Water & Wastewater Project Engineer

Consor Engineers • Walnut Creek, CA

1d • $130,000 - $160,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

As a Water/Wastewater Project Engineer, you will support the planning, design, and delivery of water infrastructure projects throughout California. Projects may include water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, pipelines, reservoirs, storage facilities, and distribution and collection systems. You will work with project managers, technical specialists, multidisciplinary teams, clients, regulatory agencies, and internal stakeholders to address infrastructure challenges and deliver projects on schedule and within budget.

The role includes conducting engineering analyses, preparing calculations and technical documents, developing plans and specifications, and coordinating deliverables across design and construction. You will manage project tasks, contribute to client relationships, support construction-phase services, and help develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and staffing plans. You will also mentor junior team members and have opportunities to grow your technical, project management, leadership, and business development responsibilities.

Candidates must reside in California and hold an active California PE license. The role offers flexible work arrangements, with remote, hybrid, and in-office options from Consor’s California locations in Rancho Cordova, Walnut Creek, Oakland, Santa Clara, Los Angeles, and San Diego. Projected compensation is $130,000–$160,000+ depending on experience; candidates with experience beyond the minimum requirements may be considered above this range. The hybrid position operates in both office and field environments, with occasional exposure to outdoor and other project-site conditions.

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.
• Candidates must reside in California.

Nice To Haves

• Basic proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D 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 act as a day-to-day point of contact to 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 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, two floating holidays, flexible work schedules, and paid parental leave.
• Hybrid and remote work options for some employees based on role responsibilities.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance; employee assistance program; fitness and wellness reimbursement; HSA and FSA options.
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability and term life insurance.
• 401(k) 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