Water/Wastewater Project Engineer – PE

Andersen James Group; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Andersen James Group is seeking a licensed Professional Engineer to support the design and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects for municipalities, utility districts, and other utility clients in Texas. This role blends technical design, project coordination, and client interaction to drive project ownership and growth in leadership responsibilities.

The ideal candidate has a Texas PE license (or reciprocity), 6+ years of relevant experience, and strong experience in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering and licensure in Texas or reciprocity.
• Approximately 6+ years of relevant engineering experience in water/wastewater.
• Strong knowledge of Texas permitting requirements and TCEQ processes.
• Ability to independently develop and review engineering designs.

Responsibilities

• Design water and wastewater infrastructure including pipelines, collection/distribution systems, and pump stations.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, plans, specs, and technical reports.
• Coordinate with CAD designers and staff to deliver complete design packages.
• Manage project tasks, schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders.
• Support permitting and respond to agency review comments.
• Perform technical reviews and quality checks.
• Support construction-phase services including reviewing submittals and RFIs.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.

Skills

Texas PE license

Strong communication

Project coordination

Client-facing

Independent design development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering

Job description

An established Texas civil engineering firm is seeking a licensed Professional Engineer to support the design and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects for municipalities, utility districts, and other utility clients.

This opportunity combines technical design, project coordination, and client interaction. It suits an engineer with a strong utility infrastructure background who wants greater project ownership and opportunities to grow in project management.

Responsibilities

• Design water and wastewater infrastructure, including pipelines, collection and distribution systems, and pump/lift stations.
• Prepare and review engineering calculations, plans, specifications, and technical reports.
• Coordinate with CAD designers and engineering staff to deliver complete design packages.
• Manage project tasks, schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders.
• Support permitting and respond to agency review comments.
• Perform technical reviews and quality checks.
• Support construction-phase services, including reviewing submittals and responding to RFIs.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Active Texas PE license, or ability to obtain through reciprocity.
• Approximately 6+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Strong experience in water/wastewater utility infrastructure, with conveyance design particularly valuable.
• Ability to independently develop and review engineering designs.
• Familiarity with Texas permitting requirements and TCEQ processes.
• Strong communication, organization, and project coordination skills.
• Project management and client-facing experience preferred.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Work on infrastructure that directly serves Texas communities.
• Build experience across design, permitting, and construction support.
• Take greater ownership of projects and client relationships.
• Collaborate with an established team of engineers and designers.
• Develop toward broader project management and technical leadership responsibilities.

Interested?

Contact Hannah Hunter at Andersen James to learn more.