Water & Wastewater Project Engineer

15325 SE 30th Pl, Suite 300, Bellevue, WA 98007, USA

• Pay or shift range: $ to $ USD

  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Why DOWL? DOWL is a top-ranked, multi-disciplined consulting firm with over 60 years of experience in civil engineering and related services. Our in‑house expertise spans Civil and Land Development, Construction‑Related Services, Transportation and Structures, and Water and Environmental Services. At DOWL, you’re valued. We support your growth, offer great benefits, and foster a culture of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork.

DOWL provides a comprehensive benefits package to support the health and financial well‑being of our full‑time employees and their families. DOWL offers a High‑Deductible Health Plan with a Health Savings Account (HSA) (including employer contribution). Other benefits include flexible spending account, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability insurance, dependent care account, employee assistance program, a 401(k) plan with discretionary employer contributions for matching, profit sharing, student debt repayment, paid time off, paid holidays.

Paid Time Off (PTO) accrues at a minimum of 16 days per year and accruals being on first day of employment. Employees also receive nine paid holidays throughout the calendar year. For more details and eligibility please visit Careers - DOWL .

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Water and Wastewater

Join our team and help shape reliable, efficient water and wastewater systems that make a difference in communities. We take a comprehensive, cost‑effective approach to every project, maximizing value while delivering long‑lasting solutions. For drinking water systems, we prioritize consistent pressure, exceptional water quality, and straightforward maintenance. Our wastewater and recycled water work reflects a One Water philosophy, supporting utilities as they manage every drop—whether entering the system, leaving it, or returning as a valuable resource that strengthens the entire community.

If you’re passionate about smart infrastructure and practical innovation, we invite you to be a part of our team, the People Who Make it Happen
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Lead the Future of Integrated Water Infrastructure in the Pacific Northwest! We’re seeking an experienced civil engineer to help drive the success of our Water and Wastewater group through technical leadership, project management, and meaningful client engagement. In this role, you’ll lead teams delivering high‑impact infrastructure projects while contributing to the growth, strategy, and direction of our practice. Our firm embraces a comprehensive, service‑driven One Water approach—partnering with utilities to manage drinking water, wastewater, and recycled water as interconnected resources.

For drinking water systems, we emphasize reliable supply, exceptional quality, and operational efficiency. For wastewater and water reuse, we design systems that align with utility goals for resilience, regulatory compliance, and long‑term asset performance.

As a Water and Wastewater team leader, you’ll guide multidisciplinary teams, strengthen client relationships, and support business development. You’ll also help mentor and develop junior staff while advancing innovative, sustainable infrastructure solutions for public utilities throughout the Pacific Northwest.

The Water & Wastewater Project Engineer 1 provides planning and design on large, complex water and wastewater systems including treatment plants, pipelines, pump stations, storage facilities, and other water‑related facilities with limited autonomy. Duties include attending site visits, calculating pressure, flow and capacities, designing underground and above‑ground piping systems, selecting and specifying equipment, coordinating with government agencies and other stakeholders, and preparing plans, specifications and estimated costs for project bidding and construction with limited oversight.

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