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Join Our Team as an Engineer at Water Works Engineers! As a Civil Engineer at Water Works Engineers, you’ll help shape infrastructure that directly enhances the quality of life in communities across Northern California and the greater Western U.S. Based in our San Mateo office, you’ll work on essential municipal projects—from water and wastewater conveyance systems to pump stations, reservoirs, and civil site improvements. This role is ideal for engineers with at least two years of relevant experience and a passion for designing resilient, sustainable infrastructure that serves growing communities and supports long-term public health. Whether you hold your EIT or PE license, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to impactful civil engineering projects while building your technical expertise and professional leadership skills.
Job Responsibility:
Support the planning and design of civil infrastructure for water, wastewater, and stormwater systems, including pipelines, pump stations, reservoirs, and associated site improvements
Perform engineering calculations, site layout, grading and drainage design, utility coordination, and preparation of construction documents
Develop construction drawings, technical specifications, and engineer’s cost estimates using AutoCAD Civil 3D and other industry-standard tools
Conduct hydraulic modeling and analysis of water distribution and wastewater collection systems
Support permitting activities and ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal requirements, including CEQA, NEPA, and stormwater regulations
Participate in construction administration tasks, including field observations, submittal reviews, and support during project implementation
Coordinate with multidisciplinary internal teams, public agencies, and external stakeholders to support project delivery and maintain alignment with client goals
Contribute to quality assurance and technical consistency across deliverables
Engage in ongoing professional development through collaboration, mentorship, and project-based learning
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or Environmental Engineering with a strong civil focus) from an accredited institution
Minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience in municipal water, wastewater, or stormwater infrastructure projects
EIT certification is required
PE license preferred or the ability to obtain licensure within one year in your primary state of assignment
Familiarity with regional standards and permitting processes in California (or other Western states such as AZ, UT, NM, or ID) is a plus
Working knowledge of hydraulics, site civil design, stormwater management, and municipal infrastructure planning
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office
experience with hydraulic modeling tools is a plus
Strong written and verbal communication skills and a collaborative, solution-oriented mindset
Willingness to travel occasionally for site visits, construction support, and client meetings
Nice to have:
Familiarity with regional standards and permitting processes in California (or other Western states such as AZ, UT, NM, or ID)
Experience with hydraulic modeling tools
What we offer:
Paid Time Off: Eight paid holidays annually, with paid time off (PTO) accrual based on role
401K Retirement Plan: Company match of 100% on the first 6% of your salary, with immediate eligibility
Health Insurance: Fully covered for employee-only plans, with the company contributing significantly towards family coverage
Dental and Vision Insurance: Fully covered for employees, with affordable options for family coverage
Life and Disability Insurance: Provided at no cost
Additional Benefits: Health Care Flexible Spending Account, Adoption Assistance, Employee Assistance Program, and Commuter Benefits
Employees may be eligible for bonuses based on individual and company performance