Senior Project Engineer Utilities III

Luxus; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development support

Job summary

CPH Corporation is hiring a Senior Project Engineer specializing in utilities. This role demands a licensed Professional Engineer to lead projects including water treatment and municipal utility work in Florida. Ideal candidates will have 5-7 years of relevant experience and strong AutoCAD skills.

The position offers a competitive salary of $85,000 – $125,000 annually, along with comprehensive benefits including bonuses, 401(k) matching, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field is essential.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 5–7 years of experience in civil or water/wastewater engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of engineering solutions for utility projects.
• Prepare and review engineering drawings, specifications, and calculations.
• Coordinate with project managers and internal teams on projects.

Skills

Water/wastewater engineering expertise

Strong communication skills

AutoCAD proficiency

Civil engineering principles

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

WaterCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Senior Project Engineer, Utilities (Level III)

Company Name: CPH Corporation
Location: Sanford, FL | Orange Park, FL | Orlando, FL | Panama City, FL
Project Focus: Water/Wastewater Treatment, Pipeline, Lift Station, Municipal Utilities, and Public Facility Projects
Work Setting: Full-Time | Integrated Multi-Disciplinary A/E Environment
Base Salary: $85,000 – $125,000 annually (DOE)
Total Compensation Package: Competitive salary, bonus potential, 401(k), comprehensive benefits, paid time off, professional development, and licensure support
Recruited Exclusively By: Luxus Group

Position Overview

This is a strong opportunity for a licensed Professional Engineer with water/wastewater expertise to step into a meaningful senior technical role within a full-service architecture and engineering firm. As a Senior Project Engineer, Utilities (Level III), you will lead the design and development of engineering solutions for pipeline, lift station, water treatment, wastewater treatment, and public facility projects across Florida.

This role is ideal for an engineer who wants technical ownership without being pulled completely away from design. You will contribute to high-quality plans, specifications, calculations, permitting support, and project documentation while working closely with project managers, senior engineers, and multi-disciplinary teams. For someone looking to grow toward higher-level project leadership, this position offers a clear advancement path while keeping you hands-on with meaningful municipal utility work.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of engineering solutions for water/wastewater, utility, and public facility projects
• Prepare and review engineering drawings, specifications, calculations, reports, and design documentation
• Support pipeline, lift station, water treatment, and wastewater treatment design efforts
• Develop plans and technical deliverables in compliance with applicable codes, standards, regulatory requirements, and client expectations
• Coordinate with project managers, senior engineers, designers, consultants, and internal technical teams
• Monitor project progress and assist with adjustments to maintain schedule, budget, and quality expectations
• Identify potential project risks and work with senior staff to develop practical mitigation strategies
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including reports, design changes, schedules, status updates, and technical records
• Communicate project status, risks, issues, and design decisions to project managers and clients
• Support QA/QC reviews to ensure technical accuracy, constructability, and compliance with project standards
• Participate in site visits, project coordination meetings, and client discussions as needed
• Contribute to the development of junior staff through technical guidance and project support

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related engineering discipline
• Licensure: Active Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Experience: 5–7 years of experience in civil, environmental, utility, or water/wastewater engineering
• Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of engineering principles related to pipeline, lift station, water treatment, and/or wastewater treatment design
• Software: AutoCAD proficiency required; familiarity with Deltek VantagePoint, Smartsheet, or similar project platforms preferred
• Project Delivery: Ability to prepare and review plans, specifications, calculations, reports, and technical documentation
• Communication: Strong interpersonal, written, organizational, and coordination skills
• Transportation: Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensure: Florida PE license or out-of-state PE with active Florida reciprocity application
• Municipal Experience: Experience supporting municipal utility, public works, or public-sector water/wastewater projects
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with FDEP permitting, AWWA standards, local utility authority requirements, or related regulatory processes
• Modeling Tools: Proficiency in WaterCAD, SewerCAD, Civil 3D, or similar engineering/modeling platforms
• Project Leadership: Interest in advancing toward Level IV, project management, or higher-level technical leadership
• Field Experience: Exposure to site visits, construction administration, utility coordination, or field investigations

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary with bonus potential
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development and licensure support
• Mentorship and advancement opportunities within a growing national A/E firm
• Clear pathway toward Level IV and future project leadership responsibilities

About CPH Corporation

CPH Corporation is a full-service architecture and engineering firm with approximately 400 professionals and offices nationwide. The firm delivers integrated design solutions across water/wastewater, transportation, municipal, environmental, facilities, architecture, and infrastructure markets. As part of the Trilon Group, CPH combines national resources with local expertise to serve public and private sector clients throughout Florida, the Southeast, and beyond.

Known for its collaborative culture and multi-disciplinary project delivery, CPH provides engineers with meaningful project exposure, mentorship, and long‑term advancement opportunities within a growing A/E organization.