Professional Water/Wastewater Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 20, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 6, 2026.
Overview
Carollo Engineers is a leading engineering firm dedicated exclusively to water. For over 90 years, we've specialized in the planning, design, and construction of water, wastewater, stormwater, and reuse facilities, bringing innovative and sustainable solutions to the water sector's most complex challenges.
We work with water agencies, municipalities, utilities, research organizations, and private companies across various industries, including technology, manufacturing, and beyond. These clients choose Carollo because we employ some of the most knowledgeable and experienced professionals in the world. When you join our team, you'll work alongside industry leaders who are advancing the science of water, protecting public health, and building resilient communities.
Carollo's vision is to be the best water consulting firm and the best place for you to build your career. If you're passionate about making a difference in this critical field, we invite you to explore a career with Carollo.
Responsibilities
- Work on projects related to municipal water/wastewater treatment plants, distribution/collection systems, and pumping facilities
- Projects related to master planning, asset management, condition assessments, infrastructure improvements, water quality studies, treatment plant rehabilitation and expansions, and critical water reuse projects that will create sustainable and resilient water supplies
- Performing civil engineering work in water and wastewater treatment facilities and conveyance infrastructure, focused on site design project components including site layout, yard piping, roadways, paving and grading, and stormwater infrastructure.
- Work on engineering planning and design projects and performs conceptual and preliminary design activities including site visits, overseeing fieldwork, alternatives analysis, and report preparation.
- Develop civil engineering plans and specifications.
- Prepare cost estimates for various water and wastewater projects.
- Prepares technical memoranda, reports, and electronic deliverables.
- Assist with coordinating sub-consultant work.
- Coordinate the work of other engineering disciplines, designers, modelers, technicians, and others who assist in specific assignments.
- Review contractor submittals for conformance with contract plans and specifications and evaluate requests for information as part of engineering services during construction.
- Participate in field activities such as pilot testing.
- Permitting and alternative analysis.
- Assists project managers with permitting submittals for treatment facilities and infrastructure projects including coordination with various governmental agencies.
- Participates in field activities and site reconnaissance.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
- 6 to 10+ years of directly relevant experience in water and wastewater engineering.
- Registration as a Professional Engineer.
- Application of engineering principles including critical thinking, analysis, and innovative techniques.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills with clients and project teams.
- Work well in a team environment.
- Highly motivated, articulate, and self-starting.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
- Knowledge of project scheduling software.
- Active in professional associations.
Compensation Range
An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.
Other Compensation and Benefits
Carollo is committed to providing employees with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that provides the support employees and their families need to lead healthy, productive lives. Carollo’s benefits package includes paid time off and holidays, comprehensive health insurance coverage, pre-tax savings account options for healthcare, dependent care and commuter expenses, disability insurance and life insurance options for you and your dependents. We also offer free Caregiver Support, Travel Assistance, counseling services, discount programs, and a Lifestyle Reimbursement Account. Other compensation that may be available includes: 401(k) company contribution matching, tuition reimbursement, discretionary bonuses, career advancement bonuses, professional registration bonuses, employee referral bonuses, and compensatory time for exempt employees. Flexible work arrangements may also be available. Eligibility for benefits varies based on employment status.