Senior Wastewater Engineer

Solid Rock Recruiting LLC; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Solid Rock Recruiting is seeking a Water/Wastewater Engineer to join our Sioux Falls team. The successful candidate will lead planning, design, and management of water-related infrastructure in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.

Requirements include a PE license (SD or eligible), a Bachelor's in civil/environmental/water resources engineering, and 10+ years of water engineering experience. Proficiency in AutoCAD, water modeling, and MS Office is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, or water resources engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in SD or eligible for licensure.
• 10+ years of relevant water engineering experience preferred.
• Proficiency in design codes, water modeling software, AutoCAD, MS Office.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct studies to assess water needs and design storage, pumping and distribution systems.
• Oversee full lifecycle of water projects including budgeting and scheduling.
• Ensure safe drinking water through treatment design and quality monitoring.
• Prepare designs, specifications, reports and tender documents; manage bids.
• Assist as Project Manager for water-related projects and contracts.
• Provide project oversight to ensure on-time delivery and quality.
• Develop relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

PE License

Water resources design

Project management

AutoCAD

Water modeling software

Education

Bachelor's in civil/environmental/water resources

Tools

AutoCAD

Water modeling software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Water/Wastewater Engineer - Sioux Falls, SD

PE Required

Solid Rock Recruiting is looking for a candidate to join a full-service engineering, EPC, landscape architecture, and land surveying firm with experience serving communities and private clients across the region. We are currently seeking a Water/Wastewater Engineer to join our growing team in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

This role is ideal for a licensed professional engineer who specializes in the planning, design, and management of water‑related infrastructure and systems. They should be passionate about water‑related projects and ready to lead project teams in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

In this position, you will:

• Conduct studies to assess water needs, analyze population and demand data, and design infrastructure such as storage reservoirs, pumping stations, water treatment plants, and distribution networks
• Oversee the full lifecycle of water projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and coordination with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, consultants, and government agencies
• Ensure safe drinking water by designing and managing treatment processes, monitoring water quality, and implementing pollution control measures
• Prepare design drawings, specifications, technical reports, and tender documents; manage bids and proposals for water‑related projects
• Assist with or function as the Project Manager for the design and development of water‑related projects
• Assist with contract administration for water‑related projects
• Provide project oversight to ensure on‑time delivery and high‑quality results
• Develop and strengthen relationships with both new and existing clients

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, or water resources engineering; advanced degrees or certifications are beneficial
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in South Dakota or eligible for licensure
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant water engineering experience is preferred
• Proficiency in design codes, water modeling software, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Self‑motivated and able to work independently or in a small team setting
• Proven record of successful, long‑term employment