Project Engineer, Environmental Engineer

Position Summary

Spicer Group is seeking a highly talented and self‑motivated Project Engineer to join our Drinking Water/Wastewater Service Group. The Engineer will lead the technical design, analysis, and delivery of water infrastructure projects, managing design teams, coordinating with clients and contractors, ensuring regulatory compliance and quality, and guiding field activities from feasibility through commissioning.

• Assist with leading technical design and delivery of drinking water and wastewater projects, including permits, hydraulic modeling, treatment process design, pump stations, pipelines, OA/SCADA integration, GUDI considerations, headworks, disinfection, residuals management, and nutrient removal as applicable.
• Conceptualize the initial design approach for major phases of large projects.
• Lead or participate in feasibility studies, alternatives analyses, and screening‑level designs; perform sizing, hydraulic modeling, contaminant and compliance analyses.
• Participate in preparation of construction drawings, high‑level engineering calculations or models, technical specifications, and cost estimates.
• Provide project‑specific technical information to the design staff and project manager for incorporation into the project specifications and construction drawings.
• Interface with clients to gather requirements, present technical findings, provide procurement support, and assist with bid evaluation and contract administration.
• Support, review, and coordinate with the CAD team members.
• Coordinate and communicate with team members, clients, contractors, outside consultants, and utility companies.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (Safe Drinking Water Act, Clean Water Act), permits, and design standards (AWWA, EPA, TCEQ/DEQ, NFPA, OSHA).
• Make periodic visits to construction sites as appropriate to review conditions.
• Prepare written correspondence, technical specifications, and reports in accordance with company and client standards.
• Promote health, safety, and environmental stewardship on all projects.
• May serve as project manager, holding overall responsibility for the engineering work on projects of limited scope.
• May supervise technicians, designers, administrative personnel, or entry‑level engineering staff.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Ability to interact professionally with internal teams, clients, and contractors.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Capable of multitasking across different project tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to lead and develop a team of engineers and technicians.

• Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification preferred; pursuit of P.E. or equivalent licensure encouraged.
• 4+ years of experience in drinking water and/or wastewater engineering, including design, construction, and environmental design, and all aspects of project development, including budgeting and administrative issues.
• Understanding of treatment processes for drinking water and wastewater.
• Proficiency with hydraulic and process modeling software (WaterCAD/WaterGEMS/SewerCAD or similar).
• Experience with design software including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and GIS.

• Competitive Pay
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
• 401(k)–match program
• Paid Holidays
• Sick and Vacation Days
• Profit Sharing
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Excellent Working Conditions
• Work‑Life Balance
• Fitness Reimbursement

Physical presence is an essential function of this job.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled