Lead Civil​/Environmental Project Engineer – Water & Wastewater; FE or PE

Lead Civil / Environmental Project Engineer – Water & Wastewater (FE or PE)

Chester County, PA | Growing Engineering Firm | High-Impact Municipal Projects

Join a fast-growing, client-focused engineering firm solving real-world water and wastewater challenges across Southeast Pennsylvania. If you’re an engineer who wants more ownership, visibility, and the chance to lead meaningful infrastructure projects—not just support them—this role is built for you.

• Leadership Track: Step into a lead role with the ability to guide projects and mentor junior staff
• Project Variety: Work across water, wastewater, stormwater, and infrastructure systems
• Client-Facing Impact: Be a trusted advisor to municipalities and public agencies
• Growth Environment: Join a small, expanding team where your contributions are visible and valued
• End-to-End Exposure: From concept and design through permitting and construction

• Lead and support design, permitting, and execution of water and wastewater infrastructure projects
• Prepare and review engineering reports, calculations, and construction drawings
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and deliverables across multiple active projects
• Perform and support hydraulic and water system modeling
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (engineering, field, and municipal stakeholders)
• Support permitting efforts including NPDES, WQM, and PA Act 537 planning
• Contribute to proposals, client presentations, and business development efforts
• Assist with construction oversight and field coordination
• Lead smaller projects independently while supporting larger capital programs

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
• FE required
  ; PE or ability to obtain within 6 months strongly preferred
• Experience in water/wastewater design, infrastructure, or municipal engineering
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Micro Station
• Familiarity with WaterCAD, SewerCAD, EPA-SWMM, or similar modeling tools is a plus
• Ability to interpret GIS, survey data, and engineering drawings
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and willingness to travel locally as needed

• Potable water systems, treatment, and distribution
• Wastewater collection, conveyance, and treatment systems
• Pump stations, pipelines, and sewer networks
• Wet weather projects (CSO/SSO mitigation)
• Environmental compliance and permitting
• Feasibility studies and infrastructure planning
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Medical and disability insurance
• Retirement plan with company contributions (SEP/IRA)
• Paid time off and vacation
• Professional growth and development support

Engineers who are self-driven, technically strong, and ready to take ownership
. If you want to move beyond task execution and into project leadership with real client impact
, you’ll fit right in.