Industrial Water/Wastewater Engineering Principal

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matching 401(k)

Profit sharing

Performance bonus

Company stock

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short- and long-term disability coverage

Tuition assistance

Professional development opportunities

Work-life balance initiatives

Job summary

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. is seeking an Industrial Water/Wastewater Engineering Principal in Charlotte, NC. The role focuses on leading growth in client relationships and managing industrial water and wastewater projects.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, a PE license, and demonstrated experience in business development. Benefits include a matching 401(k), profit sharing, and performance bonuses.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Demonstrated experience in business development and client relationship management.
• Strong understanding of consulting project management principles.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical guidance and advisory support to clients and internal teams.
• Develop and oversee project scope, schedule, quality assurance, and cost control.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams for successful completion.

Skills

Business development

Client relationship management

Technical expertise in industrial water and wastewater systems

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Environmental, or Civil Engineering

Tools

Process calculations

Block Flow Diagrams (BFDs)

Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs)

Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)

Process control and instrumentation systems

Job description

At Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC), every member of our team has a personal stake in our clients’ success. As employee-owners, we are collectively accountable for building lasting relationships and delivering outstanding results.

We put people first—our clients, our employees, and our communities. We listen closely and work diligently to understand each client’s unique needs. We are equally committed to the professional development of every team member.

Collaboration is at the heart of what we do. We bring together a diverse, multidisciplinary team of talented professionals to partner with clients and develop comprehensive solutions to complex challenges. We believe that by working together, no problem is insurmountable.

As an Industrial Water/Wastewater Engineering Principal at CEC, you will develop strategic vision, lead the growth and expansion of client relationships, and work with engineers and scientists to direct and manage a wide range of industrial water and wastewater projects. You will collaborate across multiple office locations and with Market Group leaders to expand services and drive revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical guidance and advisory support to clients and internal teams
• Develop and oversee project scope, schedule, quality assurance, and cost control
• Lead and direct multidisciplinary project teams to ensure successful completion
• Expand existing client relationships and develop new business opportunities within Manufacturing, Mining, Power, and Solid Waste markets
• Lead and participate in industry networking and business development efforts
• Actively support recruiting, hiring, and mentoring staff to meet project and client needs

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical, Environmental, or Civil Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Demonstrated experience in business development and client relationship management
• Strong understanding of consulting project management principles and delivery tools
• Technical expertise in industrial water and wastewater systems and projects
• Extensive experience with
  • Process calculations
  • Block Flow Diagrams (BFDs) and Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs)
  • Mass balance development
  • Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
  • Process control and instrumentation systems
  • Equipment and piping specifications

Benefits

• Matching 401(k)
• Profit sharing
• Performance bonus
• Company stock
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Tuition assistance
• Professional development opportunities
• Work‑life balance initiatives

CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance.

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.