Water/Wastewater Engineer

Ruekert & Mielke, Inc.

Water/Wastewater Project Engineer managing diverse water and wastewater projects while serving as primary client contact. Ensuring quality, coordination, and business development in a collaborative environment.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeRacine • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary client contact, maintaining and building positive relationships
Manage water and wastewater projects from planning through design and construction
Independently prepare design calculations, technical reports, and specifications
Coordinate project tasks and communication between offices and teams
Resolve issues related to conflicting design requirements and specifications
Perform constructability reviews and ensure compliance with codes and regulations
Plan, schedule, and oversee detailed phases of engineering work
Prepare or review technical specifications and project documentation
Interact regularly with clients to expand work assignments and business opportunities
Assist with proposals and funding applications for engineering projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Biological Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering
Minimum 7 years of experience in water/wastewater project management and engineering support
Strong knowledge of water/wastewater treatment processes, hydraulics, and regulatory approval processes
Familiarity with structural design concepts, codes, and regulations
Proficiency with AutoCAD and related engineering software
Ability to independently evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques and procedures
High-level coordination and communication skills for multi-office collaboration
Client interaction and management experience
Business development experience within water/wastewater industry
Involvement in technical and professional organizations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employee stock ownership plan
Performance bonuses
Extra hours bonuses
Remote/flexible hours
Generous personal time off and holiday programs
Health, dental, vision, life, dependent life, and disability insurance
401(k) and Roth 401(k) with employer match
Flexible spending accounts
Prepaid legal services
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition reimbursement

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Hard Skills & Tools

Water/Wastewater Treatment ProcessesHydraulicsTechnical Report PreparationConstructability ReviewsEngineering Specifications

Soft Skills

High-Level CoordinationCommunication SkillsRelationship Building