Senior Engineer - Water/Wastewater

Primary Function

Lead and support projects focused on water and wastewater systems. This role will play a critical part in delivering innovative engineering solutions, ensuring regulatory compliance, and contributing to sustainable water and wastewater infrastructure projects.

Primary Duties

• Lead the planning, design, and management of water and wastewater treatment facilities, distribution systems, and collection systems.
• Conduct feasibility studies, prepare technical reports, and provide recommendations for infrastructure improvements.
• Develop detailed engineering designs, calculations, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Manage and mentor junior staff, providing technical guidance and professional development support.
• Collaborate and coordinate with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies to ensure project alignment with objectives and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Perform site assessments, inspections, and evaluations to identify project needs and potential challenges.
• Prepare proposals, budgets, schedules, and project scopes in alignment with organizational goals and client requirements.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or related Engineering field (Master’s preferred).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required, or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• 7+ years of experience in water and wastewater engineering, with a proven track record in project design and management.
• Strong knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes, hydraulic modeling, and infrastructure systems.
• A collaborative approach to leading and working within diverse, multidisciplinary project teams.
• Familiarity with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in engineering software tools such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and hydraulic modeling software (e.g., WaterCAD, SewerCAD).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation is based on experience and qualifications. The salary range for this position is $120,000 to $160,000. The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits, and most importantly, an opportunity for engagement and support from an engineering team that has led major regional and national water resource projects.

About Ardurra

Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation. Ardurra does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agency Agreement, Ardurra will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. Ardurra is not currently looking to add any more agencies to our list of approved vendors, so please do not contact any of our managers or recruitment team with sales calls or details of your candidates.