Civil Design Engineer - Water Wastewater

Water/Wastewater

Civil Design Engineer – Water/Wastewater

Thomas & Hutton is a growing, well‑established civil engineering firm that provides consulting services throughout the southeast. We are an award‑winning company recognized as one of the best places to work in Georgia and South Carolina. Our services include Civil, Environmental, Structural and Marine Engineering;
Land Surveying;
Land Planning;
Landscape Architecture;
Geographic Information Systems; and Construction Administration.

We have an opening for a motivated and driven Civil Design Engineer –
Water/Wastewater in Nashville, TN
. The role requires 2–5 years of experience, preferably in a consulting environment focused on water and wastewater design, including utility design work such as pipe, treatment plant, tank and pump station design. Regular client interaction is required; prior experience working with municipal clients is essential. Candidates should possess strong written and verbal communication skills, an ability to conduct client presentations, and prepare written reports.

Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D is required; familiarity with Water

CAD, Innovyze, or similar hydraulic system modeling software is preferred.

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Biosystems Engineering. Professional Engineering registration strongly preferred.
• Experience: 2–5 years working with municipal water/wastewater clients.
• Skills:
  • Strong verbal and written communication.
  • Progressive experience in planning, design, construction administration, and permitting of infrastructure improvements.
  • Ability to maintain a regular schedule (7:30 AM – 5:30 PM Mon‑Thu; 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM Fri) and occasional evening or weekend work.
  • Strong prioritization and multitasking abilities.
  • Highly client‑service oriented, self‑starter, and team player.
  • Problem‑solving skills.
  • Willingness to visit construction sites, attend project meetings, and meet clients.
  • In‑depth knowledge of construction methods, utility construction materials, and water/wastewater treatment technologies.
  • Strong understanding of hydraulic analysis and design.
  • Excellent time‑management skills.
  • Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Word skills.
  • Basic skills using financial reporting tools to evaluate project performance.
  • Strong leadership skills.

Thomas & Hutton offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Superior Health, Dental, Vision, and Rx Insurance Programs
• Condensed work schedule
• Generous base compensation and bonus plan
• Retirement Plans
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Thomas & Hutton University – on‑site provider of professional development hours and continuing education credits
• College tuition reimbursement programs (Graduate & Undergraduate)
• In‑house Up and Ready Civil 3D Software Training Program

We value diverse perspectives and are an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Thomas & Hutton is a Drug‑Free Workplace and complies with E‑Verify.

For more information on our EEO policies, the EEO is the Law poster is available in English, Spanish, Arabic, and Chinese.

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