Senior Civil Engineer - Water & Infrastructure Lead

CDM Smith; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 91,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith in the United States seeks an experienced engineer to lead complex design work including site layout, drainage, hydraulics, water distribution, and storage. You will guide junior staff, develop technical papers, and collaborate on proposals with sales teams.

The role requires a PE license, 7 years of related experience, and 20%–40% travel, with opportunities to shape projects and deliver world-class solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 7 years of related experience.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required; travel frequency varies by project.

Responsibilities

• Reviews draft designs for compliance with federal, state and local regulations.
• Performs site reviews to ensure designs align with location specifications.
• Contributes to firm technical papers and design documentation.
• Collaborates with sales staff to create proposals in response to RFPs.
• Meets with clients to review design needs and attend conferences to enhance visibility.

Skills

CADD 3D/4D software

Engineering design principles

Microsoft Office

Verbal and written communication

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

CADD software

Job description

CDM Smith in the United States seeks an experienced engineer to lead complex design work including site layout, drainage, hydraulics, water distribution, and storage. You will guide junior staff, develop technical papers, and collaborate on proposals with sales teams.

The role requires a PE license, 7 years of related experience, and 20%–40% travel, with opportunities to shape projects and deliver world-class solutions.