Water Wastewater Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks an experienced Project Engineer to design and manage a variety of infrastructure projects for municipalities. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in civil engineering and demonstrate strong communication skills. Responsibilities include coordinating projects, developing engineering solutions, and ensuring compliance with regulations. This role offers an opportunity to significantly impact local communities through innovative designs and effective project management.

Qualifications

• Municipal Engineering experience preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and in groups.

Responsibilities

• Act as the client manager to municipalities and public agencies.
• Design transportation or utility systems using design tools.
• Calculate load and grade requirements for design specifications.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Computer-aided design software

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Description

The Project Engineer is a professional with 10-15 years of experience. This individual will design and/or manage a variety of infrastructure projects (owned by municipalities and local school districts) and will report directly to the principal. Such projects shall include roads, underground utilities, public buildings, recreational facilities, and land use applications submitted by private developers.

PRIMARY DUTIES:

1. Responsible for acting as the client manager to one or more municipalities or other public agencies. The client manager will act as the single point of contact between the firm and the client. They will supervise and coordinate all projects performed in the firm on behalf of the client, ensuring satisfaction.
2. Develop or implement engineering solutions to help clients improve and maintain their infrastructure.
   • Design transportation, utility, facility, or hydraulic systems or structures (as appropriate) using computer-assisted design or drawing tools.
   • Calculate load and grade requirements, water flow rates, or material stress factors to determine design specifications.
   • Estimate quantities and costs of materials, equipment, or labor to assess project feasibility.
   • Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography, or other topographical or geologic data.
   • Conduct studies of traffic patterns or environmental conditions to identify engineering problems and assess potential project impact.
   • Ensure all design activities comply with environmental, safety, and governmental regulations.
   • Identify environmental risks and develop risk management strategies for projects.
3. Attend regularly scheduled public meetings (conducted by municipal clients) as a Municipal Engineer or Land Use Board Engineer. Prepare and present public reports on topics such as bid proposals, project status, and developmental review projects.
4. Provide technical advice to clients regarding design, construction, or capital program modifications.
5. Support field activities of our construction inspection staff, including providing timely data, reviewing shop drawings, and client coordination.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:

• Municipal Engineering experience is preferred but not required.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to make public presentations.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw conclusions for presentation to co-workers and clients.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of computer-aided design software.
• Ability to work independently and in groups.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES REQUIRED:

• PE License.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

While performing this job, the employee may occasionally work in the field and be exposed to outside weather conditions. The role requires frequent and prolonged computer use. Occasionally lifting up to 25 pounds may be necessary. The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Resumes are invited from all qualified, interested parties, regardless of protected classifications under law.

Note: While this job description aims to accurately reflect the job requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties as necessary.