Project Engineer - Water / Wastewater - Virginia Beach, VA

Brown and Caldwell • Full-time • Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States • 1m ago

Job Summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a project engineer with 2+ years experience to join our Virginia Beach, VA office for a variety of water-related assignments (e.g., Environmental, Civil, Water Resources), We are seeking a motivated, achievement-oriented individual who can help us fulfill our commitment to deliver client success on each and every project we undertake. This is an exciting opportunity to participate instormwater, water and wastewater projects.

The Project Engineer role performs a broad range of engineering tasks related to the analysis, planning, and design of water, wastewater, stormwater, and infrastructure projects. Working under general supervision of a professional engineer, this role contributes to technical work that involves planning, modeling, and design of treatment systems, preparing results, recommendations, plan sets, and other engineering deliverables. Participating in a project team from the initial study and conceptual design stages through to the construction of major water related infrastructure projects. Fieldwork and site visits from design through construction may be required.

Responsibilities

Perform technical analyses to support identification and evaluation of sustainable water and wastewater management solutions.
Prepare and review technical reports and documentation related to environmental engineering projects.
Assist in the planning and design of environmental protection systems to support public and ecosystem health.
Analyze scientific and engineering data and perform quality control checks to support regulatory compliance.
Provide technical support for environmental projects, including modeling of treatment and conveyance systems, vendor coordination, and technical input for permitting and regulatory approvals.
Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs.

Mentorship

May provide mentorship, guidance, support, and knowledge-sharing to help less experienced team members develop their skills and grow within their roles.

Skills and Competencies

Working knowledge of environmental engineering principles and standard practices.
• Developing problem‑solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to interpret scientific and engineering data with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Experience

Typically, a minimum of 2 years of related work experience in Environmental Engineering or related field.
Typically certified in BC’s Subject Matter Specialist Framework, and progressing through the SMS competencies.

Preferred Skills and Experience

Proficiency in GIS, CAD/BIM, PCSWMM, HEC-RAS, PowerBI, and other software
Experience in field work including BMP inspections, water quality field monitoring and sampling.

Education

A bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering or related field is required.

Preferred Education

Advanced degree (Master’s) in Environmental, Civil Engineering,
EIT, with a goal to eventually acquire PE license in VA.

Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. These ranges may be modified in the future.

Location A: $78,000 - $106,000
Location B: $85,000 - $116,000
Location C: $93,000 - $127,000

You can view which BC location applies to you here. If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter.

Benefits and Other Compensation: We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance. Click here to see our full list of benefits.

About Brown and Caldwell

Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction services firm with 50 offices and over 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For more than 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice—to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities. For more information, visit www.brownandcaldwell.com

This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.

Notice to Third Party Agencies: Brown and Caldwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with Brown and Caldwell, Brown and Caldwell reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.

Brown and Caldwell is proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer. Brown and Caldwell encourages protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.

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