Senior Water/Wastewater Design Engineer – PE Leader

Lever, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

AH Engineering Consultants is seeking a Senior Water/Wastewater Design Engineer to lead municipal water and wastewater projects across Newport News, VA; Virginia Beach, VA; Jacksonville, FL; Hampstead, NC.

The ideal candidate is a licensed Professional Engineer with 10+ years of design experience; responsibilities include leading projects, preparing reports, coordinating with clients and regulators, mentoring staff, and supporting business development.

Qualifications

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

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 phases.
• Coordinate 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.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Project management

Multitasking

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

AH Engineering Consultants is seeking a Senior Water/Wastewater Design Engineer to lead municipal water and wastewater projects across Newport News, VA; Virginia Beach, VA; Jacksonville, FL; Hampstead, NC.

The ideal candidate is a licensed Professional Engineer with 10+ years of design experience; responsibilities include leading projects, preparing reports, coordinating with clients and regulators, mentoring staff, and supporting business development.