Environmental Engineer - Water Services - (Fall 2026 Grads!)

CDM Smith; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 59,426 - 98,051; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is looking for an entry-level Environmental, Water Resources, or Civil Engineer to join our Water Services Group in Lancaster County, United States. This position is ideal for recent graduates aiming to utilize their engineering skills in sustainable water projects.

The role includes supporting the design of water treatment facilities and collaborating on technical reports and client presentations. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree and a keen interest in engineering principles and software tools.

Qualifications

• 0 years of experience required.
• Equivalent directly related experience may substitute for a degree.
• Graduating August or December 2026 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support design and implementation of water and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Conduct site assessments and water-quality analyses.
• Assist in technical report preparation and client presentations.

Skills

Basic computer-aided design knowledge

Engineering design principles

Microsoft Excel knowledge

Verbal and written communication

Education

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

Tools

ArcGIS

HEC-RAS

SWMM

CADD

Excel

Job description

Job Description

CDM Smith is looking for an entry‑level Environmental, Water Resources, or Civil Engineer to join our Water Services Group. This position presents an excellent opportunity for recent graduates to apply their engineering skills to innovative and sustainable water projects and to grow within a dynamic team.

In this role, you will support the design and implementation of water and wastewater treatment facilities, sewer systems, pipelines, and associated infrastructure. Operating under direct supervision, you will ensure designs meet client specifications and comply with federal, state, and local regulatory standards. Responsibilities include conducting site assessments, adjusting design parameters as needed, and conducting water‑quality analyses and modeling. You will also contribute to technical report preparation, documentation, and collaborate on presentations for client meetings and industry conferences. New team members will also assist in creating documents and presentations using tools like ArcGIS, HEC‑RAS, SWMM, CADD, Excel, and other software. Additionally, there may be opportunities to participate in fieldwork supporting our construction management activities, providing a comprehensive project lifecycle experience.

Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduating August or December 2026 with a Fall 2026 start date.

Skills & Abilities

• Basic knowledge of computer‑aided design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices.
• Basic knowledge of engineering principles of design.
• Knowledge of Microsoft business software (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Good verbal and written communication ability.

Amount Of Travel Required

10% or less.

Pay Range

USD $59,426.00 – USD $98,051.00.

Visa Sponsorship

No sponsorship in the United States.

EEO Statement

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.