Senior Municipal Engineer

Ayres Associates; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ayres Associates is seeking a Senior Municipal Engineer to lead and design municipal water and wastewater systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in utility design, project management, and client relations. Join a nationally recognized workplace committed to innovation and excellence, offering a supportive environment for professional development.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Disability and life insurance

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and 401K with company match

PTO, paid holidays, and flexible work schedule

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 15+ years of municipal utility design and construction experience.
• Ability to independently manage small to medium projects.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead and collaborate on municipal government projects.
• Design municipal water and/or wastewater systems.
• Manage projects ensuring timely, profitable, and quality work.

Skills

Utility design

Project management

Client relations

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) registration

Job description

Join to apply for the Senior Municipal Engineer role at Ayres Associates.

Ayres is seeking a senior municipal water and/or wastewater engineer with a proven track record of technical design and managing municipal utility projects. The successful candidate will have expertise in utility design, water/wastewater distribution and collection systems, and utility relocation projects, with experience in project management, client relations, permitting, design, specification and contract preparation, and construction management.

Become part of a nationally recognized USA Today Top Workplace! We are committed to collaboration and continuous improvement, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation.

On Any Given Day, You’ll

• Lead and collaborate on municipal government projects.
• Design municipal water and/or wastewater systems, including distribution, pumping, storage, treatment, and processes.
• Manage projects, oversee design and regulatory submissions, ensuring timely, profitable, and quality work.
• Build and maintain respectful relationships within the team and with clients.
• Support staff development and mentorship.
• Engage in professional organizations to maintain and share technical knowledge.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited university.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Wisconsin or Minnesota.
• 15+ years of municipal utility design and construction experience.
• Ability to independently manage small to medium projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver’s license with a good driving record.

Desired Skills and Experiences

• Experience with water and wastewater treatment facilities, especially in smaller communities.
• Experience working with a team of employee-owners to ensure work quality and standards.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and 401K with company match.
• PTO, paid holidays, and flexible work schedule.
• Professional development opportunities.

Note: Benefits vary by job status. More details at our website.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and IT
• Industry: Civil Engineering