Project Engineer, Environmental Engineer

The Axel Group is seeking a Civil Project Engineer to join our clients collaborative, employee‑owned team. This role is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing a variety of civil engineering projects with a focus on municipal water, wastewater, stormwater, and roadway infrastructure. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, project coordination skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality, cost‑effective engineering solutions.

• Plan, organize, and manage assigned engineering projects to ensure successful delivery within schedule, budget, and QA/QC standards
• Prepare and review engineering plans, specifications, and technical reports
• Perform complex engineering calculations and hydraulic modeling for water and wastewater systems
• Design municipal infrastructure including water distribution systems, sewer systems, stormwater systems, and roadways
• Lead pump station design from concept through commissioning, including mechanical, electrical, and control systems
• Design and integrate SCADA systems for monitoring and control of infrastructure
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies and represent clients at meetings and hearings
• Monitor project performance and provide regular updates to Project Managers
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements
• Support proposal development including scope, schedule, and cost estimates
• Provide mentorship to junior engineers and contribute to team development
• Collaborate with field staff, contractors, and inspectors during construction phases

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required
• Professional Engineer (PE) license with 4+ years of experience, or EIT with 5+ years working toward licensure
• Minimum 3 years of experience in water/wastewater system design (Preferred)
• Experience with pump station design and hydraulic systems
• Interest or experience in SCADA systems and control system integration
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and hydraulic modeling software preferred
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem‑solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance or monthly stipend option
• Company‑matched 401(k) with Roth option
• Generous PTO and 11 paid holidays
• Company‑paid life insurance and disability coverage
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Supportive, collaborative culture focused on professional growth and work‑life balance
• SCADA-These systems gather data from field devices, log events, trigger alarms for issues, and enable automation too complex for manual operation. In civil engineering contexts like the Maynard job, SCADA integrates with water/wastewater infrastructure for automated monitoring and control