Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Environmental, or related Engineering discipline
Minimum of 7 years in water/wastewater engineering, focusing on design and project coordination
Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required
Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, EPANET, WaterCAD, and SewerGEMS
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Responsibilities
Prepare designs, specifications, and documents for water distribution and wastewater systems
Perform hydraulic and hydrologic modeling for system performance
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
Support municipalities with NJDEP compliance and planning initiatives
Provide engineering services during construction phases
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for technical solutions
Prepare proposals and scope estimates for targeted work
Establish and maintain client relationships
Benefits
Supportive, team-oriented work environment
Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
Engaging workplace culture emphasizing innovation
Participation in meaningful infrastructure projects
Valued expertise and contributions in a collaborative setting
Full Job Description
Water/Wastewater Engineer
Location: Newark, NJ
Compensation: $110-140k/year
Pennoni is seeking a highly motivated Water/Wastewater Project Engineer to join our Newark, New Jersey office. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful water and wastewater infrastructure projects while advancing your career within a supportive, team-oriented environment.
Primary Responsibilities
Prepare engineering designs, technical specifications, and construction documents for water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, and treatment facilities
Perform hydraulic and hydrologic modeling to evaluate and optimize system performance and capacity
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including coordination of environmental permitting requirements
Support municipalities and utility clients with NJDEP compliance initiatives related to drinking water and wastewater regulations, reporting, and infrastructure planning
Provide engineering services during construction, including shop drawing review, responses to RFIs, and site visits
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, high-quality technical solutions
Prepare proposals/scopes of work and associated design fee estimates in support of targeting work.
Identifying potential clients and assisting in pursuit of opportunities as required
Serve as a client point of contact, fostering strong relationships and ensuring exceptional service delivery
Basic Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Environmental, or related Engineering discipline
Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in water/wastewater engineering, including design and project coordination
Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required
Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and hydraulic modeling software such as EPANET, WaterCAD, and SewerGEMS
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical report preparation
About Pennoni Associates Inc
Pennoni Associates Inc is a multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm that provides personalized services and solutions to meet the needs of their diverse clients. The company offers a wide range of services including civil engineering, environmental engineering, geotechnical engineering, landscape architecture, planning, surveying, and construction management. Pennoni Associates Inc has been recognized for its excellence in engineering and has received numerous awards for its work. The company is committed to sustainability and has implemented sustainable practices in its operations. Pennoni Associates Inc was founded in 1966 and is headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
