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Job Description

Dewberry has an excellent career opportunity available for a Water/Wastewater Staff Engineer in our Charlotte, NC office to join our growing Southeast water team with a focus on industrial treatment design. The Project Engineer will be responsible for supporting our team on water and wastewater design projects for industrial clients.

Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 50 locations and 2,000 professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors is our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a new graduate, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call “Dewberry at Work,” that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century.

Responsibilities

Assist with developing and managing water/wastewater programs with a focus on treatment, management, and reuse. Work includes treatment plant process evaluations and troubleshooting, feasibility studies, bench scale and pilot scale studies, design, plant operation, and regulatory negotiation/permitting.
Work with design team across multiple offices and multiple disciplines to generate detailed design documents for construction plans.
Meet client deadlines and project budgets.

Required Skills & Required Experience

B.S. Degree in Environmental, Mechanical, Civil, or Chemical Engineering.
M.S. degree in Environmental Engineering (preferred).

1-3 years experience with progressive responsibilities for water and wastewater projects.
NC FE preferred.
Experience with AutoCAD and Microsoft office is required.
Familiar with Modeling and GIS software.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work in a team environment.
Ability to communicate effectively with clients, coworkers, sub consultants, and county/agency review staff.
Water/Wastewater infrastructure experience is a plus.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Dewberry we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace for our employees. So if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.

*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.

*Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

*Only recipients of an offer of employment from Dewberry, will be required to submit to a background screening which may include, but is not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, driving record check, criminal background check, and an investigative consumer report. These screenings will be conducted by Dewberry’s background vendor of choice and will be conducted in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local law.

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What You Should Know About Water/Wastewater Staff Engineer, Dewberry

Join the spirited team at Dewberry as a Water/Wastewater Staff Engineer in our Charlotte, NC office, where your engineering talents will shine! At Dewberry, we pride ourselves on being one of the best professional services firms, with an engaging work culture that attracts the industry's most talented minds. Your role will involve supporting our growing Southeast water team by working on water and wastewater design projects for industrial clients. You’ll have the opportunity to help develop and manage innovative treatment programs, dive into treatment plant evaluations, and collaborate with a talented design team across various disciplines. What’s fantastic about Dewberry is that whether you're a seasoned engineer or just starting your career, you’ll be surrounded by exceptional colleagues who are just as passionate about their work. You’ll even engage in some regulatory negotiations, ensuring that our projects not only meet but exceed client expectations. We believe that integrity and excellence define our success, and we’re looking for someone who embodies these values. Don’t worry if you don’t tick every box on the qualifications list; we celebrate diversity and encourage all who are excited about this opportunity to apply. With Dewberry, you can expand your skills, work on impactful projects, and help shape the water industry’s future.

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What qualifications do I need to become a Water/Wastewater Staff Engineer at Dewberry?

To become a Water/Wastewater Staff Engineer at Dewberry, you need at least a B.S. degree in Environmental, Mechanical, Civil, or Chemical Engineering. While an M.S. in Environmental Engineering is preferred, we welcome candidates with 1-3 years of experience with progressively responsible roles in water and wastewater projects. Familiarity with AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and experience with modeling and GIS software will also enhance your application.