Design Engineer - Water/Wastewater

Bolton & Menk•Wilmington, NC

About The Position

Bolton & Menk is hiring a Design Engineer, EIT, for its Water/Wastewater team in the Wilmington office. The role supports and develops hydraulic modeling solutions for municipal water and wastewater systems and contributes to planning, design, and construction of infrastructure projects. Working with project managers, project engineers, and senior modeling professionals, the engineer will develop, calibrate, and analyze hydraulic models used to inform system improvements, capacity assessments, and Capital Improvement Plans. The role also assists with the design of wastewater collection systems, force mains, lift stations, pumps, and water distribution infrastructure to help communities achieve safe, sustainable, and resilient utility systems. The position includes analysis of flow, GIS, rainfall, and asset data; preparation of technical reports, studies, and recommendations; engineering calculations and preliminary layouts; quantity takeoffs and cost estimates; and preparation of project plans and specifications. Construction-phase work may include field observations, documentation, testing, measurements, and coordination with contractors and municipal staff. The engineer collaborates with project managers, engineers, and clients to deliver data-driven infrastructure solutions. Bolton & Menk provides community infrastructure services and describes its work as improving quality of life through engineering excellence and client satisfaction. The company reports more than 1,000 employees across more than 40 locations, serving over 400 communities and agencies. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship; the company does not provide visa sponsorship or immigration support for this position.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science or Master of Science degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering from an ABET-accredited post-secondary institution, with an emphasis on water and/or wastewater treatment.
Certified Engineer-in-Training (EIT), or able to obtain certification within 12 months of hire.
Experience with water or wastewater treatment.
Working knowledge and skills in CAD and design software, such as AutoCAD Civil 3D or REVIT.
Valid driver's license; travel to facilities and job sites may be required.
Legally authorized to work in the United States at the start of employment without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Develop, calibrate, and analyze hydraulic models for municipal wastewater collection and water distribution systems to evaluate performance and identify improvement opportunities.
Analyze flow, GIS, rainfall, and asset data to support planning and capital improvement efforts.
Prepare technical reports, studies, and recommendations.
Assist with design of wastewater collection systems, force mains, lift stations, pumps, and related water/wastewater infrastructure improvements.
Perform engineering calculations, preliminary layouts, quantity takeoffs, and cost estimates.
Prepare project plans and specifications.
Participate in construction-phase services, including field observations, documentation, testing, measurements, and coordination with contractors and municipal staff.
Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and clients to deliver data-driven infrastructure solutions.

Benefits

Competitive compensation plan; overtime compensation is available to most employees.
Discretionary bonuses available to most employees.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), with 100% company-paid contributions.
401(k) match program.
Paid time off (PTO).
Volunteer Time Off (VTO).
Six paid company holidays and two floating personal holidays.
Tuition reimbursement.
Parental leave.
Short-term and long-term disability.
Dependent care reimbursement.
Employee assistance program.
Health insurance.
Flexible spending account.
Life insurance.
Vision insurance.
Flexible schedules.
Career development opportunities.