Water/Wastewater Project Engineer

IMEG•St. Louis, MO

20h•Onsite

About The Position

IMEG is hiring a Civil Project Engineer to support water/wastewater-focused civil engineering projects and lead design efforts for low- to moderate-complexity work while collaborating with senior staff on larger, high-complexity assignments. In this role, you will work closely with engineers and consultants to deliver engineering solutions and client guidance through analysis, design, field inspections, reporting, permitting, and site drainage and grading design. You will also help manage project budgets, mentor team members, and collaborate across cross-functional teams to meet project goals and client expectations. IMEG puts people first—with a strong focus on career growth, work-life balance, and meaningful impact. As a 100% employee-owned firm, IMEG offers the resources of a national design leader with the close-knit culture of a local office. You will collaborate across disciplines, contribute to innovative, sustainable projects, and shape the communities IMEG serves. In Civil, you will be part of a team with experience spanning municipal engineering, land development, utilities, and water/wastewater management. IMEG has been a leader in civil engineering for over 75 years, providing comprehensive land development services across both private and public sectors. Civil specialties include municipal engineering, land development, surveying, environmental services, and construction inspection. The civil team supports site planning, grading, utilities, and permitting to help turn raw land into buildable sites while meeting schedule and cost challenges. Team skills and focus areas include Civil 3D, stormwater, grading, utilities, and water/wastewater management, with project experience spanning site plans, subdivisions, and municipalities. IMEG, an employee-owned corporation, is committed to investing in employees’ futures through professional development programs and opportunities for career advancement. IMEG is 100% employee-owned and values the collective abilities, expertise, and continuity of its team members, understanding the importance of an engaged culture and the power of teamwork. IMEG believes in investing in its people and their professional futures through continuous training, community involvement, and the ability to develop a niche specialty.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Civil Engineering, or equivalent required
2 years of experience minimum required in the Civil Engineering and Construction Industry
Proficiency in design techniques, tools, and concepts involved in the production of technical plans and specifications
Strong technical and analytical skills in the civil engineering field
Ability to train and mentor less experienced staff
Ability to lead teams with others that utilize industry standard software that assists with civil engineering analysis and design
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; Ability to clearly communicate in both oral and written communication to individuals or groups
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Eagerness to adapt to new challenges
Proficient with MS Office Suite including but not limited to Word, Excel, and Outlook

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred
4 years of experience preferred in the Civil Engineering and Construction Industry
Ability to travel up to 15% preferred with occasional overnight stays

Responsibilities

Lead design efforts and analysis for civil site design projects across municipal, commercial, residential and industrial developments
Complete and oversee permit applications for various water and wastewater projects in coordination with the team, client, and reviewing jurisdiction.
Create detailed designs, specifications, and calculations using engineering software and tools in accordance with code requirements and IMEG standards
Complete and oversee permit applications in coordination with municipalities, clients, and reviewing jurisdictions
Perform surface modeling, watershed modeling, storm sewer design, sanitary sewer design, site drainage, and grading design
Conduct field inspections and support projects through bidding and construction administration
Build client relationships by gathering project requirements and communicating technical information effectively
Collaborate with engineers, consultants, architects, and project managers to deliver integrated project solutions
Lead project planning, budgeting, and scheduling activities to meet deadlines and objectives
Document design decisions, client instructions, and project progress, including percent complete and fee expended
Analyze engineering problems, develop practical and efficient solutions, interpret applicable state and local design criteria, and identify potential issues for escalation to the Project Manager