Civil / Environmental Engineer Water / Wastewater

Water Works Engineers, LLC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401K Retirement Plan

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Adoption Assistance

Commuter Benefits

Job summary

Water Works Engineers is seeking a Civil / Environmental Engineer to contribute to planning, design, and delivery of municipal water, wastewater, and recycled water infrastructure in Southern California and the Western United States. Office locations include Los Angeles, San Diego, and Roseville.

The role supports licensing, project leadership, and coordination across engineering disciplines, with opportunities to mentor, lead design tasks, and engage with clients on meaningful projects that

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental/Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution with municipal water/wastewater experience.
• Current PE license; California registration strongly preferred based on responsibilities.
• Relevant engineering experience with technical leadership or project management.
• Demonstrated design experience in water/wastewater treatment, pipelines, or storage facilities.
• Ability to prepare calculations and coordinated design deliverables across disciplines.
• Familiarity with standards, practices, and regulatory requirements in California.
• Experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D/Revit and hydraulic modeling tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication and ability to work independently within a team.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and deliver municipal water, wastewater, and recycled water infrastructure across Southern California and the Western U.S.
• Lead design tasks or work packages for senior-level engineers and mentor junior staff.
• Prepare engineering reports, drawings, specs, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate with civil, mechanical, structural, electrical disciplines to create complete solutions.
• Support permitting, agency coordination, and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in client meetings, site visits, and cross-office collaboration.
• Contribute to QA/QC to ensure accuracy across deliverables.

Skills

Water/wastewater infrastructure

PE license

Project management

Design coordination

Written communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Revit

Hydraulic modeling

MS Office

Job description

Join Our Team as a Civil / Environmental Engineer at Water Works Engineers!

Meet Water Works Engineers:

Water Works Engineers is a leading civil and environmental engineering firm specializing in innovative and sustainable solutions for water infrastructure projects across the United States. For over 20 years, we have excelled in planning, designing, and implementing projects involving the treatment, storage, and conveyance of drinking water, recycled water, and wastewater. With offices in Scottsdale, AZ; Redding, Roseville, San Mateo, San Diego, and Los Angeles, CA; Star, ID; Albuquerque, NM; and Salt Lake City, UT, we bring an understanding and sensitivity to Western water and wastewater issues. Our expertise includes water and wastewater treatment, stormwater management, hydraulic modeling, and environmental compliance. Committed to innovation, integrity, and teamwork, we enhance the sustainability and resilience of the communities we serve.

Why this role matters:

As a Civil / Environmental Engineer at Water Works Engineers, you will contribute to the planning, design, and delivery of municipal water, wastewater, and recycled water infrastructure throughout Southern California and the Western U.S. Based in our Los Angeles, San Diego, or Roseville office, you will collaborate with engineers, designers, and project managers on projects that help communities maintain reliable water supplies and improve essential infrastructure.

Your work may include drinking water and wastewater treatment facilities, well-site treatment systems, pipelines, pump stations, storage facilities, hydraulic modeling, and mechanical process systems. We welcome licensed Professional Engineers at the Associate (E2), Project (E3), and E4 levels, including engineers with project management or technical leadership experience. Responsibilities will align with your technical strengths, experience, and project needs, providing opportunities to contribute to established project teams and take ownership of design assignments, technical coordination, and project delivery.

Your daily impact:

• Perform and, depending on experience, lead engineering planning and design for water, wastewater, and recycled water infrastructure, including treatment facilities, pipelines, pump stations, storage facilities, and related site improvements.
• Prepare engineering calculations and evaluate design alternatives for hydraulic, treatment, conveyance, and mechanical process systems, including process piping, valves, pumping equipment, and associated facilities.
• Contribute to hydraulic modeling, system capacity evaluations, infrastructure planning, or treatment process design based on your expertise and project assignments.
• Prepare and coordinate engineering reports, construction drawings, technical specifications, and engineer's cost estimates.
• Coordinate with civil, mechanical, structural, electrical, and other project disciplines to develop complete and constructible engineering solutions.
• Support permitting and agency coordination, and apply relevant codes, design standards, regulatory requirements, and client criteria.
• Participate in quality assurance and quality control reviews to maintain accuracy and consistency across project deliverables.
• Provide construction-phase engineering support through submittal reviews, responses to requests for information, field observations, and coordination with contractors and project teams.
• Coordinate assigned work with project managers and technical leads, maintaining alignment with project scope, budgets, schedules, and delivery expectations.
• For experienced engineers, lead design tasks or work packages, provide technical review and guidance, mentor junior engineers and designers, and support project management activities as assigned.
• Participate in client meetings, site visits, and coordination across WWE offices while continuing to develop your technical expertise and professional capabilities.

What you bring to the table:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an accredited institution, with experience relevant to municipal water/wastewater infrastructure.
• Current Professional Engineer (PE) license required. California PE registration strongly preferred; registration requirements will depend on assigned responsibilities.
• Relevant engineering experience, with the depth of technical responsibility and leadership experience appropriate to the position level.
• Demonstrated design experience in one or more areas: water or wastewater treatment facilities; hydraulic analysis and modeling; pipelines and conveyance; pump stations and storage facilities; or mechanical process piping and equipment systems.
• Ability to prepare engineering calculations and technical documents and contribute to coordinated design deliverables. Experience across multiple water/wastewater project types is valued.
• Familiarity with applicable engineering standards, construction practices, and regulatory requirements. California municipal or utility project experience is preferred
• Experience using relevant engineering tools, such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Revit, hydraulic modeling platforms, and Microsoft Office. Software needs will vary by technical specialty and assignment.
• For senior-level consideration, demonstrated experience leading engineering design, reviewing technical work, coordinating disciplines, mentoring staff, or managing project scope, schedules, and budgets.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, sound engineering judgment, and the ability to work independently while collaborating within an established project team.
• Willingness to perform both office and fieldwork and travel for project site visits, client meetings, and coordination with other offices as needed.

Unlock Your Benefits Potential:

On day one, as a full-time employee, Water Works Engineers employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package to enhance their well-being and financial stability on their first day of employment, which includes:

• Paid Time Off: Eight paid holidays annually, with paid time off (PTO) accrual based on role.
• 401K Retirement Plan: Company match of 100% on the first 6% of your salary, with immediate eligibility.
• Health Insurance: Fully covered for employee-only plans, with the company contributing significantly towards family coverage.
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Fully covered for employees, with affordable options for family coverage.
• Life and Disability Insurance: Provided at no cost.
• Additional Benefits: Health Care Flexible Spending Account, Adoption Assistance, Employee Assistance Program, and Commuter Benefits.

Water Works Engineers fosters a supportive environment where your contributions are valued, and your career can thrive.

Rewards for Your Expertise

Competitive salary commensurate with experience, ranging from $90,000 to $175,000 (California-specific pay range, reflective of current market rates).

Employees may be eligible for bonuses based on individual and company performance. We reward standout contributions and share success when possible, because your impact matters!

Why work with us:

Are you tired of feeling stuck in your current position, having no client exposure, limited growth opportunities, just being a number, and not winning awesome, impactful projects in your area? If so, join our winning team at Water Works Engineers! Here, you can work on amazing local projects that make a real difference in your community. As part of a smaller, highly successful engineering firm, you'll enjoy greater visibility, direct client interaction, and a clear path for career advancement. Your contributions will be recognized and valued, allowing you to grow and thrive in an environment that fosters innovation and excellence.

Water Works Engineers embraces Equal Employment Opportunity and is committed to fostering a diverse workforce. EOE, Minorities, Females, Vets, and disabled candidates are encouraged to apply.