Professional Engineer - Water/Wastewater

Short-Elliott-Hendrickson, Incorporated; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Short-Elliott-Hendrickson, Incorporated (SEH) seeks a Professional Engineer - Water/Wastewater to lead and support municipal, utility, and industrial water/wastewater projects in Virginia. You will direct planning, design, and construction support while mentoring junior staff and engaging clients.

This employee-owned firm offers growth through licensure, training, and diverse project exposure. Base compensation ranges from $115,000 to $150,000, with opportunities for professional development and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or related Engineering discipline from an ABET‑accredited program.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required; Virginia PE preferred or ability to obtain within six months
• 8+ years of experience in water and wastewater infrastructure planning, design, and construction support
• Experience leading or supporting multidisciplinary projects from planning through construction
• Knowledge of water and wastewater treatment systems, conveyance infrastructure, utility design standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience preparing engineering reports, calculations, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and related technical deliverables
• Demonstrated project management experience, including scope, budget, schedule, staffing, and client coordination.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support projects involving water and wastewater treatment facilities, distribution and collection systems, pump and lift stations, storage facilities, and related utility improvements.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop practical, cost-effective solutions; manage project scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
• Foster strong client relationships; support business development efforts; mentor emerging professionals.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Education

ABET-accredited Civil/Environmental Engineering degree

PE license

Tools

Hydraulic modeling software

Engineering design tools

Job description

Imagine being an employee-owner of a company guided by engaged and empowered team members like yourself. Where a culture of respect, flexibility, and accountability aren't just ideals - they're our foundation, and diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued as drivers of innovation and growth. Join us, as together, we are Building a Better World for All of Us®.

You belong at SEH SEH is currenting searching for a Professional Engineer - Water/Wastewater to join our talented Water/Wastewater team!

Why our employee-owners love SEH:

• "I was on vacation last week and had zero concerns that my colleagues would help out with anything that came into my inbox!" - GIS Analyst
• "What company has a CEO who cares enough to seek out one‑on‑one conversations ranging from 'How are you?' to 'What do you think would help the company?' SEH, that's who." - Civil Engineering Technician
• "Having the feeling that my voice matters and believing that SEH truly cares about the employees is so satisfying!" - Sr Financial Analyst
• "It feels good having colleagues and supervisors that provide support and resources for growth and learning!" - Civil Engineer
• "This is the first company I've worked for with a true entrepreneurial spirit." - Sr Mechanical Engineer

Why you’ll love SEH:

• Collaborate on amazing projects of varying size and complexity that positively impact communities
• Being 100% employee‑owned means we all share in the company’s success
• Career development through continued education, licensure/certification, skills, and technical training
• Work arrangements that promote work/life balance
• Flexible holidays enable individuals to tailor their festivities
• Paid Family Leave provides time to care for loved ones, whether family by birth or family by choice

This Opportunity:

Join our Water/Wastewater team and help deliver critical infrastructure projects for municipal, utility, and industrial clients across Virginia. In this role, you'll lead and support projects involving water and wastewater treatment facilities, distribution and collection systems, pump and lift stations, storage facilities, and related utility improvements. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop practical, cost-effective solutions; manage project scope, schedule, budget, and quality; foster strong client relationships; support business development efforts; and mentor emerging professionals.

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or related Engineering discipline from an ABET‑accredited program
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required; Virginia PE preferred or ability to obtain within six months
• 8+ years of experience in water and wastewater infrastructure planning, design, and construction support
• Experience leading or supporting multidisciplinary projects from planning through construction
• Knowledge of water and wastewater treatment systems, conveyance infrastructure, utility design standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience preparing engineering reports, calculations, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and related technical deliverables
• Demonstrated project management experience, including scope, budget, schedule, staffing, and client coordination.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout Virginia.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience serving Virginia municipalities, utilities, or industrial water/wastewater clients
• Experience managing water and wastewater treatment facility projects and utility infrastructure improvements
• Familiarity with hydraulic modeling software and industry-standard design tools
• Experience with utility master planning, asset management, capital improvement planning, or resilience studies
• Proposal development and business development experience
• Established relationships within Virginia's water/wastewater market.
• Active participation in professional organizations such as AWWA, WEF, ACEC, or APWA.

Who We Are

Better Places. Clean Water. Renewing Infrastructure. Improving Mobility.

Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $115,000 and $150,000 based on skill set and experience.

Due to current business and operational considerations, unable to hire employees residing in the following states at this time: AK, AR, CA, CT, DE, HI, KY, MA, RI, VT, and PR.

Candidates willing to relocate should indicate this in their application.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

SEH is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

We take affirmative action to ensure that all employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.

Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.

Notice to Third Party Agencies:

SEH does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by SEH’s Talent Director, SEH reserves the right to pursue and hire these candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.

Better Places. Clean Water. Renewing Infrastructure. Improving Mobility. SEH is an employee‑owned engineering, architectural, planning, and environmental company, offering a wide variety of services. We've been helping government, industrial, and commercial clients find solutions to complex challenges since 1927. Our 900+ employee‑owners across the US unite behind our core purpose of Building a Better World for All of Us®.