Project Municipal Engineer

Pennoni; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennoni in Philadelphia, PA is seeking a Project Engineer to lead water and wastewater projects on a full-time, direct basis at our Philadelphia office.

You will manage design and permitting, serve as Engineer of Record on select projects, perform inspections, prepare reports, and contribute to master planning efforts across municipal infrastructure.

A B.S. in Civil or Environmental Engineering and 6+ years of relevant experience are required; professional licensure (PE) is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering is required.
• 6+ years of professional engineering experience, preferably with infrastructure/utility projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead water and wastewater projects for municipal clients in Pennsylvania.
• Provide design, permitting, and project management support; act as Engineer of Record on select projects.
• Prepare engineering reports and assist with feasibility studies and master planning.
• Coordinate with teams on budgets, schedules, and deliverables; support public meetings as needed.
• Perform construction inspection when required and contribute to project coordination.

Skills

Project management

Teamwork

Communication

Organization

Multi-tasking

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

ArcGIS / ArcInfo

InfoSWMM

HydroCAD

OpenFlows WaterCAD

WaterGEMS

SewerGEMS

MS Office

Job description

Pennoni is hiring! In particular, we are looking for a Project Engineer to help lead our water & wastewater projects on a full-time, direct basis at our office in Philadelphia, PA.

Primary Responsibilities

• Work on a variety of wet utilities (water / wastewater) projects; this includes municipal engineering for Pennsylvania municipalities (including subdivision & land development reviews, road rehabilitation, stormwater management / MS4, capital improvements, grant writing, and attendance at public meetings).
• Contribute to infrastructure planning efforts; this includes providing recommendations & cost estimates, coordinating feasibility studies, and developing solutions.
• Serve as our Engineer of Record on design/construction activities for plants and/or pipeline projects.
• Preparation of engineering reports.
• Work on project design and permitting.
• Coordinate master planning-related tasks.
• Perform (outdoor) construction inspection work, when needed.
• Additional tasks may be assigned, as needed.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering-oriented discipline (preferably Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering).
• 6+ years of professional experience working in Engineering, preferably with infrastructure / utility projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• PE
• Experience working on infrastructure / utility projects, especially with wet utilities.
• Project management experience (i.e.: preparing & managing budgets while overseeing project schedules / ensuring timely completion) is a plus!
• Experience working on design and permitting activities.
• Experience working with water resources (such as stream and waterway restoration) is a plus!
• Proficiency with engineering tools (e.g.: CADD, GIS, analytical programs, etc.); experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and ArcGIS / ArcInfo is preferred.
• Experience with H&H tools (e.g.: InfoSWWM, HydroCAD, OpenFlows WaterCAD, WaterGEMS, & SewerGEMS) is a plus!
• Proficiency on all standard Microsoft Office software applications (especially Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Proven ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision while displaying a positive attitude.
• Excellent organizational skills, especially with a proven ability to work in a self-motivated manner while effectively multi-tasking and prioritizing multiple assignments.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written); technical writing skills are strongly preferred!

Why Pennoni?

At Pennoni, we're not just another multi-disciplinary engineering firm; we're a vibrant team of innovators shaping the future! Founded more than five decades ago, Pennoni is an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm where individuality sparks innovation and growth. We’re all about helping you build your career while fostering a great workplace culture – here, you'll work with supportive, talented teammates and find pride in your contributions. Join us to be part of a team that values your unique skills and drives excellence in every project!

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