Civil Project Engineer - Wilmington, NC

The Wooten Company; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid life and AD&D insurance

Paid short and long term disability

10 paid holidays annually

12 days paid time off immediately

Up to 4% 401(k) company match

Continuing education and tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus program

Job summary

A multidisciplinary engineering firm in Wilmington, NC is seeking a Civil Project Engineer to design and manage water and wastewater utility projects. The role requires a B.S. in Civil Engineering, 5+ years of consulting experience, and a desire for leadership. This position offers an opportunity to impact local communities through infrastructure solutions and includes comprehensive benefits such as medical coverage, paid time off, and a 401(k) match.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years as a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in a consulting environment.
• NC-licensed PE or ability to obtain within one year if licensed elsewhere.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee water and wastewater utility projects.
• Produce Preliminary Engineering Reports and project designs.
• Prepare project manuals, construction documents, and specifications.
• Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and structural engineering disciplines.
• Manage project advertisement, bidding, and contracting processes.
• Lead and mentor junior engineers and support staff.

Skills

Water distribution design

Sanitary sewer design

Hydraulic modeling

Excellent communication skills

Leadership desire

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Civil Project Engineer – Wilmington, NC

Joining The Wooten Company’s Wilmington, NC office as a Civil Project Engineer means working on innovative, team‑focused projects that deliver critical water, wastewater, and storm‑water services to local governments and private clients. This full‑time position is ideal for a professional engineer who is passionate about civil infrastructure and eager to make a community impact.

About The Wooten Company

The Wooten Company is a multidisciplinary firm offering civil, environmental, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, architectural, and GIS services to municipalities, counties, water and sewer authorities, educational institutions, and private industry across the Carolinas. With a track record of securing over $600 million in grants and loans, the firm supports community growth and resilience through innovative infrastructure solutions.

Key Responsibilities

As a Civil Project Engineer you will design and oversee water and wastewater utility projects, including:

• Produce Preliminary Engineering Reports and project designs for new facilities and rehabilitation work
• Prepare project manuals, construction documents, and technical specifications
• Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and structural engineering disciplines
• Manage project advertisement, bidding, and contracting processes
• Engage with municipal and private clients, as well as state and federal regulatory agencies
• Lead and mentor junior engineers and support staff

Essential Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program
• Minimum of 5 years as a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in a consulting environment
• NC‑licensed PE (or ability to obtain within one year if licensed elsewhere)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)
• Strong technical expertise in water distribution, sanitary sewer design, and hydraulic modeling
• Excellent communication skills and experience presenting to clients and stakeholders
• Desire for leadership and growth into managerial roles

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with high deductibles as low as $16 per paycheck or PPO plans as low as $105 per paycheck, all featuring 80% coverage
• Prescription drug plans
• Paid life and AD&D insurance
• Paid short and long term disability
• 10 paid holidays annually
• 12 days paid time off available immediately upon hire
• Up to 4% 401(k) company match
• Lunch and Learn seminars
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement
• Professional registration and organization reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus program
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Supplemental life insurance at low rates
• Summer flex hours and branded clothing reimbursement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Wooten Company is an Equal Opportunity /affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation. The Wooten Company will not accept unsolicited recruiting assistance.