Junior Civil Engineer - Water Infrastructure

CDM Smith; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 64,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Civil Engineer to join our Water Services Team. You will develop basic‑complexity engineering designs for water, wastewater, and infrastructure projects under direct supervision.

Responsibilities include site layouts, hydraulics calculations, review for regulatory compliance, and preparing technical documentation. This role offers entry-level exposure with opportunities for growth within a collaborative firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering.
• 0 years of professional experience (entry-level position).
• Willingness to travel up to 10% domestically and/or internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develop basic‑complexity engineering designs for water, wastewater, and infrastructure projects under direct supervision.
• Review designs for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Perform site reviews and studies to evaluate project conditions and update design requirements.
• Prepare technical documentation and contribute to knowledge sharing, including white papers.

Skills

CAD 3D/4D software

Engineering principles

Microsoft Excel/Word

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Civil Engineer to join our Water Services Team. You will develop basic‑complexity engineering designs for water, wastewater, and infrastructure projects under direct supervision.

Responsibilities include site layouts, hydraulics calculations, review for regulatory compliance, and preparing technical documentation. This role offers entry-level exposure with opportunities for growth within a collaborative firm.