Senior Engineer - Water Resources

Responsibilities

• Prepare civil/site and utility design plans for public sector projects, including:
• Water distribution systems
• Sanitary sewer collection systems
• Pump stations and related infrastructure (as applicable)
• Utility relocations and coordination
• Site grading, drainage, and stormwater management
• Develop plan sets, profiles, details, and technical drawings for construction documents
• Perform design calculations and support preparation of technical specifications
• Coverage permitting requirements and agency standards for public infrastructure projects
• Support project managers in delivering projects on schedule and within budget
• Coordinate with internal disciplines, subconsultants, and external stakeholders
• Participate in client and agency meetings, including design reviews and utility coordination meetings
• Support field investigations and construction-phase services as needed

Qualifications

• Required:
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or related field)
• 7+ years of progressive experience in civil/site and utility infrastructure design
• Significant experience delivering public sector projects, including water and wastewater system design
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D (required)
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor junior staff
• Ability to prepare plans and construction documents independently with minimal oversight
• Strong understanding of civil engineering design standards, permitting, and plan production workflows
• Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate with project stakeholders
• Preferred:
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred (or ability to obtain within a defined timeframe)
• MicroStation experience is a plus
• Experience with municipal clients, counties, water authorities, and/or state agencies
• Familiarity with Georgia standards and agency review processes (GDOT, local municipalities, etc.)
• Experience with construction administration support and responding to RFIs/submittals

Why you’ll love Stratus

• A team-oriented environment that values transparency, creativity, and shared success
• Meaningful career paths, leadership opportunities, and space to specialize
• Learning & Development – Education and Professional Licensing
• Excellent Health Care Programs – Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance options for employees, spouses, and dependents
• 401k Retirement Plan with employer match
• Paid Holidays & Competitive PTO plans

Equal Opportunity Statement

Stratus is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.