Senior Engineer - Water Resources

Stratus®; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health Insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays & PTO

Job summary

Stratus® is seeking a Senior Engineer - Civil/Site to lead the design of civil/site and utility projects, with emphasis on water and wastewater systems. You will independently prepare plans, mentor junior staff, and coordinate with managers, clients, and agencies.

Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D is required, MicroStation is a plus, and a PE is preferred. The role demands strong collaboration across disciplines, client meetings, and adherence to standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or related field).
• 7+ years of progressive experience in civil/site and utility infrastructure design.
• Experience delivering public sector projects, including water and wastewater systems.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D (required).
• Ability to lead and mentor junior staff.
• Strong understanding of permitting and plan production workflows.

Responsibilities

• Prepare civil/site and utility design plans for public sector projects, including: Water distribution systems; Sanitary sewer collection systems; Pump stations and related infrastructure; Utility relocations and coordination; Site grading, drainage, and stormwater management.
• Develop plan sets, profiles, details, and technical drawings for construction documents.
• Coordinate permitting requirements and agency standards for public infrastructure projects.
• Lead and mentor junior engineering staff and CAD designers.
• Coordinate with project managers, clients, and agency stakeholders; participate in design reviews and utility coordination meetings.
• Produce full plan sets independently with QA/QC processes.

Skills

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Public sector project experience

Team leadership

Civil/site design

Water/wastewater design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

Job description

About Stratus

Stratus® is an integrated, multi-disciplinary engineering, architecture, interior design, and consulting firm. Consistently ranking among the Top 500 Design Firms in Engineering News-Record, the firm offers a deep bench of industry experts through a highly collaborative approach, delivering innovative solutions across the full project lifecycle. Operating coast to coast, Stratus® serves clients nationwide while maintaining a strategic commitment to supporting high-growth economies and building vibrant communities that foster the professional growth of its team. Serving public- and private-sector clients, the firm is dedicated to delivering the highest-quality service wherever projects take shape. Across the Civic, Commercial, Industrial, Transportation, Education, Water Resources, and Government sectors, we bring precision, insight, and purpose to every project, from targeted renovations to large-scale infrastructure. Stratus® designs spaces, systems, and solutions that perform, endure, and make an impact, delivering on our promise of Better Plans. Better Places .

Stratus® is an integrated, multi-disciplinary engineering, architecture, interior design, and consulting firm. Consistently ranking among the Top 500 Design Firms in Engineering News-Record, the firm offers a deep bench of industry experts through a highly collaborative approach, delivering innovative solutions across the full project lifecycle. Operating coast to coast, Stratus® serves clients nationwide while maintaining a strategic commitment to supporting high-growth economies and building vibrant communities that foster the professional growth of its team. Serving public- and private-sector clients, the firm is dedicated to delivering the highest-quality service wherever projects take shape. Across the Civic, Commercial, Industrial, Transportation, Education, Water Resources, and Government sectors, we bring precision, insight, and purpose to every project, from targeted renovations to large-scale infrastructure. Stratus® designs spaces, systems, and solutions that perform, endure, and make an impact, delivering on our promise of Better Plans. Better Places .

The Role

We are seeking a Senior Engineer - Civil/Site with strong public sector experience to support and lead the design of civil/site and utility infrastructure projects, with an emphasis on water and wastewater system design. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who can independently prepare plans, lead junior staff, and coordinate with project managers, clients, and agency stakeholders. The successful candidate will be highly proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D, comfortable working on complex site/utility projects, and capable of producing complete construction documents with minimal oversight. MicroStation experience is a plus, and a PE is preferred.

Responsibilities

Civil/Site & Utility Design

• Prepare civil/site and utility design plans for public sector projects, including:
  • Water distribution systems
  • Sanitary sewer collection systems
  • Pump stations and related infrastructure (as applicable)
  • Utility relocations and coordination
  • Site grading, drainage, and stormwater management
• Develop plan sets, profiles, details, and technical drawings for construction documents
• Perform design calculations and support preparation of technical specifications
• Coordinate permitting requirements and agency standards for public infrastructure projects

Project Execution & Coordination

• Support project managers in delivering projects on schedule and within budget
• Coordinate with internal disciplines, subconsultants, and external stakeholders
• Participate in client and agency meetings, including design reviews and utility coordination meetings
• Support field investigations and construction-phase services as needed

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor junior engineering staff and CAD designers
• Review work products for quality, accuracy, and adherence to standards
• Guide design approaches, drafting standards, and best practices
• Assist with workload planning and task delegation within project teams

Independent Production

• Prepare full plan sets independently, including:
  • Base mapping and layout
  • Alignments and profiles
  • Utility plan and profile sheets
  • Grading and drainage sheets
  • Erosion and sediment control plans
  • Construction details and notes
• Maintain organized design files and support QA/QC processes.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or related field)
• 7+ years of progressive experience in civil/site and utility infrastructure design
• Significant experience delivering public sector projects, including water and wastewater system design
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D (required)
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor junior staff
• Ability to prepare plans and construction documents independently with minimal oversight
• Strong understanding of civil engineering design standards, permitting, and plan production workflows
• Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate with project stakeholders

Preferred

• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred (or ability to obtain within a defined timeframe)
• MicroStation experience is a plus
• Experience with municipal clients, counties, water authorities, and/or state agencies
• Familiarity with Georgia standards and agency review processes (GDOT, local municipalities, etc.)
• Experience with construction administration support and responding to RFIs/submittals

Why you’ll love Stratus

• A team-oriented environment that values transparency, creativity, and shared success
• Meaningful career paths, leadership opportunities, and space to specialize
• Learning & Development – Education and Professional Licensing
• We believe flexible, hybrid work supports the balance and well-being our team deserves
• Excellent Health Care Programs – Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance options for employees, spouses, and dependents
• 401k Retirement Plan with employer match
• Paid Holidays & Competitive PTO plans

Interested in learning more about Stratus, please visit https://www.stratusteam.com/ .

Equal Opportunity Statement

Stratus is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Stratus Team’s management Team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.