Civil Public Works & Water Infrastructure Engineer

Merrick & Company; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership

Robust Employee Referral Program

Professional Training and Development

Employee Recognition Awards

Job summary

Merrick & Company in Colorado is seeking a technical Civil Engineer III focusing on the design of water and wastewater pipelines. The role involves leading the design and delivery of projects while managing a team of engineers.

The ideal candidate should have at least eight years of relevant experience, be a Professional Engineer in Colorado, and have proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D. This position supports municipal and utility clients across Colorado.

Qualifications

• Minimum eight years of experience in pipeline design focusing on large diameter systems.
• Professional Engineer (PE) in Colorado or ability to obtain licensure.
• Public works design experience with Local, State and/or Federal governments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of water and wastewater pipelines.
• Manage a team of design engineers on water projects.
• Prepare construction specifications, cost estimates, and engineering reports.

Skills

Pipeline design

Hydraulic modeling

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Technical writing

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering

Tools

StormCAD

Infoworks ICM

HEC-RAS

Job description

OVERVIEW

Merrick & Company is seeking a technical Civil Engineer III with experience in the design of water and wastewater pipeline, transmission, and interceptor projects to be a key collaborative member of our growing Public Works and water infrastructure team within our water practice. The qualified candidate will lead the design and delivery of small and large-diameter water, stormwater and sanitary wastewater pipelines for municipal and utility clients across Colorado. The position would be primarily focused on our Colorado operations, leading and supporting our municipal pipeline design efforts and based in our Greenwood Village, CO, Denver, CO, Loveland, CO or Colorado Springs, CO offices.

WHY JOIN US?

• Work on cutting-edge water resource projects that shape the future of infrastructure.
• Collaborate with a passionate team dedicated to community, sustainability, and recreation.
• Enjoy professional growth in a mid-sized, employee-owned firm that values technical excellence and work-life balance.
• Be part of a network of 120+ water professionals committed to engineering excellence and stewardship

Are you ready to make a difference? Join us and lead the charge in creating sustainable, impactful water solutions for our communities!

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead design and delivery of small and large diameter water, stormwater and sanitary wastewater pipelines, including gravity mains, force mains, lift stations and interceptors.
• Direct and manage a multi-discipline team of design engineers or technicians on water and sanitary projects.
• Develop and stamp plans, profiles, details and construction specifications for small and large-diameter gravity and pressurized pipelines.
• Perform hydraulic modeling and evaluate alternatives for alignment, materials, and constructability.
• Lead coordination efforts for other discipline specialists, including survey, trenchless design, geotechnical input, environmental considerations, and other specialties.
• Prepare construction specifications, cost estimates, and engineering reports, and review those provided by others.
• Conduct condition assessment/rehab evaluations for existing large-diameter assets.
• Experienced in the design of lift stations, interceptors and pipelines, including hydraulic and structural considerations.
• Project Delivery: Support project planning, scope, schedule, and budget; manage QA/QC reviews.
• Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Interface with municipalities, utilities, and permitting agencies; contribute to proposals and presentations.
• Perform independent design tasks; review the designs of others; prepare bid documents, including drawings and specifications; and organize all drawings, reports, calculations, and associated project deliverables.
• Interface with clients and Local, State, and Federal government agencies and lead project progress meetings, make project presentations, and provide clear written communications.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering.
• Minimum eight (8) years of experience in the design of water, stormwater or wastewater pipeline design with at least 2 years focused on large diameter systems.
• PE (Professional Engineer) in the State of Colorado or the ability to obtain Colorado licensure.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, hydraulic modeling tools, and Excel-based calculations.
• Technical writing and communication skills.
• Public works design experience with Local, State and/or Federal governments.
• Must have demonstrated skills in leading project teams.
• Must have a valid driver's license, a good driving record, and be insurable under Merrick's insurance carrier.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship. #LI-Hybrid

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with coordination of utilities with utility owners.
• Experience in utility relocations.
• Experience with trenchless design packages and rehab strategies.
• Experience with local Front Range Colorado municipalities.
• Working knowledge of StormCAD, Infoworks ICM, and HEC-RAS.
• Proposal writing and client development experience.

PERKS

• Employee Owned - all eligible U.S. employees have an Employee Stock Ownership Account.
• Robust Employee Referral Program.
• Annual performance and compensation reviews.
• Professional Training and Development.
• Employee Recognition Awards.
• Peer Mentor Program
• And Much More!

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Apply online only. No e-mail, hard copy or third-party resumes accepted.
• At Merrick, every resume is carefully reviewed by our team of experienced human recruiters-never by AI. We are committed to a fully human-centered hiring process, ensuring each candidate receives thoughtful, personalized attention at every stage.
• Merrick & Company offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes health insurance, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), and paid time off (PTO).
• Merrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
• Employment with Merrick is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment background check, MVR check, and drug screen.