Principal/Senior Wastewater Design Engineer

Arcadis•Philadelphia, PA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Arcadis is seeking a Wastewater Design Principal Engineer to join their Resilience Water team. This role involves executing water and wastewater treatment design and construction engineering activities, managing design teams, and mentoring junior engineers. The position is critical to supporting the performance of the Paramus, NJ and Philadelphia, PA offices and engaging with the national team. The Resilience Water team focuses on protecting the natural environment and water resources while powering the world for future generations, addressing challenges like climate change, urbanization, and biodiversity loss.

Requirements

Bachelor or Master's Degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or related field.
10 years of related industry experience in the water/wastewater field.
PE License in New Jersey and/or in other nearby states (or ability to obtain NJ PE within 6 months).

Nice To Haves

15+ years of industry-related experience.
Experience preparing plans and specifications conform to Construction Specification Institute MasterFormat.
Experience working on design projects with construction contractors utilizing alternative project delivery methods.

Responsibilities

Lead and/or participate in client development activities, including assessing potentials, assisting with position and capture strategies, and proposal and presentation efforts for various stages of water/wastewater design projects (feasibility study, conceptual design, detailed design, design services during construction).
Work with Area Leader(s) and client Account Leader(s) to develop project scopes and fee estimates, manage risk, identify project staff, and related activities.
Lead projects and clients in the planning, design, and construction of water and wastewater treatment plants, solids handling facilities, biogas facilities, distribution and collection systems, and pump/lift stations.
Ensure familiarity with federal and NJ state funding requirements.
Create construction documents and specifications.
Possess knowledge of required permitting and oversee construction administration.
Manage projects, including budgets, delivery schedules, and leading project teams to meet deliverables.
Work directly with clients to determine their needs, provide tailored solutions, and ensure compliance with Arcadis practices, quality standards, and safety requirements.
Mentor junior engineers and technical staff.
Coordinate multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
Support the development of projects from inception to completion.
Travel may be required for client meetings, project site visits, and other assignments.