Water Quality Engineer

Jobtailor; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Hanover, MD seeks an experienced water regulatory engineer to support national leaders in implementing drinking water standards. You will help address complex water quality challenges, oversee pilots, and perform detailed technical research.

The role requires a Master’s in Engineering and an EIT license, plus strong communication and data-analysis skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and mentor junior staff.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant experience including water quality, regulations, and research.
• Master’s Degree in Engineering and Engineering‑Training (EIT) license.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with digital tools and data analysis.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support national leaders in implementing National Primary Drinking Water Regulations.
• Contribute to strategic pursuits, programs and projects addressing water quality challenges.
• Assist with pilot testing and technology evaluations.
• Conduct in‑depth technical research on alternative water quality solutions.
• Prepare project scopes, work plans, budgets and schedules.
• Mentor junior staff members and communicate technical information.

Skills

Experience & regulations

Water quality

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Task management

Education

Master’s Degree in Engineering

EIT License

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support national leaders in the implementation of National Primary Drinking Water Regulations
• Contribute to strategic pursuits, programs, and projects addressing complex water quality challenges
• Assist with pilot testing and technology evaluations
• Conduct in-depth technical research on alternative water quality solutions
• Prepare project scopes, work plans, budgets, and schedules
• Mentor junior staff members
• Communicate technical information to colleagues and clients
• Submit abstracts for drinking water conferences and prepare presentations.

Requirements

• 5 years of relevant experience to include water quality, regulations, research
• Master’s degree in engineering and Engineering‑Training (EIT) license
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Prior experience in utilizing digital tools and data analysis
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple concurrent tasks
• Strong focus and attention to detail
• Strong critical thinking and reasoning skills.

Certifications & Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Engineering
• Engineering‑Training (EIT) License