Water & Wastewater Project Engineer

Consor Engineers • Rancho Cordova, CA

19d • $130,000 - $160,000 • Hybrid

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 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 engineer performs analyses, prepares calculations and technical documents, coordinates design and construction deliverables, and manages assigned project tasks. The position also offers opportunities to take ownership of project delivery, support client relationships, mentor junior staff, and expand project management and business development responsibilities. Candidates must reside in California and hold an active California PE license. The work is described as hybrid, with flexible remote, hybrid, and in-office arrangements available from listed California locations.

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 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 supporting 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.
• Contribute to project management and business development activities as opportunities arise.

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 based on role responsibilities.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance; employee assistance program; fitness and wellness reimbursement; and HSA and FSA options.
• Employer-paid short- 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