Senior Engineer - Water/Wastewater

Ardurra; Saint Augustine, Northern (FL, KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardurra is seeking a Senior Engineer - Water/Wastewater to lead and support projects in St. Augustine, FL. The role focuses on planning, design, and management of water and wastewater systems, ensuring regulatory compliance and delivering innovative solutions.

The ideal candidate holds a PE license, 10+ years of experience in water/wastewater engineering, and strong leadership plus communication skills to mentor staff and collaborate with clients and agencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or related Engineering field (Master’s preferred).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required, or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 10+ years of experience in water and wastewater engineering, with a proven track record in project design and management.
• Strong knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes, hydraulic modeling, and infrastructure systems.
• Collaborative approach to leading and working within diverse, multidisciplinary project teams
• Familiarity with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software such as Visual Hydraulics, EFT Fathom, WaterGems.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, and management of water and wastewater treatment facilities, distribution systems, and collection systems.
• Conduct feasibility studies, prepare technical reports, and provide recommendations for infrastructure improvements.
• Develop detailed engineering designs, calculations, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Manage and mentor junior staff, providing technical guidance and professional development support.
• Coordinate and collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies to ensure project alignment with objectives and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Perform site assessments, inspections, and evaluations to identify project needs and potential challenges.
• Prepare proposals, budgets, schedules, and project scopes in alignment with organizational goals and client requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Visual Hydraulics

EFT Fathom

WaterGems

Job description

Ardurra is seeking a Senior Engineer - Water/Wastewater to join our team ideally in St. Augustine, FL.

We are a team-oriented and highly motivated group who strongly believe in and understands the importance of balancing work and personal life. Our recent awards, from Great Place to Work and Zweig Top Firms, are a testament to this value and the support we provide to our fellow team members. Our collaborative work environment and inclusive operating philosophy allow us to maintain a positive work culture while providing excellent service to our clients.

Primary Function:

This position will lead and support projects focused on water and wastewater systems. This role will play a critical part in delivering innovative engineering solutions, ensuring regulatory compliance, and contributing to sustainable water and wastewater infrastructure projects.

Primary Duties:

• Lead the planning, design, and management of water and wastewater treatment facilities, distribution systems, and collection systems.
• Conduct feasibility studies, prepare technical reports, and provide recommendations for infrastructure improvements.
• Develop detailed engineering designs, calculations, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Manage and mentor junior staff, providing technical guidance and professional development support.
• Coordinate and collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies to ensure project alignment with objectives and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Perform site assessments, inspections, and evaluations to identify project needs and potential challenges.
• Prepare proposals, budgets, schedules, and project scopes in alignment with organizational goals and client requirements.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or related Engineering field (Master’s preferred).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required, or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 10+ years of experience in water and wastewater engineering, with a proven track record in project design and management.
• Strong knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes, hydraulic modeling, and infrastructure systems.
• Collaborative approach to leading and working within diverse, multidisciplinary project teams
• Familiarity with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in engineering software tools such as hydraulic modeling software (Visual Hydraulics, EFT Fathom, WaterGems).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Why Ardurra?

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers.We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.

Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/

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