Water & Wastewater Project Engineer

Consor Engineers • Riverside, CA

8d • $130,000 - $160,000

About The Position

The Water/Wastewater Project Engineer plans, designs, and helps deliver water infrastructure projects throughout California, including treatment facilities, pump stations, pipelines, reservoirs, and distribution and collection systems. The engineer performs analyses, prepares calculations and technical documents, and coordinates project deliverables through design and construction. The role involves collaboration 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 offers ownership of project delivery, client relationship building, mentorship of junior staff, and opportunities to expand into project management and business development. Candidates must reside in California and hold an active California PE license. Flexible work arrangements are available, including remote, hybrid, and in-office options at California locations in Rancho Cordova, Walnut Creek, Oakland, Santa Clara, Los Angeles, and San Diego. Compensation is projected at $130,000–$160,000+ depending on experience, with consideration above that range for candidates with significant experience beyond the minimum requirements.

The job operates between office and field environments. It routinely uses standard office equipment and may involve occasional exposure to inclement weather, heat, humidity, noise, hazards, atmospheric conditions, and bodies of water depending on project requirements. Physical demands include frequent sitting, moving, standing, talking, and hearing; occasional balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, handling, grasping, and feeling; and occasional company-vehicle operation and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 35 pounds. Successful completion of applicable pre-employment substance screening and background checks is required.

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 is a plus but is 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, building and maintaining 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 expanding 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 and two floating holidays, flexible work schedules, paid parental leave, and eligibility for hybrid and remote work options for some employees based 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