Water Project Engineer

North Texas Municipal Water; Wylie (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) seeks a Project Engineer with strong project management experience and a Texas PE license or ability to obtain one within six months. The role focuses on delivering capital improvement projects in water and wastewater infrastructure, coordinating with multiple departments and ensuring regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years’ relevant experience, proficiency with design software and MS Office, and the ability to lead design and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Texas Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Minimum 2 years with PE or 6 years progressive PM experience on water/wastewater projects.
• Experience with design reports, plans, specs and project documentation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and design/scheduling tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and construction management for capital improvement projects from inception to startup.
• Act as project leader for major water/wastewater initiatives ensuring NTMWD standards and regulatory compliance.
• Review design reports, plans and specifications for completeness and accuracy.
• Maintain accurate project records in NTMWD systems and prepare cost updates.
• Coordinate with Operations and other departments for tie-ins and shutdowns.
• Oversee startup, testing, commissioning and final record drawings.
• Manage special projects and assist in professional services contracts selection.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's in Civil/Environmental/Mechanical Engineering

Texas PE license or ability to obtain

Tools

MS Office

Engineering design software

Scheduling software

Job description

Posted Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 5:00 AM

North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) provides vital wholesale water, wastewater and solid waste management services to more than two million people who call North Texas their home. Our culture is deeply ingrained in our core values of Integrity, Trust, Respect, Unity, Service, and Teamwork (ITRUST). Our employees will tell you they feel a sense of purpose and have a daily opportunity to make a positive impact on the cities we serve by helping to provide services that their residents and businesses need to thrive. We offer an array of excellent benefits, including comprehensive health and wellness packages, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, and a robust pension plan to help secure our employees’ financial future. If you are looking for a rewarding, long‑term career where you can make a meaningful impact on the North Texas region, look no further than NTMWD!

Position Summary

At NTMWD, the Project Engineer functions as a design and construction manager in the delivery of our Capital Improvements Plan projects. Our core business is water and wastewater treatment and conveyance infrastructure, but project assignments could also include solid waste and other special projects, as needed. The project engineer position is a next level opportunity for the engineering professional with technical expertise and more than 5 years’ experience looking to advance their professional development into managing projects from concept through construction. The Project Engineer works under the direction of an Engineering Program Manager and fills a critical role in our organization as the position that leads the delivery of the majority projects for our organization. The Project Engineer position offers an opportunity for increased responsibility and career development, and includes potential promotional opportunities based on professional achievements and tenure. The Project Engineer is distinguished from our Associate Engineer position by the size and complexity of the project assignment, level of autonomy in making engineering decisions, professional accreditation (Texas Professional Engineer license required), and experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs project management functions supporting the delivery of capital improvement projects from inception, throughout the lifespan of the project: design, procurement, construction to startup, commissioning and handover to Operations team.
• Performs role of project leader for design and construction of major water and wastewater projects ensuring conformance with NTMWD standards, operational needs, and regulatory requirements.
• Reviews design reports, plans and specifications for completeness and technical accuracy.
• Maintains accurate project records in NTMWD’s project management system including correspondence, reports, design documents, schedule and project cost updates.
• Participates in and documents project meetings including design review meetings and construction progress meetings.
• Manages construction project delivery with focus on project quality, schedule and cost control including review of submittals, RFIs, change orders, payment applications, and field observation reports.
• Coordinates with Operations, Maintenance, and other NTMWD departments to address operational impacts and assist with tie‑ins and facility shutdowns.
• Manages completion of project including start‑up, testing, and commissioning and review of final record drawings.
• Performs and/or manages special projects and studies needed.
• Tasked with leading project chartering meetings, developing requests for interviews and possible participation in the selection of professional services contracts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Education & Experience:

• Degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or other related engineering field received from an accredited college or university.
• Possession of a Professional Engineering registration for a minimum of two years or a minimum of 6 years progressive experience in project management of water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Possession of a Texas Professional Engineer (PE) license, or current licensure as a Professional Engineer in another state and the ability to obtain Texas PE licensure within six (6) months from the date of hire.
• Experience in water/wastewater process, treatment, pumping, collection (wastewater), transmission (water) pipeline design and construction; or electrical experience with medium voltage and low voltages systems for industrial infrastructure.
• Experience utilizing engineering design and project management software.
• Requires a valid Texas Driver’s License.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office Suite of products including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Prior experience or familiarity with project management, scheduling, estimating, modeling software, and design software platforms are preferred.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Effective written and verbal communications skills for interacting with technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

Environmental and Physical Working Conditions

Driving a District vehicle for business will be required. Employees required to drive as part of their job duties are responsible for maintaining a current, valid, and vehicle - appropriate driver' s license of their resident state.

Moderate physical labor and considerable mental attention required with some eyestrain. Generally desirable conditions with some outside visits to work‑sites with varying environmental conditions. Considerable time can be spent working with and viewing a computer screen. Considerable time viewing plans, specifications and reading reports and correspondence. Time will be spent at construction sites, traversing rough terrain, climbing stairs and ladders to access structures. Equipment used includes calculators, computers and some field survey equipment.

Thank you for considering a career with us! We value diversity, equal opportunity, and a positive work environment. We are committed to providing a rewarding and fulfilling career with opportunities for growth and development. If you are passionate about making a difference and contributing to a dynamic and growing organization, we want to hear from you.