Project Engineer - Water/Wastewater

HILGARTWILSON, LLC; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off including parental leave

401(k) with matching

Job summary

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Water/Wastewater Project Engineer in Arizona. This role involves preparing construction documents and supporting various water and wastewater projects. The ideal candidate will have 4-7+ years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's degree in a related field, and a strong grasp of hydraulic principles.

The company offers a generous compensation package, including health coverage, 401(k), and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 4-7+ years of relevant experience required.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration in AZ or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Strong understanding of hydraulic principles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction documents for various water and wastewater projects.
• Coordinate with team members and clients.
• Provide construction phase engineering support.

Skills

Water/wastewater analysis

Technical skills

Project management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Water/Wastewater Project Engineer to join our Civil/Site Discipline in Arizona. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in water/wastewater analysis and design. We have extensive experience providing services on many of the Valley’s largest and most prestigious master‑planned communities, retail, office, educational, healthcare, mixed use developments and public works projects.

This position is based in Arizona, with the option of office‑based work in Phoenix, the East Valley (Gilbert/Chandler), or the West Valley (Goodyear/Tolleson).

The Water Infrastructure team at Colliers Engineering & Design focuses on water and wastewater infrastructure projects for public and municipal providers, private utilities, and developers throughout Arizona. Our work spans initial planning and design to construction phase engineering and startup support. We are looking to expand our team by adding talented staff who are passionate about applying their expertise on a variety of exciting projects and are eager for continued technical growth, career advancement, and opportunities to contribute to the firm’s success.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, as part of an engineering team, construction documents for water booster pump stations, water storage facilities, groundwater treatment facilities, groundwater wells, sewer pump stations, reclaim water systems, and water and sewer mains.
• Prepares construction documents, including construction plans, basis of design reports, and technical specifications.
• Prepares water and wastewater planning and engineering documents in support of land development and site development projects.
• Prepares hydraulic models and studies of water and wastewater systems.
• Coordinates with team members, staff, private utilities, municipalities, consultants, and clients.
• Provides construction phase engineering support in the form of submittal reviews, RFI responses, engineer‑of‑record services, and startup and commissioning support.
• Responsible for quality control, schedules, and plan production.
• Delegates work and provides technical guidance to assure design is technically sound and cost‑efficient.
• Assists with project and team management and mentors other design staff.
• Processes plans and resolves issues with plan reviewers.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other related field.
• 4-7+ years of relevant experience.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration in AZ or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Sound engineering fundamentals, including hydraulic principles.
• Demonstrates strong technical skills and can prepare design on various water and wastewater projects.
• Computer skills required with proficiency in MS Office Suite and working knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Displays sound organizational, judgment, and technical skills.
• Attention to detail, quality of work, and client service.
• Self‑motivated and able to manage and meet multiple critical deadlines.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job‑related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Desired

• Experience in water distribution and wastewater collection facilities design, which may include pump stations, storage reservoirs, well sites, lift stations, water mains, and sewer mains.
• Working knowledge of Bluebeam Revu, Bentley Products (WaterCAD, SewerCAD, Hammer), and/or InfoWater.
• Possesses an understanding of state, local, and private utility engineering requirements.

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects and company‑sponsored activities.

This dedication begins with supporting a work‑life balance through a generous compensation package that includes company‑paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short‑ and long‑term disability insurance; life insurance; a company‑matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education, a free in‑house resource for hundreds of educational and self‑enrichment courses, a mentorship program, a wellness program, a Women’s Organization, and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals so we can help you Accelerate Your Success!