Water​/Wastewater Design Engineer

Company Overview

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Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so.

Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.

Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.

At CDM Smith, our work goes beyond engineering, we help communities thrive by delivering solutions that protect public health and the environment. Our Cleveland team is advancing high-impact water and wastewater initiatives throughout the region, and we’re seeking an engineer who’s motivated by meaningful work, technical excellence, and collaboration.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to essential infrastructure projects that shape resilient, sustainable communities. In this position, you’ll help design and deliver critical systems that provide clean water and reliable wastewater services, creating lasting benefits for generations to come. Your work will directly support environmental stewardship, regulatory compliance, and community well‑being.

• Purpose‑Driven Design:
  Prepare engineering designs for water and wastewater treatment facilities, collection systems, pipelines, and pump stations with minimal supervision, translating complex challenges into effective solutions.
• Quality & Compliance:
  Review engineering designs and technical reports to ensure alignment with federal, state, and local regulations while upholding CDM Smith’s high standards for safety and quality.
• Client & Project
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Support proposal development, engage with clients to understand project needs, and contribute technical insights through presentations, white papers, and industry publications.
• Mentorship & Leadership:
  Support the development of junior staff through mentoring, knowledge sharing, and technical guidance.
• Industry Engagement:
  Represent CDM Smith at conferences and professional events, staying current on emerging technologies and industry best practices.

• Meaningful Impact:
  Work on projects ranging from treatment facility improvements to regional conveyance systems that make a tangible difference.
• Professional Growth:
  Build your career through mentorship, leadership development, and exposure to complex, innovative projects.
• Collaborative Culture:
  Join a team that values integrity, teamwork, and forward‑thinking solutions

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• Demonstrated experience delivering engineering designs for municipal water and wastewater pipelines and treatment facilities.
• Proven ability to interpret and apply complex regulatory requirements while developing practical, sustainable solutions.
• Strong collaborative mindset with a genuine interest in working closely with clients and project teams.
• Curiosity and initiative to advance technical excellence through innovation, research, and industry contributions.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Certification as an…