Municipal Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer

ERG; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Educational benefits

FSAs

401k plan

Profit sharing

EAP

Vacation days

Holidays

Sick leave

Job summary

ERG is seeking a Senior Civil/Environmental Engineer to join our Water and Wastewater Engineering team in Arlington, VA. You will collaborate with EPA, state agencies, utilities, and other organizations to address water quality and infrastructure challenges, applying your technical expertise to protect public health and the environment.

The role requires 20–25 years of experience, leading staff and projects, with a strong background in regulatory compliance, funding programs, and client

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemical, environmental, civil, or related engineering.
• 20–25 years of progressively responsible experience in water resources management and wastewater systems.
• Proven ability to develop comprehensive engineering reports from start to finish.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations, permitting, and compliance.
• Experience with federal water/wastewater funding programs and financing.
• Excellent technical writing, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead and mentor staff while delivering high-quality work and managing projects.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage staff providing technical assistance to small, underserved water and wastewater utilities nationwide.
• Assess and promote innovative water and wastewater treatment technologies and develop practical resources to reduce adoption barriers.
• Evaluate design, costs, feasibility, and environmental impacts of proposed water and wastewater projects.
• Guide preparation, review, and delivery of preliminary engineering reports.
• Manage environmental sampling and field surveys; perform analyses and prepare concise technical reports.
• Provide guidance on eligibility and requirements for federal water/wastewater funding programs, including SRF.
• Lead business development: identify opportunities, build client relationships, and support proposals.

Skills

Water resources

Civil engineering

Environmental engineering

Project management

Technical writing

Client relations

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in engineering

Job description

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

ERG is seeking a Senior Civil/Environmental Engineer to join our growing Water and Wastewater Engineering team. In this role, you will collaborate with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, state agencies, utilities, and other organizations to address some of today’s most pressing challenges related to water quality, water resources, and infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your technical expertise to projects that support stronger communities and protect public health and the environment.

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced environment.

ERG is seeking a Senior Civil/Environmental Engineer to join our growing Water and Wastewater Engineering team. In this role, you will collaborate with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, state agencies, utilities, and other organizations to address some of today’s most pressing challenges related to water quality, water resources, and infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity to apply your technical expertise to projects that support stronger communities and protect public health and the environment.

Job Description:

• Supervise and manage staff providing technical assistance to small, underserved water and wastewater utilities nationwide Support these utilities in securing funding and in designing, constructing, and maintaining sustainable, resilient water infrastructure that delivers safe, reliable water to their communities
• Assess and promote innovative water and wastewater treatment technologies, and develop practical resources to reduce barriers to their adoption
• Evaluate the design, costs, feasibility, and environmental impacts of proposed water and wastewater infrastructure projects
• Guide the preparation, review, and delivery of preliminary engineering reports
• Manage environmental sampling and field survey programs; perform advanced analyses of sampling results; and prepare clear, concise technical reports
• Provide internal and external guidance on eligibility, access, and technical requirements associated with federal water and wastewater funding programs, including the State Revolving Fund programs
• Lead business development activities, including identifying opportunities, developing client relationships, and supporting proposals and other capture efforts

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemical, environmental, civil, or a related engineering discipline
• 20–25 years of progressively responsible experience in water resources management, wastewater treatment, and the design of municipal water and wastewater systems
• Demonstrated expertise in developing comprehensive engineering reports, from preliminary assessments through final design
• Strong understanding of applicable environmental regulations, permitting requirements, and compliance standards
• Knowledge of federal water and wastewater funding programs, financing mechanisms, and eligibility requirements
• Excellent technical writing, verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and manage technical staff while delivering high-quality work, exceeding client expectations, and achieving financial and project objectives
• Collaborative leadership style, with the ability to motivate teams, foster cooperation, and build productive relationships with clients and stakeholders
• Experience working in an engineering consulting environment, including project management, client development, proposal preparation, and contract delivery

ERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including

• health and dental insurance
• life insurance
• long-term disability
• educational benefits
• FSAs
• a generous 401k plan
• profit sharing
• an EAP
• 11-20 paid vacation days per year
• 10 paid holidays per year
• 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time)
• and more

The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience.

ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual preference, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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ERG fosters a friendly, flexible work environment. ERGers are dedicated to serving clients who are committed to making the world a better place. We promote and recognize principles of fairness and respect in the work we do, the partnerships we foster, and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.