Senior Water/Wastewater Project Engineer (PE)

Volkert, Inc.; Rockwall (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Medical, Dental, & Vision

401(k) with employer matching

PTO and holidays

Life/AD&D insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Wellness incentives

Student Debt Retirement Match

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Volkert, Inc. is seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater Project Engineer to support our Southwest Region in Louisiana or Texas. A Professional Civil Engineering License is required, with 5–10 years of relevant experience.

The role involves designing water/wastewater systems, pump stations, and treatment facilities, managing projects, and coordinating with CAD staff, interns, and inspectors. Strong communication and budgeting skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Valid Professional Engineer license (P.E.).
• 5–10 years of relevant engineering design experience.

Responsibilities

• Design water transmission and distribution systems, pumping stations, and treatment facilities.
• Develop site plans including grading, drainage, and utilities.
• Manage project tasks, design, permitting, and construction coordination with staff and inspectors.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external clients to complete projects.
• Produce quality plan sets and adhere to Volkert’s QA/QC policy.
• Ensure designs stay within client budgets.
• Attend meetings and communicate with clients and regulatory agencies.
• Exhibit strong project management, monitoring budgets and schedules.

Skills

P.E. licensure

Hydraulic modeling

Project management

Strong communication

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Tools

WaterCAD

WaterGEMS

SewerGEMS

InfoWater

Job description

Volkert, Inc. is seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater Project Engineer to support our Southwest Region in Louisiana or Texas. A Professional Civil Engineering License is required, with 5–10 years of relevant experience.

The role involves designing water/wastewater systems, pump stations, and treatment facilities, managing projects, and coordinating with CAD staff, interns, and inspectors. Strong communication and budgeting skills are essential.