Water/Wastewater Technical Design Engineer (P.E.)

talisman; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected water consultancy is seeking a PE-licensed Water/Wastewater Technical Design Engineer located in Philadelphia. This role involves leading technical design on municipal projects and collaborating closely with senior project managers. The ideal candidate should possess 7–15 years of experience in water/wastewater engineering, a strong design background, and the ability to mentor junior staff. This position offers a competitive salary range of $120,000-$150,000 and a hybrid work schedule.

Qualifications

• 7–15+ years of water/wastewater engineering experience.
• Strong design background in treatment and conveyance systems.
• Active PE license, either current or achievable.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical design on municipal water & wastewater projects.
• Produce and review detailed designs for water/wastewater facilities.
• Mentor junior engineers and designers.

Skills

PE license (PA or obtainable)

Water/wastewater engineering experience

Design background in treatment systems

Education

Civil or Environmental Engineering degree

Job description

Water/Wastewater Technical Design Engineer (P.E.)

Philadelphia, PA | Hybrid

Are you a PE-licensed water/wastewater design engineer looking to stay hands-on technically while working on some of Philadelphia’s most visible municipal infrastructure projects?

Join a nationally respected water consultancy delivering complex treatment, conveyance, and utility improvement programs across Southeastern Pennsylvania.

Why This Role?

• Lead technical design on municipal water & wastewater projects
• Work on treatment plants, pump stations, transmission mains, and regulatory upgrades
• Collaborate with senior PMs while maintaining strong technical ownership
• Hybrid flexibility with long-term regional stability

What You’ll Be Doing

• Producing and reviewing detailed designs for water/wastewater facilities
• Supporting planning, permitting, and construction phase services
• Applying process, hydraulic, and infrastructure design standards
• Mentoring junior engineers and designers

What You Bring

• Active PE license (PA or obtainable)
• 7–15+ years water/wastewater engineering experience
• Strong design background in treatment and conveyance systems
• Civil or Environmental Engineering degree

Why Engineers Join This Firm

• Consistent municipal backlog (not boom-and-bust work)
• Strong internal technical standards and QA culture
• Engineers respected for expertise—not buried in admin
• Clear advancement without needing to “sell” prematurely

What We Offer

• Salary: $120,000–$150,000 DOE — above market and highly competitive in Philadelphia
• Schedule: Flexible hybrid model with Philadelphia presence
• Culture: Collaborative, stable, and regionally recognized for water engineering leadership
• Growth: Clear pathways to senior technical, project leadership, or business management roles

Ready to take the next big step in your water career? Apply today or reach out for a confidential conversation.