Project Engineer Water/Wastewater

Tighe & Bond • Portland, ME

259d • $78,000 - $118,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are committed to making a meaningful impact through our work. As a Project Engineer, you will join our One Water Team in either the Portsmouth, NH or Portland, ME office, where you'll play a key role in delivering vital infrastructure projects across the Northeast. Working with industry experts, you'll tackle complex challenges that strengthen community resilience and advance environmental sustainability. At Tighe & Bond, you'll find an engaging, hybrid work environment, a culture of collaboration, and the resources to support your professional growth and development. Our team of 160 dedicated water professionals has earned multiple ACEC Engineering Excellence and ASCE Project Awards. We partner with private, state, and local government clients to enhance drinking water and wastewater infrastructure, ensuring reliable and sustainable systems for communities. As part of our team, you'll help plan, design, and administer the construction of new and upgraded conveyance systems, treatment plants, and pump stations. You'll support clients with capital improvement planning, hydraulic modeling, and asset management programs. Our work also includes Long-Term CSO Control Plans, Comprehensive Wastewater Management Plans, Integrated Water Resource Management Plans, and Sewer System Evaluation Studies—driving smarter, more resilient water solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or a related engineering field
• At least five years of consulting engineering experience with increasing responsibility in the water or wastewater industry
• Licensure as a Professional Engineer or the ability to obtain within six months
• Enthusiasm for learning, self-motivation, and strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in a relevant field
• Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and/or Revit on water and wastewater infrastructure projects
• Experience leading project teams and mentoring junior engineers
• Additional licensure in multiple states to support diverse project needs

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the development of drawings, specifications, opinions of cost, and reports, from conceptual planning to construction
• Engaging in technical discussions about design approaches, budget considerations, and schedule, promoting achievement of client goals on both design-bid-build and design-build projects
• Collaborating closely with multi-disciplinary project teams to develop high-quality deliverables that align with client needs and regulatory requirements
• Delegating tasks effectively, mentoring staff engineers, and managing priorities to meet project milestones
• Participating in field work, including site visits, data collection and some construction observation
• Upholding Tighe & Bond's commitment to excellence by delivering innovative and sustainable water and wastewater solutions

Benefits

• Project Engineer salaries for Water/Wastewater range from $78,000 to $118,000, based on skills and experience
• Annual Bonus, Profit Sharing, and Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Best in Class Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Wellness Rewards and Reimbursements
• Tuition Reimbursement and Qualified Student Loan Paydown Contributions
• Reimbursements for Licensure/ Certification Preparation and Fees
• Summer Fridays Flextime and Hybrid Work Environment
• Pet Insurance and Adoption Assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree