Water/Wastewater Engineer

Imagine being an employee-owner of a company guided by engaged and empowered team members like yourself. Where a culture of respect, flexibility, and accountability aren't just ideals - they're our foundation, and diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued as drivers of innovation and growth. Join us, as together, we are Building a Better World for All of Us®.

You belong at SEH

Why our employee-owners love SEH:

• "I was on vacation last week and had zero concerns that my colleagues would help out with anything that came into my inbox!" – GIS Analyst
• "What company has a CEO who cares enough to seek out one-on-one conversations ranging from 'How are you?' to 'What do you think would help the company?' SEH, that's who. " – Civil Engineering Technician
• "Having the feeling that my voice matters and believing that SEH truly cares about the employees is so satisfying!" – Sr Financial Analyst
• "It feels good having colleagues and supervisors that provide support and resources for growth and learning!" – Civil Engineer
• "This is the first company I've worked for with a true entrepreneurial spirit." – Sr Mechanical Engineer

Why you’ll love SEH:

• Collaborate on amazing projects of varying size and complexity that positively impact communities
• Being 100% employee-owned means we all share in the company’s success
• Career development through continued education, licensure/certification, skills, and technical training
• Work arrangements that promote work/life balance
• Flexible holidays enable individuals to tailor their festivities
• Paid Family Leave provides time to care for loved ones, whether family by birth or family by choice

This Opportunity:

• This opportunity is open to candidates residing in the state of Virginia

• Partner with a team to manage water/wastewater infrastructure projects and project teams to support the planning, design, and construction of drinking water treatment, pumping, distribution, storage or conveyance projects

• Develop creative solutions to complex water/wastewater treatment and conveyance challenges, working closely with our team of engineers, designers and other professionals

• Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to deliver innovative project solutions

• Maintain close relationships with clients throughout development of projects and after completion

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering, or a related field

• Licensed Professional Engineer or ability to obtain within six months of hire date

• Experience managing and / or supporting multi-discipline infrastructure projects

• Experience in the design and construction of municipal, state, federal, or industrial drinking water or wastewater treatment projects

• Proven understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices

• Solid knowledge of water treatment systems, equipment, and regulations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Eight (8) years of experience designing and/or managing drinking water or wastewater treatment projects

• Knowledge of regional water/wastewater issues and familiarity with the municipal government client base

• Demonstrated ability to support multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines

• Ability to scope and budget new water/wastewater treatment facility projects and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously

• Proficiency in project management software and tools

 
Who We Are

Better Places. Clean Water. Renewing Infrastructure. Improving Mobility. SEH is an employee-owned engineering, architectural, planning, and environmental company, offering a wide variety of services. We've been helping government, industrial, and commercial clients find solutions to complex challenges since 1927. Our 900+ employee-owners across the US unite behind our core purpose of Building a Better World for All of Us®.

Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $120,000 and $150,000 based on skill set and experience. Check out our full benefits package at SEH Hiring Journey.

Due to current business and operational considerations, unable to hire employees residing in the following states at this time: AK, AR, CA, CT, DE, HI, KY, MA, RI, VT, and PR. Candidates willing to relocate should indicate this in their application. 

The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future.

SEH is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We take affirmative action to ensure that all employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.

Notice to Third Party Agencies: SEH does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by SEH’s Talent Director, SEH reserves the right to pursue and hire these candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.