Water & Wastewater Designer

Why DOWL?

DOWL is a top‑ranked, multi‑disciplined consulting firm with over 60 years of experience in civil engineering and related services. Our in‑house expertise spans Civil and Land Development, Construction‑Related Services, Transportation and Structures, and Water and Environmental Services. At DOWL, you’re valued. We support your growth, offer great benefits, and foster a culture of integrity, professionalism, and teamwork.

Join our team and help shape reliable, efficient water and wastewater systems that make a difference in communities. We take a comprehensive, cost‑effective approach to every project, maximizing value while delivering long‑lasting solutions. For drinking water systems, we prioritize consistent pressure, exceptional water quality, and straightforward maintenance. Our wastewater and recycled water work reflects a One Water philosophy, supporting utilities as they manage every drop—whether entering the system, leaving it, or returning as a valuable resource that strengthens the entire community.

If you’re passionate about smart infrastructure and practical innovation, we invite you to be a part of our team, the People Who Make it Happen
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Contribute to the Future of Integrated Water Infrastructure in the Pacific Northwest! We’re seeking a highly motivated civil engineer to support the growth and success of our Water and Wastewater group through hands‑on technical work, creative problem‑solving, and collaborative project delivery. In this role, you’ll join teams planning and delivering meaningful infrastructure projects—while building the skills that will shape your career and our practice.

Our firm takes a comprehensive, service‑driven approach to water and wastewater systems. For drinking water, we focus on reliable supply, exceptional quality, and systems designed for straightforward operation. For wastewater and water reuse, we design facilities that integrate seamlessly with utility operations—supporting resilience, resource recovery, and long‑term sustainability.

As a member of our Water and Wastewater team, you’ll work with multidisciplinary experts, deepen your technical abilities, and help us advance practical, sustainable solutions for public utilities across the Pacific Northwest.

The Water & Wastewater Designer 2 provides planning and design on straightforward water and wastewater systems including pipelines, pump stations, storage facilities, and other water‑related facilities with limited autonomy. Duties include attending site visits, calculating pressure, flow and capacities, designing underground and above‑ground piping systems, selecting and specifying equipment, coordinating with government agencies and other stakeholders, and preparing plans, specifications and estimated costs for project bidding and construction.

The person in this position is expected to exercise a strong work ethic, a desire to learn new design concepts, and have great organizational and communication skills. A Water & Wastewater Designer 2 should demonstrate developing proficiency with drafting and design software and be able to quickly learn and apply 2D and 3D design concepts. This person is expected to work well with others, absorb and apply constructive criticism, and seek guidance from more experienced members of the team as necessary.

This position works under the guidance of a licensed professional engineer.

To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) – Developing
• Market Sector Software (C3D/P3D/GIS/Water
  
  CAD/Flowmaster/Innovyze) – Developing

• Solid understanding of technical fundamentals
• Performs basic technical tasks with market sector with limited oversight
• Performs quality control of basic deliverables
• Eager to learn and expand skill set

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