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Senior Wastewater Engineer

Manage and deliver comprehensive municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects in Utah
Salt Lake City
Senior
$140,000 – 200,000 USD / year
yesterday
Actalent

Actalent

A provider of engineering and sciences services and talent solutions for various industries.

Wastewater Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled Wastewater Engineer to serve as a Senior Engineer or Project Manager for a wide variety of municipal water and wastewater projects. The candidate will utilize their expertise in water and wastewater engineering, including system conveyance design, storage, sanitary conveyance design, hydraulic modeling analysis, and more. This role involves preparing feasibility studies, master plans, engineering plans, specifications, estimates, and coordinating with regulatory agencies for project permitting.

Responsibilities

  • Work in a highly flexible, team-oriented environment to contribute to the growth of the Water and Environmental Business Unit in Utah.
  • Plan, design, and lead a wide range of municipal water and wastewater systems and facilities.
  • Serve as Project Manager or engineer of record, collaborating with a team of support professionals, including drafters, EITs, GIS technicians, and technical editors.
  • Assist in business development efforts, engage in professional organizations, and prepare proposals.

Essential Skills

  • Civil engineering
  • Wastewater engineering
  • Water resources
  • Project management
  • Design of water main and sanitary sewer systems

Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • BS in Civil Engineering
  • Registered Professional Engineer in Utah
  • 10+ years of experience as a municipal utilities design engineer with general civil and water/wastewater design experience
  • Knowledge of local, state, and federal design standards
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Background in AutoCAD (GIS is a plus but not required)
  • Technical memorandum and report writing skills
  • Experience working with water conservation districts in Utah, local public works departments, and secondary water companies

Work Environment

The work environment offers a flexible 9/80 schedule, allowing every other Friday off. The position is based in-office from Monday to Friday. Our holistic wellbeing program focuses on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a health savings and lifestyle spending account with employer contribution. Support for continuing education, training opportunities, paid time off, holiday pay, and a 401k plan are also provided. There are opportunities for growth with support and mentoring to help achieve professional goals.

Job Type & Location

This is a permanent position based out of South Jordan, Utah.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $140,000.00 - $200,000.00/yr.

Benefits:

Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance

Health savings and lifestyle spending account with employer contribution

Support for continuing education and training opportunities

Paid time off (PTO)/holiday pay

401k

Flexible 9/80 (every other Friday off) work schedule

Holistic wellbeing program with a focus on physical, emotional, financial, career and community health

Opportunity for growth with support and mentoring to help with professional goals

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in South Jordan, UT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 28, 2025.

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Senior Wastewater Engineer
Salt Lake City
$140,000 – 200,000 USD / year
Engineering
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