Project Engineer - Water/Wastewater

papedawson; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Pape-Dawson Engineers in Fort Myers, FL is seeking a licensed Project Engineer to lead design and execution of water and wastewater projects. You will own technical deliverables from concept through final design, coordinate with cross-disciplinary teams, and liaise with clients and agencies to ensure quality, schedule, and regulatory compliance.

The role requires a PE license, ABET-accredited civil engineering degree, and 4+ years of progressive engineering experience.

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with active licensure.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to mentor staff and coordinate across disciplines.
• Experience in water distribution or wastewater design is preferred.
• Familiarity with codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and produce complete engineering designs for water/wastewater systems.
• Evaluate design alternatives balancing quality, cost, and schedule.
• Coordinate work with project managers, subconsultants, and stakeholders.
• Review work by engineers, EITs, designers and technicians for accuracy.
• Prepare technical reports, studies, and regulatory submittals.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to professional development.

Skills

PE license

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Cross-discipline coordination

Time management

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree

Job description

Job Description:

Project Engineer

Overview

The Project Engineer is a licensed Professional Engineer responsible for leading technical design and engineering execution on projects within their assigned service area. This role takes full ownership of technical deliverables from concept through final design, ensuring accuracy, constructability, and compliance with applicable standards and regulations. The Project Engineer supports overall project leadership, mentors technical staff, coordinates across disciplines, and works directly with clients and public agencies while consistently balancing quality, budget, and schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and produce complete engineering designs, including plans, specifications, reports, calculations, and estimates, in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and project requirements.
• Evaluate design alternatives, apply sound engineering judgment, and select solutions that balance technical quality, constructability, cost, and schedule.
• Coordinate technical work with project managers, internal disciplines, subconsultants, and external stakeholders.
• Review and oversee work prepared by engineers, EITs, designers, and technicians to ensure accuracy, consistency, and quality.
• Prepare and review technical reports, studies, and documentation using standard engineering and office software tools.
• Support project delivery by identifying technical risks, resolving design issues, and contributing to schedule and budget adherence.
• Communicate effectively with clients, agencies, and project partners, representing the company with professionalism and confidence.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior staff, supporting their professional development.
• Participate in professional, technical, or community organizations to support continued growth and industry engagement.
• Uphold company values and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team environment.
• Lead the planning and design of water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
• Perform and review hydraulic modeling and system analyses.
• Prepare and manage regulatory permitting submittals and responses.
• Support design of treatment facilities and review contractor submittals during construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
• Minimum of 4 years of progressive engineering experience
• Strong understanding of engineering principles, design standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency with applicable engineering design and analysis software.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lead technical work, mentor others, and coordinate across disciplines.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Reliability, professionalism, and commitment to quality project delivery.
• Availability to work Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with occasional overtime as needed

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.