Environmental Engineer - Water Services - (Dec 2026 Grads!)

CDM Smith • Town of Colonie, NY

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About The Position

CDM Smith is seeking an entry-level Environmental, Water Resources, or Civil Engineer to join its Water Services Group. The role offers recent graduates the opportunity to apply engineering knowledge to water and wastewater projects while developing technical skills alongside experienced professionals.

Under direct supervision, the engineer will support planning, design, and implementation for water and wastewater treatment facilities, sewer systems, pipelines, and related infrastructure. The role contributes to engineering analyses and design activities, with project deliverables intended to meet client requirements and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. The position includes collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and exposure to fieldwork, construction management, and other project lifecycle phases.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline; equivalent additional directly related experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Basic knowledge of computer-assisted design and drafting (CADD), including 3D and 4D software and practices.
• Basic knowledge of engineering design principles.
• Knowledge of Microsoft business software, such as Excel and Word.
• Good verbal and written communication ability.

Nice To Haves

• Ideal candidate will graduate in August or December 2026 and be available for a Fall 2026 start date.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and design of water and wastewater treatment facilities, collection systems, pipelines, and associated infrastructure.
• Conduct site assessments, evaluate existing conditions, and adjust design parameters to support project requirements.
• Perform water quality analyses, hydraulic modeling, and engineering calculations.
• Prepare technical reports, engineering documentation, and project deliverables.
• Develop technical documents, presentations, and supporting materials for client meetings and industry conferences.
• Use engineering and design tools such as ArcGIS, HEC-RAS, SWMM, CADD, Excel, and other applicable software.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams on project coordination, design development, and technical problem-solving.
• Participate in fieldwork and support construction management activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level