Drinking Water Project Engineer (California)

Woodard & Curran; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in California seeks a growth-oriented professional to provide high-quality water engineering services. The role involves leading multidisciplinary project teams, managing project tasks, and ensuring compliance with regulations while mentoring staff. This position offers a hybrid or remote work environment with competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Sick leave

Parental leave

Disability insurance

Health plans

Wellness programs

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of engineering experience.
• Registered Professional Engineer is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering efforts on drinking water projects.
• Lead design efforts and oversee construction administration activities.
• Ensure compliance with all regulations and permits.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Client Engagement

Mentoring

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Woodard & Curran is a national engineering, science, and operations firm dedicated to clean water, a safe environment, healthy communities, and happy people. As an employee-owned company, we foster diverse teams and promote an equitable, inclusive culture. We seek talented individuals from all backgrounds to address water and environmental issues, prioritizing professional growth, ownership, and flexibility.

What’s in it for you?

Join our California team to provide high-quality water engineering services to municipal clients nationwide. The successful candidate will be a growth-oriented professional capable of leading multidisciplinary project teams through all project phases, from planning and design to construction, start-up, and operations. Our team of engineers, operations professionals, and SCADA specialists will support your delivery of exceptional client solutions. You will also participate in system improvement programs and practice initiatives.

Position Overview

The role involves working in a project team, reporting to Project and Technical Managers who oversee project leadership, scheduling, and task execution. Location is hybrid or remote within California, with approximately 5% travel.

Key Responsibilities

1. Support engineering efforts on drinking water projects; experience with wastewater and stormwater is advantageous.
2. Lead and coordinate project tasks, develop schedules and budgets, and communicate proactively with project managers.
3. Lead design efforts and oversee construction administration activities, including reviews and contractor communications.
4. Utilize AutoCAD and guide design/drafting teams.
5. Make engineering decisions independently or with oversight, managing multiple projects reliably and professionally.
6. Mentor staff, review technical work, and collaborate with external suppliers and subcontractors.
7. Engage with clients professionally, including fieldwork and construction site visits.
8. Ensure compliance with all regulations and permits, and contribute to proposal development and professional organization participation.

Qualifications

• 4-8 years of engineering experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering.
• Registered Professional Engineer is preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary range: $115,000 - $125,000 annually, adjusted based on experience and geographic location. Benefits include 401(k) matching, paid time off, sick leave, parental leave, disability insurance, health plans, wellness programs, and tuition assistance.