Project Engineer – Water/Wastewater (Cary, NC & Charlotte, NC)

Cjsconveyance; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

CJS Conveyance is seeking a motivated engineer to support senior staff on water and wastewater conveyance projects across North Carolina, including Cary and Charlotte. The role involves design, permitting, and construction administration with opportunity to grow responsibilities.

The position requires a Civil/Environmental Engineering degree (MS preferred) and 2–5 years of relevant experience. AutoCAD/Civil 3D proficiency, GIS skills, and NC licensure or progress toward it are desired.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering; MS a plus.
• 2–5 years in water/wastewater or land development engineering.
• On track for (registered EI) or licensed P.E. in NC (or ability to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Lead internal tasks for deliverable production.
• Prepare technical reports and preliminary evaluations.
• Participate in project meetings with senior engineers.
• Develop design documents including plans, specs, and contract documents.
• Perform engineering analyses using software and textbook calculations.
• Prepare regulatory permit applications and coordinate with review agencies.
• Prepare opinions of probable construction cost.
• Assist with bid phase services and construction administration.
• Develop innovative solutions based on training and experience.
• Participate in proposals and client presentations.

Skills

Verbal communication

Technical writing

GIS

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Education

Bachelors in Civil or Environmental Engineering

MS preferred

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Location: Cary, NC and Charlotte, NC

CJS Conveyance is seeking a motivated candidate to assist senior engineering staff with water and wastewater conveyance projects throughout the state of North Carolina. A successful candidate will be involved in the development and execution of projects that include large diameter gravity sewer, water transmission mains, urban water and sewer replacements, elevated storage tanks, and pumping stations. Experience with leading internal tasks and a strong desire to learn and take on more responsibility are desired. Also, a successful candidate would be involved in interactions with clients, regulatory agencies, other consultants, contractors, and the public and should be able to represent CJS Conveyance comfortably in these interactions. Typical projects to be performed include preliminary studies and facility sizing, detailed design, regulatory approval, bid phase services, and construction administration. Our philosophy is to include team members throughout the entirety of a project lifecycle, i.e. from concept development through construction. The position would be full-time with flexible hours and comprehensive benefits.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Work as an integral part of the highly motivated and responsive CJS team, leading internal tasks for deliverable production
• Perform preliminary engineering evaluations and prepare technical reports
• Participate in project meetings with senior engineers
• Develop design documents including plans, specifications, and contract documents
• Perform engineering analyses using engineering software and textbook calculations
• Prepare regulatory permit applications and coordinate with review agencies
• Prepare opinions of probable construction cost
• Assist with bid phase services and construction administration
• Develop innovative solutions based on training and experience
• Participate in the preparation of proposals and presentations to clients

Position Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering from an accredited university (M.S. is a plus)
• 2-5 years of experience in water/wastewater engineering and/or land development engineering
• On track for (registered EI) or already holding a registration as a Licensed Professional Engineer in North Carolina (or ability to obtain).
• AutoCad Experience (Civil 3D preferred)
• GIS proficiency or demonstrated aptitude to learn while doing
• Strong verbal communication and technical writing skills
• Valid driver’s license