Civil Design Engineer - Water Wastewater

Thomas-; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision, prescription

401(k) and PTO

Tuition assistance

Mentoring program

Condensed work schedule

Job summary

Thomas & Hutton, based in Nashville, is seeking a PE-licensed engineer to design and manage municipal water and wastewater infrastructure. You will prepare drawings, specifications, and reports and perform hydraulic modeling to support permitting and construction administration.

You will lead client meetings and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects on time and within budget. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and

Qualifications

• PE license required for practice.
• 5+ years of experience with municipal water/wastewater projects.
• Experience in planning, design, permitting, and construction administration.
• Proficient with AutoCAD Civil 3D and hydraulic modeling tools.

Responsibilities

• Design water and wastewater infrastructure and related facilities.
• Prepare drawings, specs, and reports for municipal projects.
• Conduct hydraulic modeling and system analysis.
• Support permitting and regulatory coordination.
• Participate in construction administration and site visits.
• Lead client meetings and present project updates.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet scope and budget.
• Manage tasks to meet schedule and quality goals.

Skills

Project management

Hydraulic analysis

Client presentations

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Biosystems Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Hydraulic modeling software (WaterCAD/Innovyze)

Job description

What you'll do

• Design water and wastewater infrastructure systems including pipelines, treatment plants, storage tanks, and pump stations
• Prepare construction drawings, technical specifications, and engineering reports for municipal projects
• Perform hydraulic modeling and system analysis using software such as WaterCAD, Innovyze, or similar tools
• Support permitting efforts and coordinate with regulatory agencies
• Participate in construction administration activities including site visits and coordination with contractors
• Conduct client meetings and presentations, providing technical insight and project updates
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects on time and within budget
• Manage project tasks to meet scope, schedule, and quality goals

What you bring

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Biosystems Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• 5+ years of experience working with municipal water and wastewater clients
• Experience in planning, design, permitting, and construction administration of infrastructure projects
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD Civil 3D; experience with hydraulic modeling software preferred
• Strong understanding of hydraulic analysis and design principles
• In-depth knowledge of utility construction methods, materials, and water/wastewater treatment technologies
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including ability to lead client presentations
• Proven ability to manage multiple assignments and appropriately prioritize workflow
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word; familiarity with project financial tracking tools preferred
• Client service–oriented mindset with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Why Thomas & Hutton?

• Competitive salary plus performance bonus
• Condensed work schedule for better work‑life balance
• Top-tier health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• 401(k), generous PTO, holidays, and tuition assistance
• Thomas & Hutton University and hands‑on mentoring to advance your career

Schedule:

On‑site: Monday–Thursday 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; Friday 7:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.