Project Engineer - Water

Fehr Graham is a leading engineering and environmental firm with a passion for helping communities thrive. We offer smart solutions to complex challenges in infrastructure, water resources, transportation, environmental compliance, and beyond. Our team of experts works collaboratively across disciplines to improve quality of life for our clients and the communities we serve.

$90,000 - $115,000 / year

Water/Wastewater

East Peoria, IL

We offer an exciting and engaging work environment where every day brings new challenges and opportunities. At Fehr Graham, we don’t just manage projects – we bring them to life! This position will put you in the driver’s seat to help steer our water resources projects. If you have a passion for transforming concepts into tangible achievements and want to accelerate your career, we want you on our team.

The position is based in our East Peoria, IL office. At Fehr Graham, we pride ourselves on delivering personalized attention and building trust with our clients. We believe in the power of skilled professionals who provide exceptional service, and in a healthy work‑life balance that includes fun, team‑building activities and office outings after work.

We are seeking a skilled and driven Project Engineer with a strong background in water and wastewater engineering
. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who is passionate about water infrastructure, enjoys working with municipal clients, and thrives in a collaborative team environment. The ideal candidate holds a Professional Engineer (PE) license or has the ability to obtain it within 12 months.

• Lead or assist in the planning, design, and execution of water and wastewater projects for municipal clients.
• Prepare plans, specifications, and reports for water treatment facilities, distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, lift stations, and stormwater systems.
• Perform hydraulic modeling, cost estimating, and permitting tasks related to water infrastructure.
• Work closely with clients, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders to ensure project requirements and compliance.
• Provide technical guidance to junior staff and designers.
• Support project management functions, including scope development, scheduling, budgeting, and client communication.
• Conduct field investigations, inspections, and construction oversight as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional engineering experience, with emphasis in water, wastewater, or stormwater projects.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Illinois or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Proficiency with engineering software including AutoCAD Civil 3D; knowledge of Water
  
  CAD, Sewer
  
  CAD, or similar tools is a plus.
• Strong understanding of regulatory permitting processes and local/state/federal requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and in a team environment.

• Medical/dental/vision
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Profit‑sharing bonus plan
• Paid time off
• An awesome work environment

Fehr Graham provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.