Engineer III - Water/Wastewater

papedawson; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SwiftCruit is seeking a Civil Engineer to support planning, design, and delivery of public infrastructure projects under a licensed P.E. supervisor in Plano, TX. You will perform moderately complex engineering work, document calculations, and mentor junior staff as needed.

The role emphasizes quality, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with project managers, clients, and multidisciplinary teams. Office-based with periodic field visits, standard hours 8am-5pm, with overtime as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from ABET-accredited program.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional engineering experience.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT/EI) certification.
• Knowledge of relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
• Ability to apply established engineering practices and judgement.
• Proficiency with engineering software and tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication and collaboration.
• Ability to work under general supervision.
• Office environment with periodic field work.
• Typical work hours 8am–5pm, Monday–Friday, with overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform planning, design, and analysis tasks per codes and standards.
• Prepare calculations and deliverables with documented assumptions.
• Evaluate design alternatives and recommend solutions.
• Coordinate with project managers, multidisciplinary teams, and stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and designers.
• Participate in quality control and quality assurance practices.
• Manage assigned tasks independently and meet deadlines.
• Support water distribution and wastewater project design and calculations.
• Prepare technical documentation and permitting materials.
• Assist with utility coordination and easement exhibits as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Project coordination

Problem solving

Office-based with field work

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. Civil Engineering

EIT/EI certification

Tools

Engineering software

Job description

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.