Senior Water/Wastewater Design Engineer

AH Engineering Consultants; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

AH Engineering Consultants is seeking a Senior Water/Wastewater Design Engineer to join our environmental engineering team in the Virginia area. The ideal candidate is a licensed Professional Engineer with 10+ years of municipal water and wastewater design experience, capable of leading projects and coordinating with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

You will lead design activities for treatment facilities, pump stations, storage and pipelines; prepare or review reports, drawings and cost

Qualifications

• PE license required and 10+ years in municipal water/wastewater design.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• Experience leading design projects and coordinating teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and design of water and wastewater facilities, pumps, storage, and pipelines.
• Prepare or review reports, specifications, drawings, and cost estimates.
• Manage design projects and support bidding and construction; coordinate with clients and regulators.
• Provide technical leadership, design oversight, and QC for deliverables.
• Assist permitting and regulatory compliance for municipal projects.
• Mentor junior engineers and support team development.
• Participate in client meetings, proposals, and business development.
• Assist scheduling, budgeting, and resource planning.

Skills

Water/wastewater design

Project management

Client coordination

Regulatory knowledge

Leadership

Written communication

Education

Bachelor in Civil/Environmental Eng

PE license

Job description

AH Engineering Consultants is a dynamic, results-oriented environmental engineering and consulting firm founded in 1996 and headquartered in Newport News, Virginia, with offices in Virginia Beach, VA, Jacksonville, FL, and Hampstead, NC. Specializing in practical, tailored solutions for complex challenges, AH brings deep expertise across drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, petroleum storage tank, and geospatial services.

Senior Water/Wastewater Design Engineer

Newport News, VA; Virginia Beach, VA; Jacksonville, FL; Hampstead, NC - Regular Full-Time

We are seeking a talented and motivated Senior Water/Wastewater Design Professional to join our consulting team. The ideal candidate is a licensed Professional Engineer with 10+ years of experience delivering planning and design solutions for municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This role offers the opportunity to lead meaningful projects, collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams, and help shape critical community infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and design of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including treatment facilities, pump stations, storage systems, pipelines, and related utility improvements
• Prepare or oversee engineering reports, technical specifications, construction drawings, and cost estimates
• Manage projects through design and provide support during bidding and construction phasesCoordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, subconsultants, and internal multidisciplinary teams
• Provide technical leadership, design oversight, and quality control for project deliverables
• Support permitting and regulatory compliance for municipal water and wastewater projects
• Mentor junior engineers and technical staff and contribute to team development
• Participate in client meetings, proposal development, and business development efforts
• Assist with project scheduling, budgeting, and resource planning

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• 10+ years of experience in water/wastewater engineering design, preferably in a consulting environment
• Strong experience with municipal water and wastewater systems design
• Proven ability to prepare plans, specifications, engineering reports, and design calculations
• Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal regulations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines effectively

At AH, we believe our greatest asset is our people. We are always searching for talented engineers and scientists who share our commitment to listening closely to clients, understanding their needs deeply, and delivering sound, innovative solutions. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, support opportunities for continuing education and professional development, and foster a collaborative environment where high performers are recognized and rewarded. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact on the environment and communities we serve, we invite you to explore a career with AH.