Project Engineer

Smyth Industries; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

4x10 Schedule

Job summary

Smyth Industries is seeking a Project Engineer with water infrastructure experience to join our Arizona team. You will support the planning, design, and construction of water distribution and treatment projects, working closely with municipal and private clients.

The role emphasizes collaboration, technical rigor, and delivering end-to-end solutions. A Civil Engineering degree and strong communication are essential; EIT/PE aspirations are valued in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or relevant field; 0–3 years civil engineering experience.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
• Working knowledge of CAD-related software, including AutoCAD.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.
• Effective interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Valid driver's license, pass MVR and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Apply civil engineering principles to planning, analysis, design, and construction of water and wastewater infrastructure.
• Provide technical engineering and consulting services for treatment and distribution systems.
• Perform hydraulic modeling, engineering calculations, and system evaluations.
• Represent the company in meetings with municipal and private clients, utilities, and regulators.
• Coordinate with subconsultants, vendors, and internal teams to support project execution.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable regulations, codes, and standards.

Skills

Technical writing

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Engineering in Training (EIT) Certification

PE licensure planned (in future)

Tools

WaterCAD

WaterGEMS

EPANET

SewerGEMS

Job description

If you’re working 5 days a week and would prefer 4, we want to hear from you!

This job requires U.S. work authorization.

This position allows all levels of experience.

Overview
Employees are our greatest resource in working towards a bright future. It takes an exceptional team of Project Engineer's workingbehind the scenes to help solve complex problems and build capacity for the future.

Smyth Industries Engineering Division is currently searching for an individual with Water Infrastructure Industry experience as aProject Engineerto help enhance our current team. We provide full-service electrical, civil, manufacturing, engineering and general contracting services for the water and reclamation industry.

The ideal candidate will foster teamwork and create a positive work environment in a fast-paced industry, while helping our Arizona clients engineer, rehabilitate, manufacture and construct water distribution and treatment infrastructure.

If you are looking for an organization who invests in their employees, has a culture of community and belonging that allows their people to be their best, and allows you to bring your authentic self to work while achieving purpose-driven work, then we need inspired people like you to join us in our pursuit of building the future.

About Us
Smyth Industries, Inc. has been serving the water and reclamation industry throughout Arizona and the Southwest since the company’s inception as Smyth Steel Manufacturing in 1980. We’ve grown from our steel tank fabrication and specialty manufacturing origins, into a full-service water and reclamation industry General Contractor specializing in end-to-end solutions including Storage Tanks, Pump and Water Wells, Pressure and Surge Vessels, Industrial Coatings, Electrical and Controls, and Engineering.

We're proud of what we build but we're even prouder of the people who build it.

Benefits
We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefit package that includes, 401K, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short and Long-Term Disability, Life insurance, and Monday-Thursday (4 days/10-hour days).

In your job, you will have the ability to make a difference in the water and reclamation industry by:

Scope: Under supervision, designs and supports construction projects for the water and reclamation industry. Assist our client engineers, rehabilitate, manufacture and construct water distribution and treatment infrastructure. Support and adhere to the Smyth Industries Policies and Procedures, Safety Compliance, and Values.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Engineering & Technical Expertise: Apply civil engineering principles to the planning, analysis, design, and construction of water and wastewater infrastructure | Provide technical engineering and consulting services for treatment and distribution systems including pump and lift stations, pipelines, well sites, storage reservoirs, and treatment facilities | Perform or oversee hydraulic modeling, engineering calculations, and system evaluations using industry‑standard design software in compliance with regulatory and design standards. Client & Stakeholder Communication: Communicate effectively with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders through clear written documentation and verbal presentations | Represent the company in meetings with municipal and private clients, utilities, regulatory agencies, and the public | Build and maintain strong professional relationships with owners, inspectors, subcontractors, vendors, and internal leadership. Team Leadership & Collaboration: Work effectively within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment | Provide technical oversight and review of engineering work prepared by staff engineers and support personnel | Coordinate with subconsultants, vendors, and suppliers to support successful project execution. Proposal Development & Financial Management: Assist with the preparation of proposals, scopes of work, cost estimates, schedules, and project budgets | Support negotiations related to project scope, fees, and deliverables in coordination with project managers and leadership. Regulatory Compliance & Permitting: Prepare and submit permit applications and supporting documentation to local, state, and federal agencies | Ensure all designs and constructed systems comply with applicable regulations, permits, codes, and industry standards. Quality, Safety & Company Standards: Ensure quality control of engineering deliverables and adherence to project schedules and deadlines | Comply with company policies, procedures, safety requirements, and core values | Maintain accurate, complete, and organized project documentation and records.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or relevant field | 0-3 years of civil engineering work experience.Strong technical writing and documentation skills | Working knowledge of CADD‑related software, including AutoCAD | Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PDF tools | Effective interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills | Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast‑paced project environment |Valid driver's license, pass MVR and drug screening.

Preferred: Experience with water and/or wastewater infrastructure projects |Engineering in Training (EIT) CertificationExperience with hydraulic modeling and design software such as WaterCAD, WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, EPANET, or similar | Prior experience supporting municipal, utility, or public‑sector clients | Familiarity with local, state, and federal permitting processes and regulatory compliance | Construction support experience, including field inspections, shop drawing review, or contractor coordination | Exposure to project controls including cost estimating, scheduling, or financial tracking | Experience working in a multidisciplinary engineering or consulting environment | Ability to obtain Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in the future.

Competencies: Technical & Engineering Proficiency: Applies engineering principles to water and wastewater planning, design, and construction projects with accuracy and attention to detail | Project Management & Execution: Assist in planning, prioritization, and management of multiple projects, schedules, budgets, and deliverables to meet project and business objectives | Construction Support: Prepare Submittals and Shop Drawings | Communication & Client Service: Communicates clearly and professionally; builds and maintains strong working relationships with clients, stakeholders, and project teams | Collaboration & Teamwork: Works productively in multidisciplinary teams; provides technical support, coordination, and peer review to achieve shared goals | Problem Solving & Judgment: Identifies project risks and challenges, analyzes options, and supports sound, timely decision‑making | Quality & Compliance Focus: Demonstrates a strong commitment to quality, regulatory compliance, safety standards, and company policies | Adaptability & Accountability: Manages changing priorities effectively while maintaining ownership of assignments and meeting deadlines.

Disclaimers: Duties may be modified at any time. Employment is at-will. Pre-employment drug screening may be required. Smyth Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Smyth Industries is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. Smyth Industries is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process.

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