Design Engineer - Water​/Wastewater

Design Engineer I - Water/Wastewater

San Francisco, CA

Sherwood is a civil and environmental engineering firm that is committed to investing in and embracing people, communities and the environment.

Our team has delivered net zero energy and net zero carbon systems, net positive water systems, resilient coastlines, natural resource protection, green streets, living roofs and more for thousands of clients in the region and across the globe. We specialize in sustainable infrastructure, water management strategies, green building design, and systems based solutions for infrastructure and landscapes. Our focus is on the conservation and management of the consumption of all site resources — carbon, energy, water, and waste.

We’ve worked on over thirty award-winning projects, and our work has been published locally and internationally.

Founded in 2003, our award-winning projects include Hudson Yards in New York (the largest private real estate development in U.S. history), San Francisco Better Streets Plan, Greater New Orleans Urban Water Plan, revitalization of the iconic waterfront Brooklyn Bridge Park, and the 35 square‑km Baietan Urban Area Plan in the heart of Guangzhou, China.

Our mission is to engineer an environmentally and socially regenerative planet. Will you join us?

We have an amazing opportunity for a driven and curious Design Engineer focused on water/wastewater design to support our growing team.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering - Civil and/or Environmental
• Exercises sound judgment on details of work and in application of standard methods for conventional and innovative work.
• Working knowledge of Windows, MS Office, and cloud‑based collaboration software (Google Apps, Dropbox, Sharepoint, etc.)

• Proficient in AutoCAD
• Experience with water/wastewater process modeling simulation software (e.g., Bio Win, GPS‑X)
• Certifications or other sustainability‑oriented accreditation (LEED, Envision, Living Building Challenge, Eco Districts)
• Knowledge of GIS principles
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite

• Analyzes various wastewater treatment methods used to prepare water for industrial and domestic use; recommends the most effective method
• Analyzes disposal methods or treatments for sludge; recommends and develops sludge treatment plants or methods to best serve the assigned area
• Designs layout and specifications for various pumping and lifting systems
• Reviews and critiques water and wastewater treatment system proposals, plans, and designs
• Conducts appropriate cost‑benefit analyses for assigned projects
• Ensures building, water, and equipment specifications comply with applicable local, state, and federal guidelines and codes
• Conducts environmental studies regarding the collection, treatment, or distribution of water or wastewater

• Own a part of the firm with ESOP eligibility after one year
• Flexible working - with every other Friday off
• Competitive Health plans, including PPO and HMO options, Dental and Vision plans
• Learning and Development stipend to use as you see fit
• Generous PTO and 8 paid holidays
• Automatic 401k enrollment
• Fun team events, lunches and happy hours to get to know colleagues outside of work
• A tangible opportunity to truly help the environment!

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Sherwood Design Engineers, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $80,000 to $98,000. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.