Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides support to federal, state, and commercial clients. They are seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater Engineer to lead water infrastructure projects, assess community needs, develop solutions, and secure funding for essential projects.
Responsibilities
- Independently assess community water and wastewater infrastructure needs and identify practical, cost-effective solutions
- Develop clear, well-organized planning documents and technical reports, including Preliminary Engineering Reports (PERs)
- Prepare preliminary and detailed project designs that municipalities can use to secure infrastructure funding
- Lead meetings with community stakeholders to gather information, present recommendations, and foster project support and engagement
- Depending on your experience and expertise, contribute to additional project areas, such as evaluating and promoting innovative water and wastewater treatment technologies, analyzing the design, cost, and environmental impacts of infrastructure projects, or supporting other related technical initiatives
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in at least one U.S. state, or the ability and commitment to obtain a PE license within 12 months of hire
- 5+ years of relevant experience in municipal water or wastewater system planning and design, with exposure to a variety of treatment systems; experience with funding, financing, and governance frameworks for Capital Improvement Programs is a plus
- Willingness and ability to travel as needed to support community projects
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical information to diverse stakeholders
Benefits
- Health and dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability
- Educational benefits
- FSAs
- A generous 401k plan
- Profit sharing
- An EAP
- 11-20 paid vacation days per year
- 10 paid holidays per year
- 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro-rated for part-time)
Company Overview
ERG is a consulting and environmental services and consulting firm. It was founded in 1984, and is headquartered in Lexington, Massachusetts, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://www.erg.com/.Company H1B Sponsorship
ERG has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2026. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.