Infrastructure Asset Management Project Engineer

WithersRavenel; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

WithersRavenel is seeking a Project Engineer to join our Asset Management team. You will help municipalities understand, prioritize, and plan for future water and wastewater infrastructure, delivering projects that improve reliability and sustainability.

The role is hybrid, based out of Cary, North Carolina, and involves working with multidisciplinary teams, presenting findings, and mentoring staff while advancing engineering planning and asset management strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Environmental or related Engineering field.
• Licensed Professional Engineer.
• 4+ years of experience in water/wastewater engineering, utility infrastructure, asset management or related consulting services.
• Self-motivated, engaged, and team-oriented with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure and prioritize responsibilities.
• Demonstrate leadership in engineering planning, asset management strategies/methodologies, and technical problem solving.
• Excellent analytical and written/oral communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to mentor and lead technical staff.
• Experience with GIS platforms (ArcGIS Pro or ArcGIS Online), infrastructure data analysis, and municipal utility projects is preferred.
• Familiarity with asset management frameworks (e.g., ISO 55000) is a plus.
• IAM Certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of Asset Management Plans for water and wastewater utilities.
• Evaluate infrastructure condition and performance using GIS and asset data, perform risk assessments, and support CAPEX planning.
• Analyze asset condition data to help clients prioritize maintenance, rehabilitation, and replacement strategies.
• Serve as technical resource for municipal clients; participate in meetings and workshops and present findings.
• Prepare technical reports and other project deliverables.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions and strong client relationships.

Skills

Leadership in engineering

Independent work

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Mentoring/leading staff

Asset management methodologies

GIS proficiency

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Environmental or related Engineering field

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Online

Job description

Description

Are you passionate about helping communities make informed decisions about their water and wastewater infrastructure? Do you enjoy combining engineering, data analysis, and long-term planning to solve complex challenges? If so, we'd love to have you join our growing Asset Management team!

Are you passionate about helping communities make informed decisions about their water and wastewater infrastructure? Do you enjoy combining engineering, data analysis, and long-term planning to solve complex challenges? If so, we'd love to have you join our growing Asset Management team!

At WithersRavenel, our Asset Management team partners with municipalities across North Carolina to help them understand, prioritize, and plan for the future of their infrastructure systems. As a Project Engineer, you'll play a key role in delivering meaningful projects that improve the reliability and sustainability of critical water and wastewater assets.

This opportunity is a hybrid role based out of our Cary, North Carolina office.

What You'll Do

• Support the development of Asset Management Plans for water and wastewater utilities.
• Evaluate infrastructure condition and performance using GIS and available asset data, perform risk assessments, and support development of capital improvement planning.
• Analyze asset condition and performance data to help clients prioritize maintenance, rehabilitation, and replacement strategies.
• Serve as technical resource for municipal clients. Participate in client meetings and workshops. Present findings and recommendations to Clients and Stakeholders.
• Prepare technical reports and other project deliverables.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions while building strong client relationships.

Why WithersRavenel?

At WithersRavenel, you'll join a firm where your work has a direct impact on the communities we serve. We invest in our people through professional development, mentorship, meaningful career paths, and a collaborative culture that values innovation and teamwork.

If you're looking for an opportunity to help shape the future of water and wastewater infrastructure while growing your career alongside an experienced team, we'd love to hear from you.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Environmental or related Engineering field
• Licensed Professional Engineer
• 4+ years of experience in water/wastewater engineering, utility infrastructure, asset management or related consulting services
• Self-motivated, engaged, and team-oriented with the ability to work independently
• Handle multiple tasks under pressure and prioritize responsibilities
• Demonstrate leadership in engineering planning, asset management strategies/methodologies, and technical problem solving
• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail; excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability and willingness to mentor and lead technical staff
• Experience with GIS platforms (ArcGIS Pro or ArcGIS Online), infrastructure data analysis, and municipal utility projects is preferred
• Familiarity with asset management frameworks (e.g., ISO 55000) is a plus
• IAM Certification preferred but not required

Working Conditions

The assignment may require infrequent evening/weekend work and job site visits outdoors. Candidates should enjoy working in collaborative, fast-paced, and client-driven environment.

Physical Requirements

The assignment may occasionally require repetitive physical tasks (such as operating a computer), standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time, extended time travelling in a vehicle, and carrying equipment and materials up to 25 pounds.

WithersRavenel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, military service, or other non-merit factors protected by federal, state, or local laws. At WithersRavenel, we strive to build and nurture a culture where diversity, inclusivity, and belonging are a normal part of doing business, not an initiative. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better results. By hiring highly talented people who align with our Core Values, we continue to enrich and broaden our ownership community, as well as the employee and client experience. This purposeful approach to diversity and inclusion leads to greater commitment, collaboration, and effectiveness in our culture, work, and lives.