Senior Water​/Wastewater Engineer

OVERVIEW

Are you ready to lead transformative water infrastructure projects that serve communities and protect vital resources? Merrick is seeking a Senior Engineer to join our growing Water Group in Colorado and Texas. This is your opportunity to work on innovative water, wastewater, and reuse systems that make a real difference.

Typical salary range for this position is $ - $. Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

• Work on cutting-edge water resource projects that shape the future of infrastructure.
• Collaborate with a passionate team dedicated to community, sustainability, and recreation
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• Enjoy professional growth in a mid-sized, employee-owned firm that values technical excellence and work-life balance.
• Be part of a network of 120+ water professionals committed to engineering excellence and stewardship.

Are you ready to make a difference? Join us and lead the charge in creating sustainable, impactful water solutions for our communities!

• Perform assignments in the analysis and design of water and wastewater treatment facilities, including advanced treatment/nutrient removal processes using Bio Win process modeling software. Experienced with water and sewer pipelines, pump stations, and related infrastructure.
• Prepare and review working drawings, details, layouts, cost estimates, studies, reports, and work products.
• Provide construction support and oversight, including administration, limited inspection, and start-up/operations support for treatment plants. Review designs by others for conformance of design standards and support municipal water utility operations and maintenance teams.
• Must be capable of performing independent design tasks, reviewing the designs of others, preparing bid documents including drawings and specifications, and organizing all drawings, reports, calculations, and associated project deliverables under limited supervision.
• Direct and manage a team of design engineers and/or technicians on water and wastewater projects.
• Become knowledgeable of Merrick procedures, understand them, and apply them when required.
• Make sound engineering decisions, exercise initiative, judgment, and knowledge commensurate with the responsibilities of the position.
• Effectively interface with clients and local, state, and federal government agencies, lead project progress meetings, make project presentations, and provide clear written communications.
• Additional duties may involve project management for projects.
• Some travel may be required.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering from an A.B.E.T. Accredited School.
• Minimum twelve (12) years of experience in the design and construction oversight of water and/or wastewater infrastructure facilities and projects.
• Experience working on wastewater projects.
• Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and insurability under Merrick’s insurance carrier.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Certifications:

• P.E. (Professional Engineer) State of Colorado and or Texas.

• Master’s degree with a focus on treatment processes.
• Experience with Water/sewer modeling, Bio Win modeling, Advanced treatment/nutrient removal, GIS systems.
• Public works experience with local, state, or federal agencies.
• Local candidates preferred (relocation available for the right fit).

• Employee Owned – all eligible U.S. employees have an Employee Stock Ownership Account.
• Robust Employee Referral Program.
• Annual performance and compensation reviews.
• Professional Training and Development.
• Employee Recognition Awards.
• Peer Mentor Program.
• And Much More!

• Apply online only. No e‑mail, hard copy or third‑party resumes accepted.
• All resumes are reviewed by experienced human recruiters – never by AI.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package including health, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO.
• Merrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.
• Employment contingent upon completion of background check, MVR check, and drug screen.