Senior Water System Engineer

Senior Water System Engineer

At Baxter & Woodman.

Location:

Chicago, Crystal Lake, Mokena, or Naperville, IL offices, Hybrid, or Fully Remote.

At Baxter & Woodman, seasoned professionals and recent graduates find more than a job; they uncover a long‑lasting, fulfilling career with a distinguished leader in technology and innovation. Our work environment is extraordinary and we were honored as one of the 2025 Zweig Best Firms to Work For, exemplifying our appreciation and respect for our dedicated staff.

• Develop hydraulic models of water distribution systems.
• Lead preparation of water system master plans.
• Evaluation and design of potable water facilities.
• Manage water distribution system study and design projects.
• Lead a team of project engineers and technical support staff.
• Permitting with local, state, and federal permitting agencies.
• Perform quality control reviews of water models, reports, and/or design.
• Preparation of plans and specifications for construction.
• Represent Baxter & Woodman at municipal meetings.
• Preparation of competitive proposals and participation in interviews.
• Develop business in the Chicagoland area.

• 4-year B.S. degree in Civil Engineering.
• Illinois P.E. License required (or the ability to obtain through reciprocity).

• 6+ years of experience in potable water system analysis and design.
• Expertise in potable water hydraulic modeling, including master planning.
• Expertise with Water
  
  GEMs and Info Water Pro, plus ArcGIS.
• Knowledge of basic principles of water system design and plan preparation.
• Experience in consulting engineering, public works, or construction.
• Ability to travel throughout Baxter & Woodman’s Illinois service areas (own transportation) and attend client and in‑office meetings as required.
• Excellent technical writing skills.
• Strong verbal, computer, and organizational skills.

The pay range for this role is $100,000–$130,000. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, and certifications.

We prioritize the holistic well‑being of our employees through a comprehensive range of benefits. This includes medical, dental, and vision plans; an Employee Assistance Program; financial planning program; life and disability insurance; tax savings plans; accident and cancer coverage; generous paid time off; paid holidays; parental leave; flexible work arrangements including the option to work from home on half Fridays; 401(k) plans with expert advisors;

and an Employee Stock Ownership program.

Baxter & Woodman is an equal opportunity – Vet/Disability employer.