Water & Wastewater Project Engineer — Growth & Impact

Aqua America, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Aqua America, Inc. is seeking a Civil/Environmental Engineer to lead hydraulic modeling, capital planning, and regulatory permitting for water and wastewater systems in our Virginia operations.

The role emphasizes accuracy, collaboration with field teams, and delivering projects on schedule. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in hydraulic analysis, a Virginia EIT, and progress toward a PE license within four years, with strong communication and GIS skills to support system optimization and

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering or related field.
• Virginia EIT and ability to obtain P.E. license within 4 years.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in hydraulic modeling, planning, and analysis of water distribution and sewer systems.
• GIS interest and experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan capital improvements to maintain water and wastewater service and regulatory compliance.
• Lead or supervise design and construction of regional capital projects and prepare cost estimates.
• Coordinate with regional divisions, contractors, and suppliers to ensure project inputs and inputs are gathered.
• Prepare permit applications for projects including local/state/federal approvals.
• Maintain water system maps, records, and hydraulic models; update specifications.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Hydraulic modeling

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering

Virginia EIT (or ability to obtain PE within 4 years)

Tools

WaterGems

WaterCAD

EPA ET

InfoWorks/Infowater

Job description

Aqua America, Inc. is seeking a Civil/Environmental Engineer to lead hydraulic modeling, capital planning, and regulatory permitting for water and wastewater systems in our Virginia operations.

The role emphasizes accuracy, collaboration with field teams, and delivering projects on schedule. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in hydraulic analysis, a Virginia EIT, and progress toward a PE license within four years, with strong communication and GIS skills to support system optimization and