Senior Linear Utility Design Engineer – PE

True Environmental

Senior Linear Utility Design Engineer at AH Engineering Consultants leading water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Collaborating with teams and clients to deliver impactful engineering solutions.

Posted 5/28/2026full-timeNewport News • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $110,000 - $175,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the planning and design of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including pump stations, storage systems, pipelines, and related utility improvements.
Prepare or oversee engineering reports, technical specifications, construction drawings, and cost estimates.
Manage projects through design and provide support during bidding and construction phases.
Coordinate with clients, regulatory agencies, subconsultants, and internal multidisciplinary teams.
Provide technical leadership, design oversight, and quality control for project deliverables.
Support permitting and regulatory compliance for municipal water and wastewater projects.
Mentor junior engineers and technical staff and contribute to team development.
Participate in client meetings, proposal development, and business development efforts.
Assist with project scheduling, budgeting, and resource planning.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
10+ years of experience in water/wastewater engineering design, preferably in a consulting environment.
Strong experience with municipal water and wastewater systems design.
Proven ability to prepare plans, specifications, engineering reports, and design calculations.
Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines effectively.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Opportunities for continuing education and professional development
Collaborative environment where high performers are recognized and rewarded

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Hard Skills & Tools

water infrastructure designwastewater infrastructure designengineering reports preparationtechnical specifications preparationconstruction drawings preparationcost estimates preparationproject schedulingbudgetingdesign calculationsregulatory compliance

Soft Skills

technical leadershipquality controlmentoringcommunicationproject managementteam developmentclient coordinationmultidisciplinary collaborationbusiness developmentprioritization

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Environmental EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) license