Principle Civil Design Engineer - Water​/Wastewater

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking a visionary Civil Design Engineer with a Professional Engineer License - Water/Wastewater to lead and scale a brand-new civil infrastructure practice across California.

Based in the East Bay Area, this high-impact, entrepreneurial role offers up to $200,000 annually to build a dynamic team and secure municipal and industrial partnerships.

Why join the client's staff? Shape your own practice! As a Principal Civil Engineer - W/WW, you will work hand-in-hand with senior management to drive strategic growth. They will provide the marketing and administrative support you need to turn your industry vision into a highly successful business line.

Key Responsibilities:

• Practice Leadership:
  Spearhead the strategic growth and operational oversight of the new Water/Wastewater practice in California.
• Client Development:
  Cultivate municipal, utility, and industrial partnerships, generating targeted annual net revenue with strong benchmark metrics.
• Project Oversight:
  Provide executive and technical leadership for water, recycled water, and stormwater projects from planning through construction.
• Team Building:
  Recruit, mentor, and build a scalable, multidisciplinary technical team.

Must-Have Qualifications:

• Education:
  
  B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Licensure:
  Current Professional Engineer (PE) registration in California.
• Experience:
  
  15+ years in engineering consulting, with at least 5 years leading or expanding a water/wastewater practice.
• Network:
  Strong existing relationships with California municipalities, utilities, and regulatory agencies.
• Technical Chops:
  Proficiency in utility planning, design, hydraulic modeling, and infrastructure rehabilitation.

Compensation & Perks:

• Salary: $170,000 - $200,000 annually (DOE).
• Environment:
  Dynamic, employee-focused firm recognized for technical excellence.
• Growth:
  Uncapped opportunity to build a business line from the ground up.