Project Engineer (Conveyance) - Water + Environment Market

Gresham Smith•Atlanta, GA

6h•Hybrid

About The Position

Our Tennessee and Georgia offices are seeking an experienced Conveyance Engineer specializing in pump station, stormwater, and conveyance projects. This role offers a great opportunity to advance your career by working independently on detailed design projects and leading portions of pump station design under the direction of a Senior Engineer, for clients in the Southeast. You'll join a supportive team that values flexibility and work-life balance while delivering high-quality results. As a Conveyance Engineer, you will: * Work independently on the design of pump stations and lead portions of pump station design under the direction of a Senior Engineer, as well as support planning, design, and evaluation of wastewater and stormwater conveyance and utility projects. * Conduct hydraulic modeling for conveyance systems—stormwater, gravity flow, and pressure systems. * Prepare design calculations, technical reports, specifications, and cost estimates. * Support construction with field visits, submittal reviews, and contractor coordination. * Support client relationships and help communicate project goals to ensure expectations are met. * Review engineering drawings, perform code research, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. * Collaborate with clients, agencies, and stakeholders to inform project execution and operational success. Your work will directly contribute to shaping environments where people live, work, and thrive, all while growing your career within a supportive, people-first culture.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical Engineering, or other related field required.
Professional Engineering (P.E.) licensure is required.
A minimum of 6 years of professional experience working in water, wastewater, and stormwater/conveyance projects in a consultant capacity is preferred, with the ability to work independently on designs, particularly pump stations, and lead portions of the design under the direction of a Senior Engineer.
Detailed civil design experience for pump stations and conveyance systems, with demonstrated ability in pump station design.
Proficient working experience with MS Office Suite, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and hydraulic/stormwater/process modeling software.
Proven experience in developing project plans, anticipating and addressing project issues, participating in client meetings, and contributing to technical reports.
Must be strong in written and oral communication, with the ability to contribute to presentations that build client confidence.
Genuine curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit.

Responsibilities

Work independently on the design of pump stations and lead portions of pump station design under the direction of a Senior Engineer, as well as support planning, design, and evaluation of wastewater and stormwater conveyance and utility projects.
Conduct hydraulic modeling for conveyance systems—stormwater, gravity flow, and pressure systems.
Prepare design calculations, technical reports, specifications, and cost estimates.
Support construction with field visits, submittal reviews, and contractor coordination.
Support client relationships and help communicate project goals to ensure expectations are met.
Review engineering drawings, perform code research, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
Collaborate with clients, agencies, and stakeholders to inform project execution and operational success.