Wastewater Engineer, Entry Level

Jobtailor; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a wastewater engineering professional in Hartford, CT to design treatment plants, pumping stations, and collection systems. You will perform hydraulic and process modeling, and prepare reports and permit applications for regulatory compliance.

The role supports feasibility studies, cost estimates, and construction documents while coordinating with clients, agencies, and multidisciplinary teams. Field oversight and active project management experience are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or graduate degree in Environmental or Civil Engineering.
• Experience or coursework in wastewater engineering—pump stations, collection systems, or treatment is a strong plus.
• EIT preferred; a path toward PE licensure is a plus.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Civil 3D; exposure to HydroCAD, HEC-RAS or other hydrology/hydraulics modeling software is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Design wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations, and collection systems.
• Perform hydraulic and process modeling for wastewater systems.
• Prepare engineering reports, technical memorandums, and permit applications.
• Assist with feasibility studies, cost estimates, and construction documents.
• Coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, and multidisciplinary project teams.
• Support project management, including budgeting, scheduling, and client communication.
• Get out in the field for site visits, investigations, and construction oversight.

Skills

Wastewater Engineering

Process Modeling

Project Management

Client Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental or Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

HydroCAD

HEC-RAS

Job description

• Design wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations, and collection systems
• Perform hydraulic and process modeling for wastewater systems
• Prepare engineering reports, technical memorandums, and permit applications
• Assist with feasibility studies, cost estimates, and construction documents
• Coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, and multidisciplinary project teams
• Support project management, including budgeting, scheduling, and client communication
• Get out in the field for site visits, investigations, and construction oversight

Requirements

• Bachelor's (or graduate) degree in Environmental or Civil Engineering
• Coursework or internship experience in wastewater engineering — pump stations, collection systems, or treatment — is a strong plus, but we're glad to build on a solid foundation
• EIT preferred; a path toward PE licensure is a plus
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Civil 3D; exposure to HydroCAD, HEC-RAS, or other hydrology/hydraulics modeling software is a bonus, not a requirement

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in designing wastewater treatment plants and systems, including hydraulic and process modeling. Proficient in project management, client communication, and regulatory coordination, with a strong foundation in environmental or civil engineering.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Wastewater Treatment Plant Design
• Hydraulic Modeling
• Project Management
• AutoCAD
• EIT Certification

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Wastewater Engineering
• Process Modeling
• Feasibility Studies
• Cost Estimation
• Construction Documentation

Soft Skills

• Client Communication
• Team Coordination

Certifications & Qualifications

• EIT
• Path Toward PE Licensure

Industry Keywords

• Pumping Stations
• Collection Systems
• Regulatory Agencies
• Site Investigations
• Construction Oversight

Tools & Technologies

• Civil 3D
• HydroCAD
• HEC-RAS