Lead Engineer - Water/Wastewater

HR Green, Inc.; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

HR Green, Inc. in Melbourne, FL is seeking a motivated Lead Engineer to join our Water and Wastewater Practice. This role leads municipal water and wastewater projects from planning through construction, mentors junior engineers, and acts as project manager on diverse assignments.

You will design, review, and supervise hydraulic analyses, pumping stations, and treatment facilities while ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality deliverables for our clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in one or more states or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Minimum 10 years of water and wastewater system design experience.
• Ability to develop construction documents and lead projects through all phases.
• Proficient in engineering software, modeling tools, and technical equipment.
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills; capable of client interaction.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel for site visits.

Responsibilities

• Independently performs water supply, wastewater treatment, and distribution design tasks.
• Supports or leads Project Manager duties on municipal water and wastewater projects.
• Leads technical reviews of drawings, specs, and hydraulic modeling reports.
• Makes design decisions aligned with regulatory requirements for drinking water and wastewater.
• Oversees contractor coordination, bidding support, and contract documents.

Skills

Water/wastewater design

Project management

QA/QC reviews

Construction drawings

Hydraulic modeling

Regulatory compliance

Client coordination

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Hydraulic modeling software

Job description

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Full Time Professional Melbourne, FL, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 2556

Join our team! Our mission is BUILDING COMMUNITIES. IMPROVING LIVES. With a history spanning over 110 years, HR Green has consistently delivered on this mission, establishing alike. Each day, we work to find solutions that inspire our employees and fit our clients' needs to build trust to exceed their expectations. Our people are the heart of our success. We've earned national recognition, including being named a Great Place to Work and consistently ranking on Engineering News Record's Top 500 Design Firms in the United States and we're still growing!

Summary

We are seeking a motivated, self-starting LeadEngineer to join our Water and Wastewater Practice in Melbourne, FL. This role offers the opportunity to lead and contribute to a wide range of municipal water and wastewater engineering projects, spanning from conceptual planning and permitting to final design, bidding, and construction, in addition to mentoring junior engineers!

Our water engineering services include:

• Raw water supply systems, including surface water intakes and well development
• Water treatment plant design and upgrades
• Water storage tanks and reservoirs
• Pump stations and distribution systems

Our wastewater engineering expertise includes:

• Wastewater treatment plant planning and design
• Sanitary sewer system evaluations and rehabilitation
• Lift station and pump station design
• Process piping and mechanical system layouts

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Independently performs engineering tasks related to water supply, wastewater treatment, pump/lift stations, sanitary sewer design, and water distribution systems using professional judgment and technical expertise.
• Supports or serves as Project Manager on various municipal water and wastewater projects, including assigning tasks, managing schedules, and mentoring junior staff.
• Leads and conducts technical reviews (formal and informal QA/QC) of engineering deliverables such as construction drawings, technical specifications, and hydraulic modeling reports.
• Makes design decisions that align with project goals and regulatory requirements for drinking water systems and wastewater infrastructure.
• Proactively identifies and resolves technical, scheduling, or budget‑related issues in coordination with clients and the project team.
• Assists with contractor selection, bidding support, and preparation of contract documents for water and wastewater utility projects.
• Oversees construction administration tasks, including responding to contractor inquiries, issuing addenda, conducting field observations, and recommending change orders.
• Develops detailed cost estimates, engineering service proposals, and project schedules for new opportunities in the water/wastewater utility market.
• Signs and seals engineering documents as an authorized representative of HR Green.
• Serves as the technical lead for assigned civil/environmental infrastructure projects, or leads smaller, specialized water/wastewater projects.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in one or more states where HR Green operates or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in water and wastewater system design, including pipelines, treatment plants, pump stations, and related utility infrastructure.
• Demonstrated ability to develop construction documents, manage technical tasks, and support or lead projects through all phases—from planning and permitting to construction administration.
• Proficiency in engineering software, modeling tools, and technical equipment used in municipal water/wastewater engineering.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including experience writing technical reports, regulatory submittals, and proposals.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel for project-related site visits and client meetings.

Not only does HR Green provide you with a place to grow, thrive, and enjoy your work, but we are also dedicated to delivering a comprehensive and multi-faceted benefits package. Visit our website for detailed total rewards information.

HR Green is proud to be an affirmative action/ equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law.