Sr. Project Engineer - Water Utility Infrastructure

Designworks Talent

$90K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Registered Professional Engineer (PE)
  • 10+ years of diversified experience in water, wastewater treatment, and stormwater systems
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Engineering or related discipline
  • Proven ability to lead complex engineering tasks
  • Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and infrastructure best practices

Responsibilities

  • Lead and execute utility infrastructure design for water-related projects.
  • Prepare and review design drawings, specifications, and construction documents.
  • Independently perform advanced engineering calculations and technical analyses.
  • Ensure designs meet regulatory and compliance standards as interpreted from requirements.
  • Identify and address design challenges with innovative solutions early in the process.
  • Support Project Managers with technical expertise and detailed planning.
  • Prepare job-specific technical exhibits and specifications for unique conditions.
  • Engage in client meetings and presentations as a technical leader.

Benefits

  • Make a meaningful impact on public health and sustainable communities.
  • Experience technical ownership of challenging engineering problems.
  • Work with respected teams and clients in the industry.
  • Opportunities for continued growth through mentoring and complex projects.
Full Job Description
Overview

Join a leading Utility Infrastructure team delivering high-impact water, wastewater, and stormwater projects. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys diving deep into design details, guiding projects from planning through construction, and serving as a trusted technical resource for both clients and internal teams. You will collaborate closely with Project Managers and Technical Directors while helping shape solutions that are practical, compliant, and forward-thinking.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and execute utility infrastructure design across drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, and utility management projects.
  • Prepare and review design drawings, specifications, calculations, permitting documents, and construction documents.
  • Independently perform advanced engineering calculations, product evaluations, and technical analyses.
  • Interpret and apply regulatory requirements to ensure compliant and constructible designs.
  • Identify design challenges early and develop practical, innovative solutions.
  • Support Project Managers by contributing technical expertise and detailed task planning.
  • Prepare technical exhibits, job-specific details, and specifications for unique project conditions.
  • Participate in client meetings, presentations, and coordination efforts as a technical lead.
  • Stay engaged in professional, industry, and community organizations to support continued growth and knowledge sharing.


Qualifications
  • Registered Professional Engineer (PE)
  • 10+ years of diversified experience in water, wastewater treatment, stormwater, and collection and distribution systems
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Environmental Engineering or a related discipline
  • Proven ability to lead technical design efforts and manage complex engineering tasks
  • Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, utility standards, and infrastructure best practices


Why You'll Love This Role
  • Meaningful impact: Deliver infrastructure solutions that protect public health and support sustainable communities
  • Technical ownership: Be the go-to expert for challenging engineering problems
  • Professional respect: Work with teams and clients who value experience, judgment, and collaboration
  • Continued growth: Expand your influence through complex projects, mentoring opportunities, and industry involvement

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