Water Wastewater Hydraulic Lead Project Engineer

Wright-Pierce; Florida; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Wellness program with fitness reimbursement

401(k) match

Flexible work schedules

Paid volunteer hours

Job summary

A multi-discipline environmental engineering firm is seeking a Hydraulic Lead Project Engineer in Florida to advance modeling practices and solve complex infrastructure challenges. The role requires 5+ years of hydraulic modeling experience, a Bachelor's in Civil or Environmental Engineering, and tools like InfoWater and WaterGEMS. Excellent communication and a passion for innovation are essential. The firm offers a culture of mentorship with direct access to industry experts and comprehensive benefits including medical, wellness programs, and a solid career development path.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in water/wastewater system hydraulic modeling and planning.
• Strong interest in innovation, technology integration, and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Develop, calibrate, and apply hydraulic models.
• Lead and contribute to master planning efforts.
• Mentor junior staff and help build a high-performing team.

Skills

Hydraulic modeling

Data-driven approaches

Collaboration

Technical writing

Innovation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Master’s degree

Tools

InfoWater

InfoSWMM

WaterGEMS

SewerGEMS

ArcGIS

Job description

Wright-Pierce, an award-winning, multi-discipline environmental engineering firm specializing in water, wastewater, and civil infrastructure, is seeking a high-impact Hydraulic Lead Project Engineer to help shape the future of our modeling and master planning practice.

This is not a conventional engineering role. We are looking for a driven, intellectually curious professional who aspires to become a recognized expert and thought leader in hydraulic modeling and master planning.

You will work alongside industry leaders with decades of experience in steady-state, extended period, and transient hydraulic modeling; water quality modeling; and the design of pumping systems, surge mitigation, conveyance, and treatment infrastructure.

More importantly, you will be expected to build on that foundation—challenging norms, advancing methodologies, and helping define what comes next. We are committed to developing top talent into industry leaders. If you have the ambition to be among the best—and the work ethic to match we will provide the platform, mentorship, and opportunities to get you there.

What You’ll Work On

• Develop, calibrate, and apply steady-state, extended period, and transient hydraulic models, as well as water quality models
• Use advanced modeling to evaluate system performance, optimize infrastructure, and support long-term planning
• Lead and contribute to master planning efforts and system evaluations
• Apply data-driven approaches and explore emerging technologies (e.g., automation, AI, advanced analytics) to improve modeling workflows and decision-making
• Help define and implement next-generation modeling practices that go beyond current industry standards

Your Role & Impact

• Serve as a technical leader in hydraulic modeling and system analysis
• Collaborate across disciplines to develop innovative, practical solutions for clients
• Contribute to thought leadership, including conference presentations, technical papers, and internal knowledge development
• Support business development efforts through technical strategy, scope development, and client engagement
• Mentor junior staff and help build a high-performing, forward-thinking modeling team

What We’re Looking For

• A self-motivated, growth-oriented engineer with a passion for becoming a recognized expert in hydraulic modeling
• A trailblazer mindset—someone who enjoys questioning assumptions, exploring new ideas, and pushing beyond standard practices
• Strong interest in innovation, technology integration, and continuous improvement
• Collaborative thinker who thrives in team-based problem solving and brainstorming environments
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in water/wastewater system hydraulic modeling and planning
• Demonstrated experience with tools such as InfoWater, InfoSWMM, WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, Surge, Excel, and ArcGIS

Certifications

• Engineer in Training (EIT) required
• Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain within 1 year

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering required
• Master’s degree preferred

Why Wright-Pierce

• Direct mentorship from recognized industry experts
• Opportunity to help shape the future of hydraulic modeling practices
• A culture that values innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence
• Clear path toward technical leadership and professional growth

Office Location(s)

• Tampa, FL
• Maitland, FL

Your Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning on date of hire
• Wellness program with fitness reimbursement
• Mental health and well-being benefit
• Paid volunteer hours
• 401(k) match with employer match and profit-sharing contribution with no vesting period
• Defined career development path, mentorship program, and Wright-Pierce University training program
• Paid time off, paid and floating holidays, and paid parental leave
• Flexible work schedules and hybrid work environment

Best in Class Engagement

Our recent employee engagement survey, conducted by The Employee Engagement Group, revealed a highly engaged workforce with 87% responding and 94% of respondents indicating they would recommend Wright-Pierce as a place to work. These results are best-in-class for the A/E/C industry and reflect our commitment to creating a positive work environment. The firm’s top performing areas, based on employee feedback, include respect for others, opportunities to socialize, career opportunities, and life-work balance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Wright-Pierce we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender expression, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This commitment applies to all aspects of employment. If you believe you have the skills to succeed in this role, we’d love to hear from you. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Sponsorship Available

At this time, we will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position.