Project Municipal Engineer

pennoniexternalcareers; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennoni is seeking a Project Engineer to lead water and wastewater projects from our Philadelphia office on a full-time basis. You will work on municipal reviews, feasibility studies, and utility design, serving as Engineer of Record on select projects.

The role requires a Civil or Environmental Engineering background with 6+ years of experience, plus proficiency in CAD/GIS tools and regulatory permitting. PE is preferred, and collaboration with a team is essential for successful project

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering required.

Responsibilities

• Work on wet utilities (water/wastewater) projects and municipal reviews.
• Contribute to infrastructure planning with feasibility studies and cost estimates.
• Serve as Engineer of Record on design/construction for plants or pipelines.
• Prepare engineering reports and assist in design and permitting.
• Coordinate master planning tasks and conduct outdoor construction inspections.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Environmental Engineering

Project Management

Teamwork

Communication

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

PE license

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

ArcGIS

InfoSWMM

HydroCAD

WaterGEMS

SewerGEMS

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!

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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