Water & Wastewater Field Engineer

Oregonite; El Paso (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Growth

Work-Life Balance

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Consor in El Paso, TX is seeking a Water & Wastewater Field Engineer to support construction, operation and maintenance of water and wastewater infrastructure. You will perform field inspections, review drawings, coordinate with contractors, and ensure regulatory compliance.

The role requires a BS in a related engineering field and at least 1 year of experience; AutoCAD & Civil 3D experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical, Mechanical or related engineering discipline.
• 1+ years of relevant experience in water distribution, wastewater collection, or utility projects desirable.
• AutoCAD & Civil 3D proficiency is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections of water distribution, wastewater collection, and utility projects to verify compliance with standards and regulations.
• Monitor construction activities and coordinate with contractors, consultants, and operations personnel.
• Investigate operational issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Assist with planning, design review, and commissioning of utility improvements and capital projects.
• Prepare technical reports and engineering recommendations.
• Coordinate locates, field surveys, and inspections.

Skills

Field inspections

Regulatory compliance

Project coordination

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical, Mechanical or related engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

What Your Day Will Look Like:

The Water & Wastewater Field Engineer is responsible for providing engineering support for the construction, operation, maintenance, and improvement of water distribution, wastewater collection, and utility infrastructure systems. This role performs field inspections, evaluates system performance, coordinates with contractors and operations personnel, ensures regulatory compliance, and supports capital improvement and maintenance projects. The position serves as a liaison between engineering, operations, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient utility services.

What You’ll Do:

• Conduct field inspections of water distribution, wastewater collection, and utility infrastructure projects to verify compliance with engineering standards, specifications, and regulatory requirements.


• Monitor construction activities and coordinate with contractors, consultants, operations personnel, and regulatory agencies.


• Investigate operational issues, system failures, customer complaints, and infrastructure deficiencies; recommend corrective actions.


• Assist with planning, design review, implementation, and commissioning of utility infrastructure improvements and capital projects.


• Collect, analyze, and interpret field data related to system performance, asset condition, pressure, flow, and water quality.


• Review engineering drawings, specifications, work orders, and project documentation for accuracy and constructability.


• Support asset management initiatives by documenting infrastructure conditions and recommending repair, rehabilitation, or replacement strategies.


• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations governing water and wastewater systems.


• Coordinate utility locates, field surveys, testing activities, and construction inspections.


• Prepare technical reports, project updates, inspection records, and engineering recommendations.


• Assist with emergency response activities involving water main breaks, sewer overflows, service interruptions, and other utility incidents.


• Utilize GIS, asset management, work management, and engineering software systems to maintain accurate records and support decision-making.


• Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders to improve operational efficiency and service reliability.


• Promote and enforce workplace safety standards and safe work practices.


• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor of Science in Civil, Environmental, Chemical, Mechanical, or a related engineering discipline.


• 1+ years of relevant experience, experience with water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, pump stations, treatment facilities, or utility construction projects is highly desirable


• Basic proficiency in AutoCAD & Civil 3D software is a plus but not required.


• This hybrid job operates between an office environment and a field environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones and copy machines. May require occasional exposure to work environments that may include inclement weather, heat, humidity, noise, hazard, atmospheric conditions, and bodies of water, depending on project requirements.


• While performing the duties of this job, physical demands of the employee include frequent sitting, moving, standing, talking, hearing, and occasional balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, grasping, and feeling. This job may occasionally require operating a company vehicle, and lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 35 lbs.

What BenefitsYou’llEnjoy:

We invest in us. Because our team members go above, below, and beyond the surface to care for our communities (inside and out), we do our best to take care of you by providing acomprehensive benefits package! Eligibility for some of the benefits outlined below is based on full‑time work status; part‑time and contingent positions are only eligible based on hours worked. If you have questions, [e-mail].

• Career Growth & Development –Tuition reimbursement program, paid professional training, major license achievement bonus, extensive on‑demand learning center, and paid professional memberships.

• Work-LifeAlignment–Industry‑competitive PTO, seven paid holidays and two floating holidays, flexible work schedules, paid parental leave, and eligibility for hybrid and remote work options for some employees based on role responsibilities.

• Wellness –Medical, dental and vision insurance, employeeassistanceprogram, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and HSA and FSA options.

• Life –Employer‑paid STD and LTD, employer‑paid term life insurance, and retirement 401(k) with company match.

• Community –Quarterly social events, paid group volunteering events, and employeenetworks and groups.

How Your Career Will Grow:

We know career growth is not always linear or streamlined—it’s often dynamic. You may want to explore a management track, try a new technical track, or move laterally to reposition your skills and talents. No matter what level you join us at or how you want to shape your career, we want Consor to be a place where you can learn and grow.

WhyYou’llLove Consor:

You’ll experience a culture where we share in our successes and support one another through challenges. Here, there are countless opportunities to explore your career path by working on projects that help you expand your potential and take your career to new heights! Join our diverse team of experts who live and work alongside client partners, providing thoughtful solutions to create inspiring communities together.

Consor’s Commitment to Equal Opportunity in the Workplace

Consor welcomes and celebrates equality and diversity in the workplace. We are committed to fostering an environment in which employees and prospective employees are treated with dignity and respect, and where the uniqueness, perspectives, and experiences of individuals are valued. Consor is an equal opportunity employer and maintainsemployment practices designed to provide equal employment and development opportunities for all employees and applicants, in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Consor also maintains an affirmative action program across its offices and worksites.

If you need more information or special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, contact Human Resources at [phone]. Persons with hearing and speech impairments can contact Consor by using the Virginia Relay Service, a toll‑free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD). Call 711 for TTY/TDD.

If any applicant believes they have been discriminated against or desires further information or assistance, contact us at [phone].

Notices: The above job description is intended to relay a general sense of the position's responsibilities and expectations. It does not describe all tasks that may be assigned. As business demands change, the essential functions of this position may also change. The position requires the successful completion of applicable pre‑employment substance screening and background checks.

At Consor, we're committed to recruiting teammates ready to expand their potential. To safeguard candidates, we use only legitimate recruitment practices. Initial outreach is conducted through official Consor email addresses or LinkedIn messaging; be suspicious of any inconsistencies. We do not request personal data, sensitive information or banking details during the application process. Interviews are conducted via phone, in person, or through Microsoft Teams—never through messaging apps or other calling services. All job offers are merit‑based, delivered verbally, and followed up by written confirmation. If personal information is required to initiate the hiring process, it will be collected through secure, authorized channels. If ever in doubt, [e-mail].

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