Environmental Engineer

Job Description

At CDM Smith you’ll work with a diverse, dynamic team applying the latest technologies to analyze, design, rehabilitate, renew, and expand critical water, wastewater, sewer, stormwater, and conveyance systems. You’ll thrive in a supportive, collaborative, and mentorship-driven environment that encourages professional growth and continuous learning as you further your expertise.

We are currently seeking a mid-level engineer with drinking water or wastewater design background to support a variety of water and wastewater projects in our Water Services Group locally and across the West Coast. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as lead tasks with multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists. Water‑sector experience will be considered on an individual basis, but experience in the following areas is preferred.

You will have the opportunity to learn every day from our highly‑skilled technical staff and project managers, participate in our mentoring program, and drive your professional development through our Leadership Academy and extensive training available within CDM Smith University.

• Develop, review, and approve basic to moderately complex engineering designs for water and wastewater treatment facilities, water and sewer systems, pipelines, and pump station engineering.
• Ensure all project designs comply with state and local regulations.
• Apply firm policies, procedures, and best practices across all engineering deliverables.
• Conduct site visits, field reviews, and technical studies to verify design requirements and site‑specific conditions.
• Update project design criteria as needed throughout project development.
• Contribute to CDM Smith’s technical leadership by preparing and submitting technical papers, abstracts, and conference presentations.
• Collaborate with sales and client service teams to prepare proposals in response to requests for proposals.
• Meet with current and prospective clients to understand and support their evolving design and project needs.
• Represent CDM Smith at conferences and professional symposia to enhance visibility and foster client relationships.
• Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and training to junior staff; delegate tasks effectively and support staff development within the discipline.

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering or related discipline. Certification as an Engineer in Training (EIT) or passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam in states where an EIT is not obtainable (within 18 months of hire or promotion or transfer). 5 years of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

• Demonstrated experience with design, permitting, and construction of water-related engineering projects.
• California PE license.
• Proven ability to guide teams of engineers and scientists.
• Strong technical expertise in water and wastewater infrastructure design.
• Team player, excellent written and verbal skills.
• Client-focused and ability to partner with clients.
• Negotiation and presentation skills.

• Commitment to high-quality work, client service, and professional development.
• Knowledge of computer-assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices.
• Knowledge of engineering principles of design.
• Knowledge of Microsoft business software (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Knowledge of state and local regulations.

10% or less

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment…