Public Works Engineer - Water/Wastewater

Job Description

• Support the planning, analysis, and design of municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, force mains, lift stations, pump stations, and related utility improvements.
• Prepare engineering calculations, technical memoranda, design reports, construction plans, specifications, cost estimates, and permit submittals for public works and utility projects.
• Perform hydraulic modeling and system analysis for water distribution and wastewater collection systems using tools such as WaterGEMS, WaterCAD, InfoWater, or comparable software.
• Develop construction-ready drawings, plan/profile sheets, utility layouts, grading, and civil site details using AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Assist with feasibility studies, preliminary engineering reports, alternatives evaluations, and design recommendations for water and wastewater improvements.
• Coordinate with project managers, senior engineers, CAD designers, subconsultants, contractors, utility providers, and public agency reviewers to support successful project delivery.
• Provide construction phase support, including shop drawing/submittal reviews, responding to RFIs, field observations, site visits, and documentation of design-related issues.
• Apply applicable local, state, and federal regulations, design criteria, and engineering standards related to drinking water, wastewater, and public infrastructure projects.
• Mentor junior staff or designers as appropriate and contribute to quality control reviews for assigned design tasks.
• Support client communication, meeting preparation, proposal efforts, and project coordination while continuing to grow toward independent project management responsibilities.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related engineering field.
• 5-7 years of progressive civil engineering experience with an emphasis on municipal water and/or wastewater infrastructure design; experienced EIT candidates strongly encouraged to apply.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required; Professional Engineer (PE) license in Texas preferred or ability/desire to obtain PE licensure.
• Hands-on experience preparing plans, specifications, estimates, design calculations, technical reports, and construction documents for water/wastewater projects.
• Working knowledge of water distribution, wastewater collection, lift station, pump station, pipeline, force main, and/or treatment-related design concepts.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and Civil 3D; experience with MicroStation is a plus.
• Experience with hydraulic modeling software such as WaterGEMS, WaterCAD, InfoWater, SewerGEMS, or comparable platforms preferred.
• Familiarity with public agency standards, permitting requirements, and regulatory considerations related to water and wastewater systems.
• Ability to manage assigned design tasks, budgets, schedules, and deliverables with guidance from project managers or senior technical staff.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and a collaborative team-oriented approach.
• Willingness to participate in client meetings, site visits, field coordination, and construction support activities as needed.
• Willingness and ability to be in the Austin or San Antonio office on a regular basis.