Water/Wastewater, Sr. Project Engineer

PS&S; New Jersey; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Expansive benefits package

Career mapping and development programs

Flexible work options

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in New Jersey is seeking a highly skilled Water/Wastewater, Sr. Project Engineer. This role involves leading diverse projects related to water treatment, conducting evaluations, preparing reports, and interacting with clients. Required qualifications include a B.S. in engineering, 5+ years of relevant experience, and familiarity with AutoCAD. The firm offers competitive compensation and a flexible work environment, aimed at fostering professional growth and collaboration.

Qualifications

• At least 5+ years’ experience in the water/wastewater field.
• Experience with hydraulic and process evaluations.
• Familiarity with detailed design and construction administration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and work with a team on water/wastewater treatment projects.
• Prepare reports, design plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Monitor project progress and provide support to project bidding.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills (written and verbal)

Client interaction skills

Education

B.S. Degree in Civil, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering

M.S. Degree in Environmental Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

Overview

Founded in 1962, PS&S has evolved into a unique best-in-class architecture, engineering, surveying, and environmental consulting firm, providing design and consultation services to a wide range of public, corporate, institutional, and commercial clients. Recognized both for our breadth of services and depth of expertise, PS&S is the single source for planning, permitting and design at the local, state, and federal levels. PS&S is proud to be named NJBIZ Best Places to Work NJ 2025.

Position Summary

The role of the Water/Wastewater, Sr. Project Engineer is to work on a variety of projects ranging from designing wastewater conveyance, water and wastewater treatment plants, and water distribution, completing related studies and evaluations, preparing contract documents, and permitting applications for various construction projects, and completing field work on construction sites. This person can be based in our Wall, NJ or Warren, NJ offices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and work with a team in the development/delivery of water/wastewater treatment and conveyance projects including hydraulic and process evaluations, detailed design, and construction administration.
• Take responsibility with preparation of reports/findings, design plans and specifications, cost estimates and contract documents.
• Monitor and document project progress, provide support to project bidding and participate in office and field construction services.
• Ability to handle multiple and diverse projects.
• Client interaction skills including participation in client meetings and field interaction with clients and preparation/conducting presentations.

Qualifications And Requirements

• B.S. Degree in Civil, Chemical or Environmental Engineering is required; M.S. Degree in Environmental is a plus.
• At least 5+ years’ experience in the water/wastewater field
• Familiarity with AutoCAD drafting software, Microsoft Excel, and Project
• Must have good organizational and communication skills (written and verbal)
• P.E. Preferred

What We Offer

• We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our career mapping, ongoing training, and career development program.
• We foster an up-beat, creative, and collaborative working environment.
• We give you the flexibility needed to do your best work with several work options including hybrid, on-site, and remote on some occasions.
• We offer competitive compensation along with an expansive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision benefits, life insurance, 401(k), tuition reimbursement and more.
• Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, peer and market data, and geographic location.
• No recruiters or agencies please
• Candidates must be based in the United States and must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for current or future sponsorship.

PS&S, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We strive to create workplaces that reflect the communities we serve and where everyone feels respected and empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. Together we are committed to building and supporting a culture where differences and inclusion are welcomed, embraced, and valued. We look to continually diversify our team and encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.