Water Resources Project Engineer

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Job Description

What You Will Do

Project Planning, Design & Implementation

• Lead the planning, design, and delivery of water and sewer infrastructure projects.
• Conduct engineering analyses, studies, and system modeling to support project design.
• Review plans and specifications and resolve design or construction issues.

Team Leadership & Coordination

• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Serve as a technical resource for internal teams and project stakeholders.

Stakeholder, Regulatory & Community Engagement

• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, regulators, and the public to ensure compliant project delivery.
• Maintain accurate utility documentation, including GIS data and as-built records.

Operational Reliability & Safety

• Support reliability efforts through occasional on-call or extended-hour response needs.
• Promote safe, sustainable, and cost-effective engineering practices across all work activities.

Qualifications

What is Required

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field
• Minimum of 2 years of progressive civil engineering experience within a utility, water/wastewater, or infrastructure environment.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification at hire; ability to obtain Professional Engineer (PE) licensure when eligible, or within two years.
• Valid driver's license.
• Proficiency with engineering software, modeling tools, and GIS/mapping systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information to non-technical audiences.

What is Preferred

• Experience with utility design, construction oversight, or municipal engineering.
• Familiarity with water/wastewater system modeling or surveying practices.

What We Offer

Health & Wellness Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options.
• Group Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Cafeteria plan and flexible benefits program
• Wellness program with incentives and benefit credits through Know Your Number® participation
• Onsite Gym and Onsite Medical Facility.

Retirement & Financial Benefits:

• Pension through the NC Local Government Employees' Retirement System.
• 401(k) Match Retirement Plan.
• 457 Plan for additional retirement savings.
• A $5,000 sign-on bonus.
• The opportunity to work for an award-winning utility recognized for excellence, reliability, and community stewardship
• A mission-driven environment where leadership, innovation, and operational excellence directly impact the quality of life for the community we serve.

Work-Life Balance & Support

• Paid Holidays and PTO with rollover options.
• Relocation assistance and temporary housing allowance (if applicable).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Career Development

• Mentorship and career development programs, and opportunities for advancement.