Water/Wastewater Design Engineer

Lever, Inc.; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

AH Engineering Consultants seeks a Water/Wastewater Design Engineer to join our environmental engineering team. You will work on municipal water and wastewater projects, from planning through design, with opportunities to interface with clients and regulatory agencies.

Ideal candidates have 2–10 years of experience, a BS in Civil or Environmental Engineering, and strong design and reporting capabilities. This full-time role is based in Virginia Beach/Newport News area with competitive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• 2–10 years of experience in water/wastewater design, preferably in consulting.
• Strong design, reports, calculations, and regulatory knowledge.
• Experience with municipal water and wastewater systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and design of water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Prepare or oversee engineering reports, specifications, drawings, and estimates.
• Manage projects through design and assist during bidding/construction.
• Coordinate with clients, regulators, subconsultants, and teams.
• Support permitting and regulatory compliance for municipal projects.
• Participate in client meetings, proposals, and business development.
• Assist with scheduling, budgeting, and resource planning.

Skills

Water/wastewater design

Project management

Regulatory compliance

Reports & calculations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering

Job description

Water/Wastewater Design Engineer

AH Engineering Consultants is a dynamic, results-oriented environmental engineering and consulting firm founded in 1996 and headquartered in Newport News, Virginia, with offices in Virginia Beach, VA, Jacksonville, FL, and Hampstead, NC. Specializing in practical, tailored solutions for complex challenges, AH brings deep expertise across drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, petroleum storage tank, and geospatial services.

Newport News, VA; Virginia Beach, VA; Jacksonville, FL; Hampstead, NC - Regular Full-Time

We are seeking a talented and motivated Water/Wastewater Design Engineer to join our consulting team. The ideal candidate has 2 to 10 years of experience delivering planning and design solutions for municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This role offers the opportunity to support meaningful projects, collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams, and help shape critical community infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Support 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.
• Support the coordination with clients, regulatory agencies, subconsultants, and internal multidisciplinary teams.
• Support permitting and regulatory compliance for municipal water and wastewater projects.
• Participate in client meetings, proposal development, and business development efforts.
• Assist with project scheduling, budgeting, and resource planning.

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• 2-10 years of experience in water/wastewater engineering design, preferably in a consulting environment.
• Strong experience with municipal water and wastewater systems design.
• Proven ability to prepare plans, specifications, engineering reports, and design calculations.
• Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines effectively.

$80,000 - $140,000 a year

At AH, we believe our greatest asset is our people. We are always searching for talented engineers and scientists who share our commitment to listening closely to clients, understanding their needs deeply, and delivering sound, innovative solutions. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, support opportunities for continuing education and professional development, and foster a collaborative environment where high performers are recognized and rewarded. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact on the environment and communities we serve.