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Senior Drainage Design Engineer

@ Arcadis

Toronto, Ontario

Full-time8+ years experience
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Overview

Arcadis is hiring a Senior Drainage Design Engineer to lead drainage and stormwater management design for major Ontario infrastructure projects. The role involves hydraulic and hydrologic modeling, regulatory compliance, field inspections, technical reports and mentoring junior engineers. Full-time, salary range $93,000 to $139,000.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead drainage and stormwater system design for infrastructure projects
  • Conduct hydraulic and hydrologic modeling and erosion control design
  • Ensure designs comply with local, provincial and federal regulations
  • Conduct field inspections and prepare technical reports and drawings
  • Mentor junior engineers and technical staff

Requirements summary:

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field; Master's preferred
  • 8 to 10 years of drainage design and stormwater experience
  • P.Eng designation with Professional Engineers Ontario required
  • Proficiency in HEC-RAS, SWMM, CAD and GIS software
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

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Employer posting date
2026-07-31
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2026-10-14
Source record updated
2026-11-05

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Job details

SenioritySenior
DepartmentEngineering
Experience8+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Work settingOffice, Construction site, Client sites
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsP.Eng
Encouraged to applyWomen, People with disabilities, Veterans
EducationBachelor’s degree (required), Master’s degree (preferred)
Fields of studyCivil Engineering

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Arcadis

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Full company description

Arcadis is a leading global partner, delivering transformative projects with businesses, cities and industries. With 36,000 people active in more than 30 countries, we bring together the best minds from around the world to deliver intelligent products and solutions that address the challenges of climate, energy security and diversification, and livable cities. We take design, engineering, architecture and consultancy to the next level, advising clients at every step of every project. From strategy and planning through to implementation and delivery, we combine our human and digital intelligence to co-create environments that reflect our clients’ business and stakeholder needs. From creating a citywide sustainable legacy during and after the Paris Olympics to revolutionizing urban transit worldwide with metro systems from Sydney to Toronto, or securing clean drinking water for communities across more than 30 U.S. states, our world-changing solutions leave a positive and lasting impact. Our work has helped more than a third of the world's communities become more resilient, and hundreds of clients to advance their decarbonization and net-zero goals. Together, we are committed to solving today's greatest problems; creating a blueprint for a better future, designed to thrive. Arcadis. Improving quality of life.

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Business categories
  • Consulting
  • Civil Engineering
  • Water
Other recorded names
  • Arcadis
Specialties
  • Consultancy
  • Architectural design
  • Design & Engineering
  • Natural and built assets
  • Business Advisory
  • Health and safety
  • Environmental Remediation
  • Sustainability
  • Program
  • Project and Cost Management
  • Infrastructure
  • Water
  • Buildings
  • Environment
  • and Software
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Reported total investment
25,000

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Arcadis is a leading global partner, delivering transformative projects with businesses, cities and industries. With 36,000 people active in more than 30 countries, we bring together the best minds from around the world to deliver intelligent products and solutions that address the challenges of climate, energy security and diversification, and livable cities. We take design, engineering, architecture and…

FieldValue
IndustryProfessional Services
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersAmsterdam, Nederland
Organization typePublic Company
SpecialtiesConsultancyArchitectural designDesign & EngineeringNatural and built assetsBusiness AdvisoryHealth and safetyEnvironmental RemediationSustainabilityProgramProject and Cost Management
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Job description

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:

The Senior Drainage Design Engineer will lead the design and implementation of drainage and stormwater management systems for major infrastructure projects in Ontario. This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and delivering high-quality engineering solutions.

This position sits within our Mobility Global Business Area. We partner with our clients across the globe to design thriving and connected cities and communities that enable opportunity for all and keep the world moving. Climate change, urbanization and digitization trends are requiring today’s mobility projects and systems to address an evolving set of demands from the world’s growing population. We design connected, sustainable solutions that integrate existing infrastructure with new technologies, and optimize the mobility of people and goods.

Role accountabilities:

In this role, you will be responsible for leading the design and development of innovative and effective drainage and stormwater management systems for a variety of infrastructure projects. Drawing on your deep technical expertise, you will provide guidance in areas such as hydraulic and hydrologic modeling, stormwater management, and erosion control. Your leadership will be crucial in managing project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring that all deliverables are completed efficiently and meet the highest standards of quality. Additionally, you will ensure that all designs are fully compliant with local, provincial, and federal regulations and industry standards.

As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you will collaborate closely with engineers, architects, and stakeholders to seamlessly integrate drainage solutions into broader project designs. In this role, you will conduct field inspections and site assessments to verify the quality, functionality, and performance of drainage systems. You will also be responsible for preparing comprehensive technical reports, detailed drawings, and precise specifications to support the successful delivery and implementation of drainage projects.

Furthermore, in this role you will have the opportunity to mentor and guide junior engineers and technical staff, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. By sharing your knowledge and expertise, you will help develop the next generation of engineering professionals and contribute to the overall success of the team. Your commitment to excellence and attention to detail will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, sustainable, and resilient infrastructure solutions for our clients and communities.

Qualifications & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred
  • Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in drainage design and stormwater management, with a focus on infrastructure projects
  • P.Eng (Professional Engineer) designation with Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO) is required
  • Proficiency in hydraulic and hydrologic modeling software (e.g., HEC-RAS, SWMM), CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, Openroads), and GIS applications
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information clearly

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The salary range for this position is $93,000 - $139,000. The base salary represents Arcadis’ hiring range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as location, skills, experience, and qualification for the role.

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