Project Engineer – Water/Wastewater

Our client is a multidisciplinary engineering consultancy with a collaborative, people-focused culture and a commitment to supporting local communities. Their team delivers water and wastewater infrastructure that helps communities grow, offering engineers the opportunity to take ownership of projects, develop their technical skills and mentor others.

Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.

As a Project Engineer, you will lead the planning, design and delivery of water distribution and wastewater collection projects. Your work will span pipelines, pump stations, storage facilities and associated infrastructure, combining hands-on design with project coordination and technical leadership.

The Ideal Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• 4+ years of experience delivering water/wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Strong technical experience in pump station and utility infrastructure design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D.
• Ability to manage multiple project tasks, priorities and deadlines.
• Strong analytical, communication and coordination skills.
• Willingness to mentor and lead technical staff.

Typical Responsibilities:

• Lead the planning and design of water distribution and wastewater collection infrastructure.
• Prepare and review engineering designs, specifications and project documentation.
• Manage project execution and internal tasks to meet client requirements and regulatory standards.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to resolve technical challenges and support delivery.
• Provide technical guidance and mentor junior team members.
• Apply sound engineering judgment to develop reliable, resilient utility systems.

Why Join?

• Hybrid working: Combine office collaboration with remote working from a Charlotte base.
• Meaningful projects: Deliver essential infrastructure that directly supports growing communities.
• Career development: Build your technical and leadership skills through project ownership and mentoring. xzgxqkn
• Supportive culture: Join a team that values collaboration, shared ideas and professional growth.