Water/Wastewater Engineer

Jobot; Iowa City (IA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Performance bonuses

Remote and flexible work

Generous paid time off

Health, dental, vision, life & AD&D

401(k) with employer match

Flexible spending accounts

Legal services benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance & wellness

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a seasoned engineering professional with deep experience in water and wastewater systems to lead complex infrastructure projects from planning through execution. The role combines technical leadership, project oversight, and client-facing responsibilities, with opportunities to contribute to organizational growth and technical excellence.

We offer employee ownership, performance bonuses, remote and flexible work, generous PTO, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in an engineering discipline (Environmental, Civil, Mechanical, or Chemical)
• At least seven years of progressive experience in water and/or wastewater engineering projects
• Strong understanding of treatment processes, hydraulic principles, and permitting/regulatory coordination
• Working knowledge of structural design fundamentals, applicable codes, and compliance requirements
• Proficiency in CAD tools and common engineering software platforms
• Demonstrated ability to independently assess engineering challenges and apply established methods
• Ability to collaborate across teams/locations and balance technical and interpersonal communication
• Experience working directly with clients and supporting long-term professional relationships
• Exposure to business development activities in water or wastewater
• Participation in technical committees or professional associations preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead technical execution of water and wastewater projects from planning through execution
• Provide project oversight and ensure engineering quality and regulatory compliance
• Engage with clients to manage expectations and foster long-term relationships
• Collaborate across teams and locations to balance technical excellence with schedule and budget

Skills

Water/wastewater eng

Project oversight

Client relations

Team collaboration

CAD software

Education

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Environmental/Civil/Mechanical/Chemical Eng

Tools

AutoCAD

Hydraulic modelling

Job description

A bit about us:

We are a long‑established, employee‑owned engineering firm specializing in public infrastructure and community‑focused projects. With more than seven decades of continuous operation, the firm provides planning, design, and construction‑phase services to municipalities, utilities, and institutional clients across the Upper Midwest and neighboring regions. Its work primarily supports water, wastewater, stormwater, transportation, and related civil infrastructure systems, with an emphasis on long‑term reliability and regulatory compliance.

Why join us?

Team members share in the company’s success while enjoying a supportive culture that prioritizes learning, mentorship, and work–life balance. It’s a place where people are trusted to do great work and recognized for it.

Highlights include:

• Employee ownership with long term wealth building opportunities
• Performance and extra effort bonus programs
• Remote and flexible work options
• Generous paid time off and holiday benefits
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) plans with employer match
• Flexible spending accounts and legal service benefits
• Employee assistance and wellness resources
• Tuition reimbursement for continued professional development

Job Details

We are seeking a seasoned engineering professional with deep experience in water and wastewater systems to support complex infrastructure projects from planning through execution. This role combines technical leadership, project oversight, and client-facing responsibilities, with opportunities to contribute to organizational growth and technical excellence.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in an engineering discipline such as Environmental, Civil, Mechanical, Chemical, or a closely related field
• At least seven years of progressive experience supporting and managing water and/or wastewater engineering projects
• Strong understanding of treatment processes, hydraulic principles, and permitting or regulatory coordination
• Working knowledge of structural design fundamentals, applicable codes, and compliance requirements
• Proficiency in computer-aided design tools and common engineering software platforms
• Demonstrated ability to independently assess engineering challenges and apply established methods and standards
• Proven capability to collaborate across teams and locations, balancing technical and interpersonal communication
• Experience working directly with clients and supporting long‑term professional relationships
• Exposure to business development activities within the water or wastewater sector
• Participation in technical committees, industry groups, or professional associations is preferred

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