Project Engineer -Wastewater Design Engineer

Inframark; Georgia; Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Inframark is seeking a Water/Wastewater Project Engineer to design and deliver treatment systems from concept through commissioning. You will work on municipal and industrial facilities, collaborating with operations teams, regulators, and clients to craft engineering solutions that meet current needs and future challenges.

You will design, model, and optimize treatment processes, create PFDs and P&IDs, and support permitting and project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Agricultural, or Chemical Engineering (ABET-accredited preferred).
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification at minimum; actively working toward PE license.
• 1–3 years of water/wastewater engineering design, environmental compliance, or related field.
• AutoCAD (2D drafting), Microsoft Office; familiarity with ArcGIS or mapping tools.

Responsibilities

• Design water and wastewater treatment systems from concept through commissioning.
• Develop plans, specifications, and calculations for plant upgrades and new construction.
• Create AutoCAD drawings including PFDs, P&IDs, site plans, and construction details.
• Perform hydraulic modeling and calculations to optimize performance.
• Navigate EPA and state regulations; prepare permits and compliance documents.
• Support project management: scope, schedule, budgeting, and QC.
• Prepare proposals and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide commissioning support during startup.

Skills

Communication skills

Technical writing

Mobility

Learning mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Agricultural, or Chemical Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

ArcGIS

Job description

We're seeking a Water/Wastewater Project Engineer to join our growing engineering team. In this role, you'll design and deliver water and wastewater treatment systems from concept through commissioning—working on projects that range from municipal treatment plants to industrial facilities, including food processing operations. You'll collaborate with operations teams, regulatory agencies, and clients to develop engineering solutions that meet today's challenges while planning for tomorrow's needs.

This is an ideal position for engineers who want to:

• Make a tangible impact on communities and the environment
• Work on diverse project types across municipal and industrial sectors
• Advance toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure with company support
• Grow from project execution into project leadership roles

What You'll Do

• Design water and wastewater treatment system,s including biological treatment, clarification, filtration, disinfection, and solids handling processes
• Develop engineering plans, specifications, and calculations for treatment plant upgrades, expansions, and new construction
• Create AutoCAD drawing,s including process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), site plans, and construction details
• Perform hydraulic modeling and engineering calculations to optimize system performance

Environmental Compliance & Permitting

• Navigate EPA and state environmental regulations for water, wastewater, and stormwater systems
• Prepare and submit permit applications, compliance reports, and regulatory documentation
• Develop Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs), Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure (SPCC) Plans, and environmental management programs
• Conduct environmental compliance audits and provide recommendations for corrective actions

Project Execution & Client Interaction

• Visit client sites to assess existing systems, collect data, and understand operational challenges
• Support project management activities, including scope development, scheduling, budgeting, and quality control
• Prepare technical proposals for new projects and business development opportunities
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team,s including operations, construction, and automation/controls specialists
• Provide commissioning support and troubleshooting assistance during project startup

Types of Projects You'll Work On

• Municipal Treatment Plants: Design upgrades for 0.5-10 MGD facilities serving growing communities
• Industrial Wastewater Systems: Food processing facilities (including meat processing plants), manufacturing operations, and agricultural industries
• Regulatory Compliance Projects: Nutrient removal upgrades, permit limit compliance, environmental assessments
• Process Optimization: Energy efficiency improvements, SCADA integration, automation enhancements
• Capital Planning: Asset management studies, facility master planning, condition assessments

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Agricultural, or Chemical Engineering (ABET-accredited program preferred)
• Licensure: Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification at minimum; actively working toward Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Technical Experience: 1-3 years of experience in water/wastewater engineering design, environmental compliance, or related fieldli>
• Software Proficiency: AutoCAD (2D drafting), Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with ArcGIS or similar mapping tools
• Communication Skills: Excellent technical writing and verbal communication; ability to explain complex engineering concepts to non-technical audiences
• Mobility: Valid driver's license; ability to travel to client sites (up to 25-30% travel, primarily regional day trips)
• Learning Mindset: Commitment to continuous professional development and staying current with industry best practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license (strongly preferred for candidates with 4+ years of experience)
• 7+ years of experience in water/wastewater treatment design and environmental regulatory compliance
• Deep knowledge of EPA and state environmental regulations (Clean Water Act, NPDES permitting, etc.)
• Experience with process modeling software (GPS-X, BioWin, or similar)
• Familiarity with industrial wastewater treatment, particularly food processing or agricultural sectors
• Demonstrated ability to develop proposals, project scopes, budgets, and schedules
• Track record of effective stakeholder presentations and client relationship management
• Understanding of SCADA systems, instrumentation, and treatment plant automation

Note on Industrial Projects: Approximately 30-40% of projects involve food and agricultural processing clients, including meat processing facilities. You'll work with operations teams to design wastewater treatment systems that handle high-strength organic loads and meet stringent discharge requirements. Experience or interest in industrial wastewater is valuable but not required—we provide mentorship and training.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Primarily office/remote environment with travel to facilities, project sites, and client/vendor meetings as needed. Site work may require PPE, walking/standing on uneven surfaces, and occasional lifting up to 30 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.