Project Engineer - Water/Wastewater (Entry Level)

About the role

Garver is seeking an entry-level Project Engineer to join our established Water team in Greenville, SC. The Project Engineer will work under a Project Manager on a multi-discipline design team, producing design phase deliverables such as reports, technical memoranda, design manuals, plans, sections, details, and specifications. This role involves collaborating closely with clients to exceed their service expectations and performing engineering calculations and detailed design for projects including:

• Water distribution and wastewater collection, including pumping and storage
• Sewer distribution and collection, pumping, and lifts
• Water and wastewater treatment plants
• Improvements and retrofitting of existing treatment facilities

The Garver Water Team focuses on creating cost-effective, innovative designs for long-term operational efficiency while maintaining community and environmental responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Produce design phase deliverables, including reports, technical memoranda, design manuals, plans, sections, details, and specifications
• Perform engineering calculations and detailed design for water and wastewater projects
• Collaborate with clients to ensure their expectations are exceeded
• Work closely with a Project Manager and multi-discipline design engineers

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• Registered as an Engineer In Training (EIT) or able to obtain registration within the next 6 months
• Strong communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Outlook

Preferred Qualifications

• 0-1 years of internship experience related to the design of water/wastewater systems
• Master’s degree in civil, environmental, or biological/biosystems engineering from an ABET-accredited program
• Experience with MicroStation, WaterCAD, or SewerCAD
• Experience in process modeling software, such as Hydromantis GPS-X or BioWin

Benefits

• Company-paid professional memberships
• Company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities
• Highly competitive salary packages
• Attractive benefits
• Comprehensive wellness program

Garver is an employee-owned firm with a people-first culture, offering tools, resources, and an environment that fosters leadership, innovation, and work-life balance.