Senior Water Resources Engineer

Cochran; Missouri; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

401(k) with 4% match

Generous PTO

7 major holidays

Education support

Job summary

Cochran seeks a Senior Water Project Engineer to join our Missouri team. You will support planning, design, and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure, working with project managers and engineers on municipal and utility projects from concept through construction.

The ideal candidate will have 3–8 years of experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and MS Office. PE licensure is preferred and the role involves collaboration across multiple locations in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• Engineer Intern (EI/EIT) certification preferred; Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure preferred.
• 3-8 years of experience in water/wastewater engineering or related infrastructure projects.
• Experience preparing engineering plans, specifications, reports, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and permitting processes.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, design, and execution of water distribution, wastewater collection, and treatment projects.
• Prepare engineering reports, design calculations, technical specifications, cost estimates, and construction documents.
• Develop drawings and models using AutoCAD Civil 3D and other software.
• Coordinate with project managers, clients, regulatory agencies, contractors, and internal teams.
• Support project scheduling, budgeting, and delivery efforts.
• Perform field investigations, site visits, and construction observations as needed.
• Review shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and contractor pay applications.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations and standards.
• Assist with grant applications, funding programs, and permitting requirements.
• Contribute to business development through proposals and client support.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Analytical problem solving

Team collaboration

Multi-project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

EI/EIT certification preferred; PE license preferred

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

Cochran is a growing civil engineering firm with 7 Missouri offices, offering services in construction administration, materials testing, architectural and geotechnical engineering, and land surveying. Serving both public and private sectors, Cochran’s expertise spans municipal, commercial, residential, transportation, water/wastewater, site development, retail, planning, and interior design.

With 120+ professionals, the firm delivers tailored solutions backed by deep expertise and is guided by core values of teamwork, excellence, quality, and trust—ensuring principal involvement and outstanding service throughout every project.

Cochran is looking for a Senior Water Project Engineer in any of their 7 locations (Union, St. Louis, Wentzville, Farmington, Ozark, Osage Beach, and KC) to join our team.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Senior Water Project Engineer to support the planning, design, and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This position will work closely with Project Managers and other engineering professionals on a variety of municipal and utility projects, from initial concept through construction. The ideal candidate will have strong technical abilities, excellent communication skills, and a desire to grow professionally while serving communities throughout Missouri.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the planning, design, and execution of water distribution, wastewater collection, and treatment projects.
• Prepare engineering reports, design calculations, technical specifications, cost estimates, and construction documents.
• Develop engineering drawings and models using AutoCAD Civil 3D and other design software.
• Coordinate with project managers, clients, regulatory agencies, contractors, and internal project teams.
• Support project scheduling, budgeting, and project delivery efforts.
• Perform field investigations, site visits, and construction observations as needed.
• Review shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and contractor pay applications.
• Ensure projects comply with applicable local, state, and federal regulations and engineering standards.
• Assist with grant applications, funding programs, and permitting requirements.
• Contribute to business development efforts through proposal preparation and client support activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• Engineer Intern (EI/EIT) certification preferred; Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain licensure preferred.
• 3-8 years of experience in water/wastewater engineering or related infrastructure projects.
• Experience preparing engineering plans, specifications, reports, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and permitting processes.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and work collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with municipal clients and public infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with Missouri DNR regulations and permitting processes.
• Experience with hydraulic modeling, treatment system design, or utility infrastructure planning.
• Working knowledge of funding programs and grant opportunities for public infrastructure projects.
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• 100% company paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance for employees, plus company deductible assistance
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Generous PTO plan and 7 major holidays
• Continuing education and professional development support

Cochran is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.