Water/Wastewater Design Lead — PE/EIT Eligible

ISG; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Profit sharing

ESOP

401K

Job summary

ISG in Des Moines, IA seeks a Water/Wastewater Engineer to advance municipal and industrial projects nationwide. You will develop plans for water distribution, wastewater collection, and treatment facilities, and lead cross‑functional teams from planning to commissioning.

Ideal candidates hold a Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering degree, PE license or EIT, and 4–10+ years in water/wastewater design.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification.
• 4–10+ years in water/wastewater design and related facilities.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD, GIS, hydraulic modeling software, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Knowledge of industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive plans for water distribution networks, wastewater collection systems, and treatment facilities
• Design pumping stations, pipelines, lift stations, and storage tanks
• Perform hydraulic modeling and hydrological analyses to support design and optimization
• Lead cross‑functional teams through all phases of project delivery—from planning and design to construction and commissioning
• Prepare detailed technical reports, cost estimates, and construction documentation
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and compliance with regulatory standards
• Provide technical guidance during construction and operational phases to ensure quality and performance
• Diagnose system issues and propose effective engineering solutions
• Conduct feasibility studies and environmental impact assessments
• Ensure all designs adhere to federal, state, and local regulations
• Prepare environmental documentation and facilitate permitting processes
• Collaborate with municipalities, utility providers, developers, and government agencies
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, accessible information for non‑technical stakeholders

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

GIS

Hydraulic modeling

MS Office

Job description

ISG in Des Moines, IA seeks a Water/Wastewater Engineer to advance municipal and industrial projects nationwide. You will develop plans for water distribution, wastewater collection, and treatment facilities, and lead cross‑functional teams from planning to commissioning.

Ideal candidates hold a Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering degree, PE license or EIT, and 4–10+ years in water/wastewater design.