Entry-Level Water Resources Engineer

Trinnex Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 54,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an entry‑level Environmental, Water Resources, or Civil Engineer to join our Water Services Group. This role offers recent graduates a path to apply engineering skills to water and wastewater projects while building a strong foundation for a career in the water industry.

You will work on planning, design, and implementation of projects such as water/wastewater facilities, pipelines, and related infrastructure, gaining exposure from initial planning through construction and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• 0 years. Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of engineering designs, calculations, plans, specifications, and technical documentation for water and wastewater projects.
• Assist with site assessments, field investigations, and project studies to inform design decisions.
• Perform water quality analyses, hydraulic and hydrologic modeling, and other engineering analyses under the guidance of experienced engineers.
• Review designs and project documents for compliance with client requirements and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Develop technical reports, presentations, and other project documentation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams and contribute to client meetings, presentations, and industry conferences.
• Utilize engineering and design tools such as ArcGIS, HEC-RAS, SWMM, CADD, Excel, and other software to support project delivery.
• Participate in fieldwork and construction management activities, providing valuable hands-on experience and exposure to the full project lifecycle.

Skills

CAD 3D/4D

Engineering design principles

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelors in Civil/Environmental/Chemical Engineering or related

Tools

ArcGIS

HEC-RAS

SWMM

Excel

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an entry‑level Environmental, Water Resources, or Civil Engineer to join our Water Services Group. This role offers recent graduates a path to apply engineering skills to water and wastewater projects while building a strong foundation for a career in the water industry.

You will work on planning, design, and implementation of projects such as water/wastewater facilities, pipelines, and related infrastructure, gaining exposure from initial planning through construction and