Senior Civil Water Engineer

SEH; North Carolina; On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

SEH is seeking a Senior Civil Water Engineer to join our Water/Wastewater team in the United States, open to candidates in Virginia or North Carolina. You will lead the planning, design, and delivery of water infrastructure projects, including treatment, pumping, conveyance, storage, and distribution, while maintaining strong client partnerships.

As an employee-owned firm, SEH emphasizes mentorship, cross-functional collaboration, and growth through proposals and market presence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, or related engineering field.
• Professional Engineer registration.
• Significant experience leading the design and delivery of water and/or wastewater treatment and conveyance projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for planning, design, and delivery of water infrastructure projects including treatment, pumping, conveyance, storage, and distribution.
• Serve as a senior client partner, maintaining long-term relationships and supporting clients from planning through delivery.
• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of engineers and designers, setting technical direction and fostering a high-performing, collaborative culture.
• Guide development of creative and resilient solutions to complex water challenges.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to identify and manage project risk, ensure quality, and drive consistent project outcomes.
• Support practice growth through proposals and expansion of client relationships and market presence.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, or related engineering field

Job description

Imagine being an employee-owner of a company guided by engaged and empowered team members like yourself. Where a culture of respect, flexibility, and accountability aren't just ideals - they're our foundation, and diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued as drivers of innovation and growth. Join us, as together, we are Building a Better World for All of Us®.

You belong at SEH

SEH is currenting searching for a Senior Civil Water Engineer to join our talented Water/Wastewater team!

Why Our Employee-owners Love SEH

• "I was on vacation last week and had zero concerns that my colleagues would help out with anything that came into my inbox!" – GIS Analyst
• "What company has a CEO who cares enough to seek out one‑on‑one conversations ranging from 'How are you?' to 'What do you think would help the company?' SEH, that's who. " – Civil Engineering Technician
• "Having the feeling that my voice matters and believing that SEH truly cares about the employees is so satisfying!" – Sr Financial Analyst
• "It feels good having colleagues and supervisors that provide support and resources for growth and learning!" – Civil Engineer
• "This is the first company I've worked for with a true entrepreneurial spirit." – Sr Mechanical Engineer

Why You’ll Love SEH

• Collaborate on amazing projects of varying size and complexity that positively impact communities
• Being 100% employee‑owned means we all share in the company’s success
• Career development through continued education, licensure/certification, skills, and technical training
• Work arrangements that promote work/life balance
• Flexible holidays enable individuals to tailor their festivities
• Paid Family Leave provides time to care for loved ones, whether family by birth or family by choice

This Opportunity

• This opportunity is open to candidates located in the states of Virginia or North Carolina
• Provide overall leadership for the planning, design, and delivery of water infrastructure projects, including treatment, pumping, conveyance, storage, and distribution systems
• Serve as a senior client partner, maintaining long‑term relationships and supporting clients from project planning through delivery and beyond
• Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of engineers and designers, setting technical direction and fostering a high‑performing, collaborative culture
• Guide the development of creative and resilient solutions to complex water challenges
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to identify and manage project risk, ensure quality, and drive consistent project outcomes
• Support practice growth through proposal development, strategic pursuits, and expansion of client relationships and market presence

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, or related engineering field
• Professional Engineer registration
• Significant experience leading the design and delivery of water and or wastewater treatment and conveyance projects

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated success overseeing complex, multidisciplinary project portfolios, balancing strategic vision with operational execution
• Prior experience in, or strong alignment with, an employee‑owned organization, embracing shared accountability for growth, profitability, and legacy

Who We Are

Better Places. Clean Water. Renewing Infrastructure. Improving Mobility. SEH is an employee‑owned engineering, architectural, planning, and environmental company, offering a wide variety of services. We've been helping government, industrial, and commercial clients find solutions to complex challenges since 1927. Our 900+ employee‑owners across the US unite behind our core purpose of Building a Better World for All of Us®.

Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $140,000 and $180,000 based on skill set and experience. Check out our full benefits package at SEH Hiring Journey.

Due to current business and operational considerations, unable to hire employees residing in the following states at this time: AK, AR, CA, CT, DE, HI, KY, MA, RI, VT, and PR. Candidates willing to relocate should indicate this in their application.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

SEH is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

We take affirmative action to ensure that all employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities.

Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.

Notice to Third Party Agencies:

SEH does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by SEH’s Talent Director, SEH reserves the right to pursue and hire these candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.