Water Resources Design Engineer – Water, Wastewater

CP Engineers

Water Resources Design Engineer at CP Engineers working on water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Collaborating with teams and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Posted 4/23/2026full-timeSparta • New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $130,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design & Engineering: Plan and design of 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). Designs will thoughtfully integrate and consider client needs, operability, and constructability.
Feasibility & Planning Studies: 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 for clients.
Technical Documentation & Deliverables: 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.
Site Investigations: Conduct site inspections and field assessments to support design and construction phase efforts to ensure designs are implemented in compliance with NJDEP, EPA, and local environmental standards and other applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
Regulatory Coordination & Compliance: Lead and support regulatory permitting efforts, ensuring full compliance with local, state, and federal requirements, including NJPDES permits, Treatment Works Approvals, and the Bureau of Water System Engineering.
Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration: Coordinate and Collaborate with internal multidisciplinary teams (Structural, Civil, MEP) as well as vendors and subcontractors to deliver integrated, high-quality project solutions.
Project Delivery & Growth Support: Manage technical scope, budgets, and schedules in a fast-paced environment, contributing to CP’s continued growth and expanding project portfolio. Demonstrated experience and understanding of maintaining fast-paced project budgets and schedules.
Mentorship & Team Development: Mentor and support junior engineering staff, sharing technical expertise, regulatory knowledge, and design procedures to strengthen the Water Resources Practice.
Sustainability & Best Practices: Incorporate energy and water efficiency measures, life cycle cost analysis, and sustainable design principles as recommended by EPA and national water resources planning guidelines

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related field
6+ years of experience in water resources engineering
PE License or on track to obtain within reasonable amount of time
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

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) match
Hybrid/remote work flexibility
Flexible hours
15 days paid time off
Tuition, professional license, and association fee reimbursement
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Support for employee work/life balance
Training and development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

water treatment designwastewater treatment designhydraulic process evaluationenvironmental analysisengineering calculationstechnical specificationscost estimatescontract documentationproject managementsustainable design principles

Soft Skills

analytical skillsproblem-solving skillstechnical writing skillsmentorshipcollaborationcommunicationorganizational skillsleadership

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Environmental EngineeringPE License