Water/Wastewater Project Engineer EI
The Water/Wastewater Project Engineer (EI) at Confidential Client is responsible for planning, designing, and assisting in the construction management of water and wastewater projects. This role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and clients to deliver innovative engineering solutions that positively impact communities. It offers a growth opportunity for motivated engineers with up to 4 years of experience in water/wastewater project design and planning.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Engineering (Water/Wastewater Consulting).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level Water/Wastewater Project Engineer (EI) to support planning, design, and construction phases for water, wastewater, treatment, and stormwater projects. Typical responsibilities include:
- Plan and design water, wastewater, treatment, and stormwater infrastructure
- Support multidisciplinary technical teams on project delivery
- Assist with technical memoranda, engineering reports, and planning studies
- Provide construction management field support as needed
- Deliver excellent client service and maintain strong project documentation
- Perform other duties as assigned to meet project goals
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field
- Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
- 0–4 years relevant professional experience (entry-level to early-career)
- Design and/or planning experience with water and/or wastewater projects
Skills & Competencies
- Experience with wastewater collection, wastewater pumping, water supply/distribution, and treatment projects
- Proficient with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organization and time-management skills
- Self-motivated with ability to work independently on multiple priorities
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality and client service
Compensation & Benefits
- Estimated pay: $71,754 per year (estimated)
- Employee medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Company-paid life insurance with option to buy up
- Salary Advantage Program and year-end bonus
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
- 401(k) match program and access to asset management services
- Paid time off (PTO), PTO sell-back program, paid holidays, and parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement, paid community service day, and membership perks
About Our Client
Confidential Client is a mid-sized consulting engineering firm providing water, wastewater, civil, transportation, and structural engineering services across the Western U.S. (including OR, WA, ID, NV, and UT). They deliver client-focused solutions for public agencies and municipalities, working on surface water, water/wastewater systems, transportation planning, site civil design, construction management, electrical/controls, and surveying. The team values technical excellence, collaboration, and work-life balance.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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