Drainage Engineer 1

Parsons

Parsons

10,001+ employees

Digital infrastructure and security solutions provider

Compensation Overview

$63.6k - $111.3k/yr

+ ESOP

Indianapolis, IN, USA + 8 more

More locations: Louisville, KY, USA | Akron, OH, USA | Memphis, TN, USA | Brentwood, TN, USA | Charlotte, NC, USA | Columbus, OH, USA | United States | Cincinnati, OH, USA

Hybrid

Hybrid role; must be centrally located to a Parsons office for in-person collaboration.

Bachelor's

Category
Architecture & Civil Engineering (1)

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Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline "or equivalent"
  • 3+ years of progressive experience in roadway/highway drainage design, hydrology, and hydraulics for transportation projects
  • Working knowledge of Bentley software products including Microstation, Open Roads Designer (Drainage Module), ProjectWise
  • Experience with standard H&H software tools (for example, FHWA HY-8 Culvert Analysis & Design, FHWA Hydraulic Toolbox and storm sewer modeling tools) and familiarity with preparing drainage reports, calculations, and plan sets
  • Demonstrated experience applying state DOT and/or FHWA drainage design standards, criteria, and manuals on transportation infrastructure projects
  • Engineer in Training "EIT" certification, with the ability and intent to obtain Professional Engineer "PE" licensure in the near term
  • Ability to work in a hybrid model and be centrally located to a Parsons office to support in person collaboration with the project team
Responsibilities
  • Supporting hydrologic and hydraulic "H&H" analysis and design of roadway drainage systems, including ditches, storm sewers, culverts, and cross drainage structures along a high profile interstate corridor
  • Preparing and reviewing drainage reports, calculations, and design documentation in accordance with state DOT, FHWA, and applicable federal and state standards, helping to advance the project through environmental review, design, and implementation
  • Developing and refining drainage layouts, plans, profiles, and details within a multidisciplinary team environment, coordinating closely with roadway, structures, environmental, and traffic design disciplines
  • Evaluating stormwater management and best management practices "BMPs" to support environmental compliance and NEPA commitments, contributing to solutions that minimize impacts to surrounding communities and natural resources
  • Assisting with responses to review comments from state DOTs, FHWA, and other stakeholders, helping to address technical issues and maintain project schedules on this fast paced, nationally significant program
  • Supporting quantity development, cost estimates, and design criteria documentation for drainage elements within the broader delivery framework
  • Participating in internal and external coordination meetings, sharing drainage insights that inform design decisions for these complex, multi segment interstate improvements
  • Working in a hybrid capacity, collaborating in person with team members from a Parsons office while also leveraging remote work flexibility
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience delivering drainage design on interstate, managed lanes, or large corridor projects, ideally in a fast growing urban or suburban environment
  • Familiarity with state DOT standards, procedures, and plan preparation requirements and/or prior experience on state DOT projects
  • Experience working in multidisciplinary teams on complex, schedule driven programs, including P3 or design build projects
  • Working knowledge of stormwater management, erosion and sediment control, and environmental permitting considerations that support NEPA and FHWA requirements
  • Strong communication skills and the desire to grow your career on a high visibility, nationally significant transportation program that directly benefits the communities we serve

Parsons provides digitally enabled solutions in national security, defense, and global infrastructure. Its work spans government and commercial clients, offering services in systems and software engineering, quality assurance, compliance, and security, along with large-scale infrastructure projects and advanced technology implementations. The company helps clients by delivering long-term, contract-based engagements that include AI readiness, data preparation for AI applications, and secure, reliable systems. A key differentiator is its breadth across diverse markets and its emphasis on rigorous systems engineering, QA, compliance, and security to ensure the integrity of critical operations while harnessing AI to improve efficiency and safety. Parsons’ goal is to solve complex security and infrastructure challenges through measurable, value-driven solutions and long-lasting partnerships with clients.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Centreville, Virginia

Founded

1944

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Parsons' Q2 2026 backlog reached $9.3 billion, with $6.6 billion funded and 71% funded.
  • Parsons booked $1.9 billion of Q2 2026 awards, up 24%, with 1.2x book-to-bill.
  • U.S. Cyber Command signaled a $750 million JCHK ceiling increase on July 29, 2026.

What critics are saying

  • Parsons cut 2026 revenue to $6.2 billion-$6.5 billion after July 29, 2026 misses.
  • Pomerantz, Frank R. Cruz, Holzer, and Schall launched securities investigations in August 2026.
  • Portfolio exits and a confidential contract cancellation exposed Parsons' earnings to program-level failures.

What makes Parsons unique

  • Parsons, on July 29, 2026, won a $514 million MDA TEAMS-Next extension.
  • Four of Parsons' five $100 million-plus Q2 2026 wins embedded advanced AI capabilities.
  • Altamira, Sealing Tech, and Black Signal deepen Parsons' cyber, SIGINT, space, and classified access.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Flexible Work Hours

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

9%

1 year growth

9%

2 year growth

9%
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