Water/Wastewater Engineering Manager — Hybrid

AECO; Orange (CA); Hybrid; USD 122,000 - 227,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM in Orange, CA is seeking a Water/Wastewater Engineering Manager to lead a design team and manage projects from start to finish. The role blends detailed design, team leadership, and business development for water infrastructure initiatives.

The position requires hands-on experience in design, proposal writing, and client liaison, with a focus on delivering high-quality water and wastewater facilities. Hybrid work model in California is offered.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Engineering required; 8+ years in water/wastewater design and project management.
• Master’s degree preferred in Civil/Environmental/Mechanical Engineering.
• PE license required; California licensure preferred.
• Experience with municipal water infrastructure projects is an asset.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and water modeling software is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Supervise mid to senior engineers on multi-disciplinary water/wastewater projects.
• Coordinate projects to meet schedule, budget, and scope.
• Lead technical design for potable water and wastewater systems; manage client relationships.
• Prepare proposals, reports, and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with Orange, LA, and regional offices to deliver high-quality design services.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team leadership

Problem solving

Proposal writing

Education

BA/BS in Engineering

Master’s Degree in Civil/Environmental/Mechanical Engineering

Professional Engineering License (PE)

California PE license

Tools

AutoCAD

Water modeling software

Job description

AECOM in Orange, CA is seeking a Water/Wastewater Engineering Manager to lead a design team and manage projects from start to finish. The role blends detailed design, team leadership, and business development for water infrastructure initiatives.

The position requires hands-on experience in design, proposal writing, and client liaison, with a focus on delivering high-quality water and wastewater facilities. Hybrid work model in California is offered.