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SMEC

Drainage Engineer

5w

SMEC

Mandaluyong, PH · Full-time · PHP 600,000 – PHP 900,000

About this role

SMEC is seeking a Drainage Engineer to design and analyze surface water and storm drainage systems for DPWH roads, highways, flood control projects, and private developments. This role applies climate-resilient and flood mitigation design practices suitable for typhoon-prone areas.

Day-to-day responsibilities include preparing drainage studies and hydraulic calculations using InfoDrainage, HEC-HMS, and HEC-RAS, as well as developing drainage layouts, profiles, cross-sections, and construction details with AutoCAD/Civil 3D. You will also utilize GIS tools to analyze catchments, flood extents, topography, and drainage networks.

You will coordinate with DPWH District and Regional Offices, LGUs, and other regulatory agencies, and support environmental compliance related to drainage and flood risk. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams including civil, structural, geotechnical, and environmental engineers is a key part of the work environment.

This position offers exposure to both DPWH and private-sector project environments, with opportunities to conduct site inspections and resolve drainage-related construction issues. At Surbana Jurong, talent, hard work, teamwork, and a fun workplace come together to solve problems creatively and collaboratively.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
  • PRC Licensed Civil Engineer – required
  • 4–7 years of relevant experience in drainage, flood control, or civil infrastructure projects
  • Demonstrated experience on DPWH-funded projects and private developments
  • Proficiency in InfoDrainage for stormwater and drainage design
  • Experience with GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS) for spatial and hydrologic analysis
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Civil 3D
  • Familiarity with HEC-HMS and HEC-RAS

Responsibilities

  • Design and analyze surface water and storm drainage systems for DPWH roads, highways, flood control projects, and private developments
  • Prepare drainage studies and hydraulic calculations using InfoDrainage, HEC-HMS, and HEC-RAS
  • Develop drainage layouts, profiles, cross-sections, and construction details using AutoCAD/Civil 3D
  • Utilize GIS tools to analyze catchments, flood extents, topography, and drainage networks
  • Apply climate-resilient and flood mitigation design practices suitable for typhoon-prone areas
  • Prepare technical reports, drawings, and specifications for DPWH submissions and private client approvals
  • Coordinate with DPWH District and Regional Offices, LGUs, and other regulatory agencies
  • Conduct site inspections and resolve drainage-related construction issues

Benefits

  • Exposure to both DPWH and private-sector project environments
  • Opportunity to work on climate-resilient and flood mitigation projects
  • Collaborative and fun workplace culture at Surbana Jurong
  • Occasional travel to regional project locations