Senior Civil Engineer - Wastewater

Solid Rock Recruiting LLC; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Solid Rock Recruiting is seeking a Water/Waste Water Engineer to join our client’s team in Sioux Falls, SD. The ideal candidate is a licensed PE with expertise in planning, designing, and managing water-related infrastructure and systems.

We offer leadership opportunities in the water/wastewater department and potential future ownership stakes. The role requires strong project management skills, collaboration, and a drive to deliver high-quality water projects on time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, or water resources engineering (advanced degrees/ certifications beneficial).
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in SD or eligible for licensure.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant water engineering experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct studies to assess water needs, analyze data, and design reservoirs, pumping stations, water treatment plants, and distribution networks.
• Oversee full lifecycle of water projects: budgeting, scheduling, coordination with teams, contractors, consultants, and agencies.
• Ensure safe drinking water by designing treatment processes, monitoring quality, and implementing pollution control measures.
• Prepare design drawings, specs, reports, and tender documents; manage bids and proposals.

Skills

Water resources engineering

Project management

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil/environmental/water resources engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Water modeling software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Water/Waste Water Engineer - Sioux Falls, SD

PE Required

Solid Rock Recruiting is looking for a candidate to join a full-service engineering, EPC, landscape architecture, and land surveying firm with experience serving communities and private clients across the region. We are currently seeking a Water/Waste Water Engineer to join our growing team in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

This role is ideal for a licensed professional engineer who specializes in the planning, design, and management of water-related infrastructure and systems. They should be passionate about water-related projects and ready to lead project teams in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

This role will have the opportunity to lead our water/wastewater department and have future opportunities to receive ownership stake in the company.

Key Responsibilities

In this position, you will:

• Conduct studies to assess water needs, analyze population and demand data, and design infrastructure such as storage reservoirs, pumping stations, water treatment plants, and distribution networks
• Oversee the full lifecycle of water projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and coordination with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, consultants, and government agencies
• Ensure safe drinking water by designing and managing treatment processes, monitoring water quality, and implementing pollution control measures
• Prepare design drawings, specifications, technical reports, and tender documents; manage bids and proposals for water-related projects
• Assist with or function as the Project Manager for the design and development of water-related projects
• Assist with contract administration for water-related projects
• Provide project oversight to ensure on-time delivery and high-quality results
• Develop and strengthen relationships with both new and existing clients

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor\'s degree in civil, environmental, or water resources engineering; advanced degrees or certifications are beneficial
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in South Dakota or eligible for licensure
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant water engineering experience is preferred
• Proficiency in design codes, water modeling software, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Self-motivated and able to work independently or in a small team setting
• Proven record of successful, long-term employment