Environmental Engineer - Water Services Fall Grads

Job Description

CDM Smith is looking for an entry-level Environmental, Water Resources, or Civil Engineer to join our Water Services Group. This position presents an excellent opportunity for recent graduates to apply their engineering skills to innovative and sustainable water projects and to grow within a dynamic team. In this role, you will support the design and implementation of water and wastewater treatment facilities, sewer systems, pipelines, and associated infrastructure.

Operating under direct supervision, you will ensure designs meet client specifications and comply with federal, state, and local regulatory standards. Responsibilities include conducting site assessments, adjusting design parameters as needed, and conducting water quality analyses and modeling. You will also contribute to technical report preparation, documentation, and collaborate on presentations for client meetings and industry conferences. New team members will assist in creating documents and presentations using tools such as ArcGIS, HEC‑RAS, SWMM, CADD, Excel, and other software.

Additionally, there may be opportunities to participate in fieldwork supporting our construction management activities, providing a comprehensive project lifecycle experience.

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical Engineering or a related discipline. 0 years of experience required. Domestic and/or international travel may be required, contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and essential functions of the position.

• Ideal candidate will be graduating August or December 2026 with a Fall 2026 start date.
• This position will be based in the Fairfax, Virginia Beach or Newport News office.

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Basic knowledge of computer aided design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices. Basic knowledge of engineering principles of design. Knowledge of Microsoft business software (Excel, Word, etc.). Good verbal and written communication ability.

CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.