Civil Engineer - Water

Black & Veatch; Cary (NC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & Veatch in Cary, NC is looking for a Civil Engineer to focus on large-scale water and wastewater infrastructure projects. The role emphasizes design, project management, and client communication.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering and has at least 5 years of relevant experience. This position supports business development and offers hybrid work options after 90 days.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from a recognized accredited program.
• 5 years related work experience required.
• Ability to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design projects from conceptual phase to completion.
• Assist in maintaining project schedules and budgets.
• Support business development activities through technical writing.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Water Engineering

Cost Estimation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Licensed PE or in pursuit

Job description

Date: Jun 1, 2026
Location: Cary, NC, US
Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Req Id: 115211
Opportunity Type: Staff
Relocation eligible: Yes
Full time/Part time: Full-Time
Project Only Hire: No
Visa Sponsorship Available: No

The Opportunity

• Focus on large‑scale water and wastewater infrastructure projects with a focus on the delivery of projects by leading significant portions of a variety of facilities throughout the cycle of design and construction, and startup phases as a technical specialist or lead
• Hands‑on involvement in developing reports or technical memos, completing studies, detailed designs, and specifications, collaborating to complete cost estimates, and preparing contract documents
• Participation in scheduling, budgeting, and contract administration for infrastructure projects is also part of the role, including involvement in business development and preparation of proposals
• Coordinate with all other internal/external team members on moderately complex projects.
• Assist with identification of key client interests and drivers on less complex projects.
• Communicate client interests and drivers to project team members and develop approaches to accommodate these concerns in the performance of the work on less complex projects.

The Team

As part of BV Operations, your skills will be aligned to projects that support our three market sectors—Governments & Environment, Energy & Process Industries, and Connectivity & Commercial. In roles such as Engineers, Technicians, and Skilled Specialists you will be engaged with exciting projects across the globe, from small community improvements to grand‑scale mega projects, building a world of difference through infrastructure growth and development while focusing on your own individual development. The foundation of BV Operations provides the ability to move where your skills are needed and allows for a collaborative and innovative culture offering greater challenges and career development opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform design of projects from the conceptual and bid phase through design completion for project needs and requirements that are set by the project managers based on client needs
• Assist the Engineering Manager in maintaining project schedules and budgets
• Assist the Engineering Manager in managing sub‑consultants
• Under the direction of the Engineering Manager, interface directly with the client or sub‑consultants
• Support business development through writing of technical approaches, scopes of work, and presentation to clients
• Utilize knowledge of regularly used civil concepts, practices, codes, and procedures within the water engineering industry
• Apply knowledge to complex projects, find and develop non‑standard design solutions to better serve client project specifications
• Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to less experienced engineers
• Responsible for effective communication with other engineering disciplines and the project team
• Prepare a variety of complex engineering deliverables
• Perform complex research and develop recommendations for equipment and/or material selection
• Prepare complex engineering calculations following standard methods and principles; manage assigned budget, schedule, and quality requirements
• Plan and conduct independent evaluation, selection, and adaptation of engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria
• Review engineering work and/or assignments of early career professionals
• Be responsible for one or more of the following: overseeing collection, assimilation, and management of data for engineering work; leading smaller production teams; and serving as the responsible charge for a project

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Licensed PE or ability and interest to obtain PE and/or be in active pursuit of registration
• Thorough understanding of water and wastewater design (e.g., infrastructure, conveyance, pump stations/lift stations)
• Ability and motivation to lead portions of complex projects with guidance and mentorship

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering from a recognized accredited program in the home country or the country of practice
• Minimum of 5 years related work experience
• All applicants must be able to complete pre‑employment onboarding requirements (if selected), which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search in compliance with applicable laws and regulations

Certifications

Professional engineering registration is preferred or in active pursuit

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based on manager discretion, job performance, and work assignments
• Typical office environment, typical construction environment, extreme weather conditions, high noise level, safety hazards (electric currents, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to chemicals), atmospheric conditions (fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation)
• Sitting, walking, talking, hearing, reading, writing, keyboarding, driving, filing, reaching, stooping, crouching, bending, standing for extended periods of time, lifting or carrying up to 40 pounds

Salary Plan

ENG: Engineering

Job Grade

016

BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.