Water Wastewater Hydraulic Lead Project Engineer

Wright-Pierce, an award-winning, multi-discipline environmental engineering firm specializing in water, wastewater, and civil infrastructure, is seeking a high-impact Hydraulic Lead Project Engineer to help shape the future of our modeling and master planning practice.

This is not a conventional engineering role. We are looking for a driven, intellectually curious professional who aspires to become a recognized expert and thought leader in hydraulic modeling and master planning. This individual will play a key role in advancing how we apply modeling, data, and emerging technologies-including AI-to solve complex infrastructure challenges.

You will work alongside industry leaders with decades of experience in steady-state, extended period, and transient hydraulic modeling; water quality modeling; and the design of pumping systems, surge mitigation, conveyance, and treatment infrastructure. More importantly, you will be expected to build on that foundation-challenging norms, advancing methodologies, and helping define what comes next.

We are committed to developing top talent into industry leaders. If you have the ambition to be among the best-and the work ethic to match-we will provide the platform, mentorship, and opportunities to get you there.

What You'll Work On

* Develop, calibrate, and apply steady-state, extended period, and transient hydraulic models, as well as water quality models

* Use advanced modeling to evaluate system performance, optimize infrastructure, and support long-term planning

* Lead and contribute to master planning efforts and system evaluations

* Apply data-driven approaches and explore emerging technologies (e.g., automation, AI, advanced analytics) to improve modeling workflows and decision-making

* Help define and implement next-generation modeling practices that go beyond current industry standards

Your Role & Impact

* Serve as a technical leader in hydraulic modeling and system analysis

* Collaborate across disciplines to develop innovative, practical solutions for clients

* Contribute to thought leadership, including conference presentations, technical papers, and internal knowledge development

* Support business development efforts through technical strategy, scope development, and client engagement

* Mentor junior staff and help build a high-performing, forward-thinking modeling team

What We're Looking For

* A self-motivated, growth-oriented engineer with a passion for becoming a recognized expert in hydraulic modeling

* A trailblazer mindset-someone who enjoys questioning assumptions, exploring new ideas, and pushing beyond standard practices

* Strong interest in innovation, technology integration, and continuous improvement

* Collaborative thinker who thrives in team-based problem solving and brainstorming environments

* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts clearly

Experience

* 5+ years of experience in water/wastewater system hydraulic modeling and planning

* Demonstrated experience with tools such as Info Water, InfoSWMM, Water

GEMS, Sewer

GEMS, Surge, Excel, and ArcGIS

Certifications

* Engineer in Training (EIT) required

* Professional Engineer (PE) license, or ability to obtain within 1 year

Education

* Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering required

* Master's degree preferred

Why Wright-Pierce

* Direct mentorship from recognized industry experts

* Opportunity to help shape the future of hydraulic modeling practices

* A culture that values innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence

* Clear path toward technical leadership and professional growth

Office Location(s)

* Tampa, FL

* Maitland, FL

Your Benefits

Wright-Pierce's goal is to foster a culture of health and wellness. We accomplish this by creating a work environment that promotes healthy living, encourages volunteerism, and supports personal development and well-being. To achieve this goal, we offer a variety of benefits, some of which are highlighted below. Check out our full benefits overview for more.

* Medical, dental, and vision insurance beginning on date of hire

* Wellness program with fitness reimbursement

* Mental health and well-being benefit

* Paid volunteer hours

* 401(k) match with employer match and profit-sharing contribution with no vesting period

* Defined career development path, mentorship program, and Wright-Pierce University training program

* Paid time off, paid and floating holidays, and paid parental leave

* Flexible work schedules and hybrid work environment

Best in Class Engagement

Our recent employee engagement survey, conducted by The Employee Engagement Group, revealed a highly engaged workforce with 87% responding and 94% of respondents indicating they would recommend Wright-Pierce as a place to work. These results are best-in-class for the A/E/C industry and reflect our commitment to creating a positive work environment. The firm's top performing areas, based on employee feedback, include respect for others, opportunities to socialize, career opportunities,…