[Remote] Design Engineer (Water/Wastewater) - Relocation Assistance

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. MissionHires is a growing, award-winning civil and environmental engineering firm seeking a seasoned Water Resources Design Engineer. This hybrid role focuses on delivering high-quality designs for water and wastewater treatment facilities, supporting regulatory permitting, and mentoring junior staff while contributing to a diverse project portfolio that protects public health and the environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and design water and wastewater treatment facilities, pumping stations, storage facilities, and distribution and collection systems in accordance with AWWA, ASCE, NSF/ANSI standards, and applicable regulations, including the Clean Water Act (CWA) and Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA). Integrate client needs, operability, and constructability into all designs
• Perform feasibility studies for water resources projects, incorporating hydraulic, process, and environmental evaluations and analyses in accordance with EPA and NJDEP guidelines to develop optimized, cost-effective solutions
• Prepare engineering calculations, engineering reports, technical specifications, cost estimates, and contract documents that conform to NJDEP regulations, NPDES permitting criteria, and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations
• Conduct site inspections and field assessments to support design and construction phase efforts and ensure designs are implemented in compliance with NJDEP, EPA, and local environmental standards
• Lead and support regulatory permitting efforts, ensuring full compliance with local, state, and federal requirements, including NJPDES permits, Treatment Works Approvals, and Bureau of Water System Engineering requirements
• Coordinate and collaborate with internal multidisciplinary teams (Structural, Civil, MEP) as well as vendors and subcontractors to deliver integrated, high-quality project solutions
• Manage technical scope, budgets, and schedules, contributing to the company’s continued growth and expanding project portfolio
• Mentor and support junior engineering staff, sharing technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and design procedures to strengthen the Water Resources practice
• Incorporate energy and water efficiency measures, life-cycle cost analysis, and sustainable design principles as recommended by EPA and national water resources planning guidelines

Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or a related field
• 6+ years of experience in water resources or water/wastewater engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or on track to obtain within a reasonable timeframe
• Strong knowledge of NJDEP regulations, permitting processes, and relevant federal standards (EPA, CWA, SDWA)
• Experience with AutoCAD and technical report writing
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites and client meetings as needed
• Must be based in the United States and legally authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship
• Must be able to commute to Morris or Sussex Counties, NJ, for a hybrid schedule

Benefits

• Hybrid/remote work flexibility with a supportive, award-winning cult
  ure.
• 401(k) with company ma
  tch.
• Flexible work ho
  urs.
• 15 days paid time
  off.
• Tuition, professional license, and association fee reimbursem
  ent.
• Medical, dental, and vision cover
  age.
• Support for employee work/life bala
  nce.
• Training and development opportunit
  ies.

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