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Water/Wastewater Senior Project Engineer

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering-related field
  • Licensed Professional Engineer
  • 10+ years of experience in relevant discipline
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and/or graphic design software

Requirements:

  • Serve as a licensed technical leader for complex water distribution and wastewater collection system projects, owning advanced design deliverables and providing independent project oversight
  • Lead projects from concept through construction and act as a trusted technical advisor to clients and internal Practice Areas
  • Mentor junior engineers and uphold/advance technical standards
  • Manage client communications and ensure successful delivery of reliable, resilient utility infrastructure solutions

Job description

Description

Join our team as a Water/Wastewater Senior Project Engineer within our Utilities practice area. This is a hybrid role based out of our Cary, North Carolina office. 


In this role, you will serve as a licensed technical leader for complex water distribution and wastewater collection system projects. You will take ownership of advanced design deliverables, provide independent project oversight, and serve as a trusted technical advisor to clients and internal Practice Areas. 


Senior Project Engineers are recognized for their depth of expertise and ability to lead projects from concept through construction. You will mentor junior engineers, uphold and advance technical standards, and help deliver reliable, resilient utility infrastructure solutions that support growing communities. 


Why WR? WithersRavenel is looking for people who are passionate about collaboration, community, and client success. Your reward for sharing your talent with us? OWNERSHIP. As a 100% employee-owned company, every employee is an owner—which adds a powerful and unique dimension to our vibrant company culture and purposeful work. Our employee owners say they love a lot of things about WithersRavenel, but the things most often cited are:

  • our amazing people and team-first atmosphere,
  • our focus on the professional development and growth of our staff, and
  • our commitment to the communities in which we work and live.

Learn more about our benefits and employee ownership!


Bring your talent and collaborative spirit and join our team of employee owners at WithersRavenel!

Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering-related field. 
  • Licensed Professional Engineer 
  • 10+ years of experience in relevant discipline. 
  • Advanced expertise in planning/design concepts and industry standards. 
  • Strong leadership and mentoring skills. 
  • Excellent client communication and relationship management abilities. 
  • Demonstrated success managing technical delivery on complex projects. 
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and/or graphic design software. 
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the position. All employees may have other duties assigned at any time.  


Working Conditions

The assignment may require infrequent evening/weekend work and job site visits outdoors. Candidates should enjoy working in a collaborative, fast-paced, and client-driven environment.  


Physical Requirements

The assignment may occasionally require repetitive physical tasks (such as operating a computer), standing and/or sitting for extended periods of time, extended time travelling in a vehicle, and carrying equipment and materials up to 25 pounds.


WithersRavenel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, military service, or other non-merit factors protected by federal, state, or local laws. At WithersRavenel, we strive to build and nurture a culture where diversity, inclusivity, and belonging are a normal part of doing business, not an initiative. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better results. By hiring highly talented people who align with our Core Values, we continue to enrich and broaden our ownership community, as well as the employee and client experience. This purposeful approach to diversity and inclusion leads to greater commitment, collaboration, and effectiveness in our culture, work, and lives.? 

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