Senior Water Engineer — Hybrid, Lead Hydraulic Modeling

Baxter & Woodman; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Employee Stock Ownership program

Flexible work arrangements

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Baxter & Woodman seeks a Senior Water Utility Engineer to advance water systems modeling, master planning, and design for municipal clients in Illinois. You will lead project teams, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure high-quality outcomes across budgets and schedules.

Ideal candidates bring 6+ years in potable water analytics, ArcGIS and WaterGEMS/InfoWater Pro expertise, strong writing, and a willingness to travel within Illinois while delivering exceptional client service.

Qualifications

• 4-year B.S. degree in Civil Engineering.
• Illinois P.E. License required (or ability to obtain through reciprocity).
• 6+ years of experience in potable water system analysis and design.
• Expertise in potable water hydraulic modeling, including master planning.
• Experience with ArcGIS and WaterGEMS and/or InfoWater Pro.
• Travel throughout Illinois service areas and attend meetings as required.
• Excellent technical writing and strong verbal/organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop hydraulic models of water distribution systems.
• Lead advanced hydraulic modeling for infrastructure planning and operations.
• Lead preparation of water system master plans.
• Evaluate and design potable water facilities and water mains.
• Manage water distribution system study and design projects.
• Perform quality control reviews of water models, reports, and designs.
• Lead project teams of engineers and support staff.
• Prepare plans and specifications for construction.
• Represent the firm at municipal meetings.
• Prepare competitive proposals and participate in interviews.
• Develop business in the Chicagoland area.

Skills

Hydraulic modeling

Technical writing

Project leadership

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Travel readiness

Education

B.S. Civil Engineering

Illinois P.E. license / reciprocity

Tools

ArcGIS

WaterGEMS

InfoWater Pro

Job description

Baxter & Woodman seeks a Senior Water Utility Engineer to advance water systems modeling, master planning, and design for municipal clients in Illinois. You will lead project teams, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure high-quality outcomes across budgets and schedules.

Ideal candidates bring 6+ years in potable water analytics, ArcGIS and WaterGEMS/InfoWater Pro expertise, strong writing, and a willingness to travel within Illinois while delivering exceptional client service.