Senior Stream Restoration/Stormwater Engineer

Senior Stream Restoration & Stormwater Engineer

Civil Engineer III
Location: Alexandria, VA (Hybrid)

What We're Looking For

Michael Baker International is seeking a Senior Stream Restoration & 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, hydrology & hydraulics (H&H), and stream restoration 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 stream restoration and stormwater design efforts across multiple projects


* Help grow local stream restoration capabilities while contributing to regional and national initiatives

Project experience will include:


* Hydrologic & hydraulic (H&H) modeling and analysis to inform data-driven planning


* Stream restoration/rehabilitation and pond retrofits


* 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

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 QA/QC practices

What You Need to Succeed


* Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field


* 15+ years of progressive experience in water resources engineering with a focus on stormwater, H&H modeling, and stream/ecological restoration


* Proven experience leading technical analysis and design for stormwater and flood mitigation projects


* Professional Engineer (PE) license required
+ Virginia PE preferred (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
+ Maryland PE is a plus

Technical Skills


* Advanced experience with H&H modeling tools (HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, SWMM, PondPack, CivilStorm, or similar)


* Strong knowledge of stormwater system design and analysis


* Experience with stream restoration and natural channel design


* Experience with floodplain studies, risk assessment, and mitigation strategies


* Familiarity with drainage design, watersh...