Project Engineer - Water / Wastewater

True Environmental; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

AH Engineering Consultants is seeking a Project Engineer - Water / Wastewater to support planning and design for municipal water and wastewater infrastructure. The role involves collaboration with clients and multidisciplinary teams across Newport News, VA and other offices.

The ideal candidate has 2–10 years of experience in water/wastewater design, strong communication skills, and knowledge of applicable regulations.

Qualifications

• 2–10 years of water/wastewater design experience, preferably in a consulting environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with municipal water and wastewater systems design.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and design of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including pump stations and pipelines.
• Prepare or oversee engineering reports, specifications, drawings, and cost estimates.
• Manage projects through design and provide support during bidding and construction phases.
• Support design oversight and quality control for project deliverables.
• Support permitting and regulatory compliance for municipal water and wastewater projects.
• Participate in client meetings, proposal development and business development efforts.
• Assist with project scheduling, budgeting, and resource planning.

Skills

Water/wastewater design

Project management

Client communication

Regulatory knowledge

Engineering design calculations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field

Job description

AH Engineering Consultants is a dynamic, results-oriented environmental engineering and consulting firm founded in 1996 and headquartered in Newport News, Virginia, with offices in Virginia Beach, VA, Jacksonville, FL, and Hampstead, NC. Specializing in practical, tailored solutions for complex challenges, AH brings deep expertise across drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, petroleum storage tank, and geospatial services.

Project Engineer - Water / Wastewater

Newport News, VA; Virginia Beach, VA; Jacksonville, FL; Hampstead, NC - Regular Full-Time

We are seeking a talented and motivated Water/Wastewater Design Engineer to join our consulting team. The ideal candidate has 2 to 10 years of experience delivering planning and design solutions for municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This role offers the opportunity to support meaningful projects, collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams, and help shape critical community infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning and design of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including pump stations, storage systems, pipelines, and related utility improvements
• Prepare or oversee engineering reports, technical specifications, construction drawings, and cost estimates
• Manage projects through design and provide support during bidding and construction phases
• Support design oversight and quality control for project deliverables
• Support permitting and regulatory compliance for municipal water and wastewater projects
• Participate in client meetings, proposal development, and business development efforts
• Assist with project scheduling, budgeting, and resource planning

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field
• 2-10 years of experience in water/wastewater engineering design, preferably in a consulting environment
• Strong experience with municipal water and wastewater systems design
• Proven ability to prepare plans, specifications, engineering reports, and design calculations
• Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal regulations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines effectively

At AH, we believe our greatest asset is our people. We are always searching for talented engineers and scientists who share our commitment to listening closely to clients, understanding their needs deeply, and delivering sound, innovative solutions. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, support opportunities for continuing education and professional development, and foster a collaborative environment where high performers are recognized and rewarded. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact on the environment and communities we serve, we invite you to explore a career with AH.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.