Project Engineer

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA, Inc.); Cromwell (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc. (SGA) is actively seeking a Project Engineer for a full-time role in Cromwell, CT to support planning, design, and delivery of water infrastructure projects.

The successful candidate will work with engineering, operations, and project teams to advance capital improvements, perform hydraulic analyses, and prepare reports, permitting documents, and recommendations. This on-site position requires a civil/environmental background and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• EIT certification or ~5 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in design, planning, or infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of hydraulic analysis and water system design principles.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering designs, specs, estimates, and project documentation.
• Support planning and execution of water infrastructure projects.
• Conduct field investigations, site assessments, and observations.
• Assist with pumping stations, pipelines, storage facilities, and treatment systems.
• Perform hydraulic analyses and system evaluations.
• Develop feasibility studies and compare alternatives.
• Review plans for accuracy and compliance.
• Support GIS and asset management with data input.
• Prepare reports, permit documentation, and project recommendations.
• Coordinate activities with stakeholders, consultants, contractors, and agencies.
• Maintain compliance with safety requirements and engineering standards.
• Support additional engineering projects as assigned.

Skills

EIT certification

Hydraulic analysis

Technical writing

MS Office

Communication

Project coordination

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

ArcGIS

Microsoft Project

Job description

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a PROJECT ENGINEER for a FULL TIME assignment with one of our premier UTILITY clients in CROMWELL, CT . This position will support the planning, design, and delivery of infrastructure projects focused on water systems and related facilities. The successful candidate will work closely with engineering, operations, and project teams to advance critical capital improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering designs, specifications, estimates, and project documentation.
• Support planning and execution of water infrastructure and facility improvement projects.
• Conduct field investigations, site assessments, and construction observations.
• Assist with the design of pumping stations, pipelines, storage facilities, treatment systems, and related infrastructure.
• Perform hydraulic analyses and operational evaluations of water systems.
• Develop feasibility studies and evaluate engineering alternatives.
• Review plans, designs, and technical proposals for accuracy and compliance.
• Support GIS and asset management programs through data analysis and technical input.
• Prepare reports, presentations, permitting documentation, and project recommendations.
• Coordinate activities with internal stakeholders, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Maintain compliance with safety requirements and engineering standards.
• Support additional engineering projects and initiatives as assigned.

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• EIT certification or approximately 5 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Experience supporting engineering design, planning, or infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of hydraulic analysis and water system design principles.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Skills

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Project management experience.
• AutoCAD or similar engineering design software experience.
• Familiarity with utility infrastructure, water systems, or municipal engineering projects.
• Experience supporting regulatory permitting and infrastructure construction activities.

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