Engineer III - Water/Wastewater

Pape-Dawson Engineers, Inc.; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers, Inc. is seeking an Engineer III in Water/Wastewater to support planning, design, analysis, and delivery of projects under the guidance of a licensed PE, with the potential to mentor junior staff.

The role emphasizes applying engineering judgment to design and deliver public infrastructure, coordinating with project managers and clients, and preparing calculations, drawings, and permit materials in an office-based setting with periodic field visits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional engineering experience performing progressively responsible engineering work.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT/EI) certification.
• Working knowledge of engineering principles, design standards, and applicable codes and regulations relevant to assigned service areas.
• Ability to apply established engineering practices and exercise sound judgment on moderately complex assignments.
• Proficiency with relevant engineering software and tools.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and external agencies.
• Ability to manage assigned tasks, meet deadlines, and work under general supervision.
• Willingness to work primarily in an office environment with periodic field work, site visits, meetings, or agency coordination as required.
• Ability to work Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm with overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering planning, design, and analysis tasks in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations, producing work that requires minimal revision.
• Prepare engineering calculations and technical deliverables such as memoranda, reports, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates, clearly documenting assumptions and design decisions.
• Evaluate and compare design alternatives, apply sound engineering judgment, and recommend appropriate solutions to support project objectives.
• Coordinate with project managers, multidisciplinary teams, and external stakeholders to support project delivery, with guidance as appropriate.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and designers to support team development and quality outcomes.
• Participate in quality control and quality assurance practices to support accuracy, consistency, and compliance with standards.
• Manage assigned tasks independently, meet deadlines, and demonstrate accountability for assigned portions of a project.
• Support planning and design of water distribution and wastewater collection systems, including layouts, profiles, and supporting calculations.
• Prepare technical documentation and permitting support materials for public infrastructure improvements.
• Support project coordination activities such as utility conflicts/coordination documentation and right-of-entry or easement-related technical exhibits, as applicable.

Skills

Engineer-in-Training (EIT)

Engineering software

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Written and verbal communication

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree

Tools

None

Job description

## Engineer III - Water/WastewaterApplylocations: Plano, TX: McKinney: Fort Worth, TXtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: JR101397**Job Description:****Overview**This position supports the planning, design, analysis, and delivery of engineering projects under the guidance of a licensed professional engineer (P.E.) and may provide technical guidance to junior staff. The role applies experience and problem-solving skills to moderately complex assignments while collaborating with project managers, clients, and multidisciplinary teams.**Responsibilities**• Perform engineering planning, design, and analysis tasks in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations, producing work that requires minimal revision.• Prepare engineering calculations and technical deliverables such as memoranda, reports, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates, clearly documenting assumptions and design decisions. • Evaluate and compare design alternatives, apply sound engineering judgment, and recommend appropriate solutions to support project objectives. • Coordinate with project managers, multidisciplinary teams, and external stakeholders to support project delivery, with guidance as appropriate. • Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and designers to support team development and quality outcomes. • Participate in quality control and quality assurance practices to support accuracy, consistency, and compliance with standards. • Manage assigned tasks independently, meet deadlines, and demonstrate accountability for assigned portions of a project.• Support planning and design of water distribution and wastewater collection systems, including layouts, profiles, and supporting calculations. • Prepare technical documentation and permitting support materials for public infrastructure improvements. • Support project coordination activities such as utility conflicts/coordination documentation and right-of-entry or easement-related technical exhibits, as applicable.**Qualifications**• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program. • Minimum of 2 years of professional engineering experience performing progressively responsible engineering work. • Engineer-in-Training (EIT/EI) certification• Working knowledge of engineering principles, design standards, and applicable codes and regulations relevant to assigned service areas. • Ability to apply established engineering practices and exercise sound judgment on moderately complex assignments. • Proficiency with relevant engineering software and tools. • Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and external agencies. • Ability to manage assigned tasks, meet deadlines, and work under general supervision. • Willingness to work primarily in an office environment with periodic field work, site visits, meetings, or agency coordination as required.• Ability to work Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm with overtime as needed**EEO Statement:**All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.