Water & Wastewater Project Engineer

Consor Engineers • San Francisco, CA

19d • $130,000 - $160,000

About The Position

The Water/Wastewater Project Engineer plans, designs, and delivers water infrastructure projects throughout California, including treatment facilities, pump stations, pipelines, reservoirs, and distribution and collection systems. The role involves engineering analyses, design calculations, plans and specifications, technical reports, and coordination of deliverables through design and construction. The engineer works with project managers, technical specialists, multidisciplinary teams, clients, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders to address infrastructure challenges and deliver projects on schedule and within budget.

The position includes managing project tasks and deliverables, supporting quality, budget, and schedule objectives, participating in client meetings, and helping maintain client relationships. The engineer also supports construction-phase services, mentors junior engineers and EITs, and collaborates with senior project managers and technical leaders on scopes, schedules, budgets, and staffing plans. There are opportunities to expand project-management and business-development responsibilities over time.

Candidates must reside in California and hold an active California PE license. Flexible work arrangements are offered, including remote, hybrid, and in-office options at California locations in Rancho Cordova, Walnut Creek, Oakland, Santa Clara, Los Angeles, and San Diego. The work takes place in both office and field environments and may involve occasional exposure to weather, heat, humidity, noise, hazards, atmospheric conditions, and bodies of water. The role may occasionally require operating a company vehicle and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 35 pounds.

The projected compensation is $130,000–$160,000 or more, depending on experience; candidates with significant experience beyond the minimum requirements may be considered above this range. Employment is contingent on successful completion of applicable pre-employment substance screening and background checks.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Civil, Environmental, Chemical, Mechanical, or a related engineering discipline.
• At least 4 years of water and wastewater engineering experience.
• Active California Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Must reside in California.

Nice To Haves

• Basic proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D; this is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, design, and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including treatment plants, pump stations, pipelines, storage facilities, and related systems.
• Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications, and construction documents for municipal and private-sector clients.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to develop practical, cost-effective solutions that meet project objectives, schedules, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage project tasks and deliverables to meet quality, budget, and timeline expectations.
• Participate in client meetings and serve as a day-to-day point of contact, helping build and maintain client relationships.
• Conduct engineering analyses, evaluate alternatives, and provide recommendations for project planning, design, and implementation.
• Review plans, drawings, and technical documents for compliance with applicable codes, standards, and company quality procedures.
• Support construction-phase services, including responding to RFIs, reviewing shop drawings and submittals, conducting site visits, and resolving field issues.
• Collaborate with senior project managers and technical leaders to develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and staffing plans.
• Mentor junior engineers and EITs while developing technical expertise and project-management responsibilities.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement, paid professional training, major license achievement bonus, on-demand learning center, and paid professional memberships.
• Industry-competitive PTO, seven paid holidays, two floating holidays, flexible work schedules, and paid parental leave.
• Eligibility for hybrid and remote work options for some employees, depending on role responsibilities.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, employee assistance program, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and HSA and FSA options.
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability and term life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Quarterly social events, paid group volunteering events, and employee networks and groups.

What This Job Offers

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