Project Water/Wastewater Pipeline Engineer

Arcadis; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 105,494 - 168,498; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401K

15 days PTO

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Poutrix seeks a Project Water/Wastewater Pipeline Engineer in Los Angeles, California. In this role, you will manage the design and delivery of pipeline projects, ensuring they meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor’s in civil/mechanical engineering, at least 6 years of relevant experience, and a PE license. Benefits include comprehensive medical plans and competitive salary ranging from $105,494 to $168,498, based on experience.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience in the design and delivery of water and/or wastewater pipeline projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in California or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the design and delivery of water and wastewater pipeline projects.
• Develop alignments and prepare detailed design drawings and specifications.
• Act as a technical point of contact for clients and attend meetings.

Skills

Design and delivery of water/wastewater pipeline projects

Hydraulic calculations

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Software proficiency (AutoCAD, Civil 3D)

Public agency coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil or mechanical engineering

Master’s degree in civil or mechanical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

InfoWater

WaterGEMS

SewerGEMS

Job description

Role Description

We are seeking a Project Water/Wastewater Pipeline Engineer to join our dynamic Water Business Line in Southern California. In this role, you will lead and support the planning, design, and construction of water and wastewater pipeline projects for municipal, utility, and private sector clients.

Role Accountabilities

As a Project Water/Wastewater Pipeline Engineer, you will lead and manage the design and delivery of water and wastewater pipeline projects, encompassing feasibility studies, preliminary and final design, as well as construction support. You will be responsible for developing alignments, performing hydraulic calculations, and preparing detailed design drawings and specifications for water, sewer, and recycled water pipelines.

Acting as a technical point of contact for clients, you will attend meetings and support business development activities. Collaboration is key, as you will work closely with multidisciplinary teams that include civil, structural, environmental, and construction management professionals. You will ensure that all deliverables meet Arcadis’ quality standards, client expectations, and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or mechanical engineering (or related discipline)
• 6+ years of relevant experience in the design and delivery of water and/or wastewater pipeline projects
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in California, or ability to obtain within 6 months

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in civil or mechanical engineering
• Proficiency with design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and hydraulic modeling tools (e.g., InfoWater, WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS)
• Proven experience coordinating with public agencies, utilities, and permitting authorities
• Experience with trenchless technologies, condition assessment, and rehabilitation of pipelines
• Experience supporting or leading construction administration
• Background in sustainability, climate resilience, and integrating digital tools (e.g., BIM 360, ArcGIS)
• Active involvement in professional organizations (e.g., ASCE, AWWA, WEF)

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Benefits

Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $105,494 - $168,498. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.