Senior Engineer; Conveyance – Water + Environment Market

Senior Engineer (Conveyance) – Water + Environment Market

Job Category :
Engineering

Requisition Number : SENIO
004077

Posted :
June 22, 2026

Full-Time

Hybrid

Gresham Smith | Cincinnati Office Cincinnati, OH 45242, USA

About Us

At Gresham Smith, we call it Genuine Ingenuity. Our culture is the cornerstone of who we are, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. United by our Core Purpose—to plan, design, and consult to create healthy and thriving communities—we deliver innovative solutions for life's essential infrastructure and institutions.

What sets us apart is our dedication to care for our people, our clients, and the places we call home. We are more than a team of professionals—we're a community built on commitment, integrity, respect, and teamwork.

Why Gresham Smith?

When you join Gresham Smith, you're joining a place where you can connect and thrive. Our employees consistently recognize us as a Best Place to Work because we go above and beyond to ensure that you feel valued, supported, and empowered.

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical Engineering, or other related field required.
• Professional Engineering (P.E.) licensure is required.
• 15+ years of experience leading projects from a technical perspective (water, wastewater, and stormwater conveyance, including pump stations; wastewater treatment experience a plus)
• Strong technical background and experience in designing water/wastewater utility systems, pipelines, pump stations, storage.
• Proficient working experience with MS Office Suite, AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Civil 3D, REVIT, and hydraulic/stormwater/process modeling software.
• Proven experience in developing project plans, anticipating and addressing project issues, leading meetings with clients, and directing the completion of technical reports.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare high-quality reports and technical memoranda; preparation and sealing of design plans and specifications; strong attention to detail.
• Must be exceptional in written and oral communication, with the ability to lead, develop, and deliver highly persuasive presentations that build client confidence and result in securing favorable design contracts.

Most importantly, you bring genuine curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit—someone who wants to do great work with great people.

About the Role

Our Cincinnati office is seeking a Senior Engineer to work on projects related to water, wastewater, stormwater/conveyance, and treatment. Our team of project professionals will provide you with support and flexibility, allowing you to produce high-quality work while maintaining a work-life balance. Our projects are engaging, challenging, and have a significant impact on the communities we serve.

As a Senior Engineer, you will:

• Lead planning, design, and evaluation of wastewater and stormwater conveyance and utility projects, including relocations.
• Conduct hydraulic modeling for conveyance systems—stormwater, gravity flow, and pressure systems.
• Prepare design calculations, technical reports, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Manage project delivery from planning through construction, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget adherence.
• Support construction with field visits, submittal reviews, and contractor coordination.
• Maintain client relationships and communicate project goals to ensure expectations are met.
• Review engineering drawings, perform code research, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Serve in key roles such as Engineer-of-Record, Technical Advisor, or Quality Control Reviewer to ensure technical integrity, schedule adherence, and compliance with industry and client standards.
• Be recognized within the organization and industry as a credible leader with deep technical expertise and proven success delivering complex water/wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Mentor technical staff and engineers.
• Collaborate with clients, agencies, and stakeholders to inform project execution and operational success.

Your work will directly contribute to shaping environments where people live, work, and thrive, all while growing your career within a supportive,…