Junior Environmental Engineer - Water Infrastructure

CDM Smith; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 59,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an entry‑level Environmental, Water Resources, or Civil Engineer to join our Water Services Group. You will contribute to planning, design, and implementation of water and wastewater facilities, pipelines, and related infrastructure.

You will support field investigations, perform analyses, and prepare technical reports while growing under experienced professionals. Travel up to 10% may be required, with a focus on sustainable water projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• 0 years travel; travel may be required.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Support site assessments, field investigations, and project studies.
• Assist with design development and adjust design parameters based on project requirements and field findings.
• Perform water quality analyses, hydraulic and hydrologic modeling, and other engineering analyses.
• Prepare technical reports, project documentation, presentations, and other deliverables for client meetings and industry conferences.
• Use ArcGIS, HEC-RAS, SWMM, CADD, Excel, and other engineering software to support project design and analysis.
• Office and in-field coordination to support regional lead service line rehabilitation projects.
• Participate in fieldwork and construction management activities, gaining exposure to full project lifecycle.

Skills

CADD 3D/4D software

Engineering design principles

MS Office (Excel/Word)

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelors in Civil/Environmental/Chemical Eng

Tools

ArcGIS

HEC-RAS

SWMM

CADD

Excel

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking an entry‑level Environmental, Water Resources, or Civil Engineer to join our Water Services Group. You will contribute to planning, design, and implementation of water and wastewater facilities, pipelines, and related infrastructure.

You will support field investigations, perform analyses, and prepare technical reports while growing under experienced professionals. Travel up to 10% may be required, with a focus on sustainable water projects.