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Project Engineer - Water/Wastewater
full-time•Conroe•$112k - $180k
About this role
Project Engineer - Water/Wastewater
Non-Union Position
WTR-President Water Staff; Austin, Texas (US-TX)
Regular FT, Exempt
Posting # 5471
About Us:
NW Natural Water owns and operates water and wastewater utilities in communities throughout Texas, Arizona, California, Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. Since 2018, we have acquired more than 30 utilities and today serve more than 190,000 people via 76,000 connections.
Our parent company, NW Natural Holding Company (NYSE: NWN) (NW Natural Holdings), is headquartered in Portland, Oregon and has been doing business for over 165 years. The company operates through NW Natural Gas Company (NW Natural), SiEnergy Operating (SiEnergy), NW Natural Water Company (NW Natural Water), NW Natural Renewables Holdings (NW Natural Renewables), and other business interests, serving a combined population of over 2.6 million people.
NW Natural Holdings' Texas operations are some of the fastest growing utilities in the nation, where our focus is on supporting developers by providing essential services to new communities. Our highly driven out-of-the-box thinkers are motivated to meet developer/builder timelines and requirements and pride themselves on partnerships with the developers, builders, and communities we serve.
NOTE:
This position is located in Bee Cave, 14 miles away from the Austin Metro Area.
The Role:
The Civil Engineer – Utility Construction serves as a subject matter expert in planning, feasibility analysis, and construction delivery for water, wastewater utility infrastructure projects. This role applies advanced engineering knowledge to assess utility service availability, evaluating project costs and constraints, coordinating with developers and contractors, and providing technical leadership throughout design and construction. The position coordinates with project manager(s) to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with Texas regulatory standards, including TCEQ, PUC, and other utility regulations.
Day to Day:
Design & Technical Support
- Prepare engineering layouts, drawings, and design support for water, wastewater utility systems, including pipelines, pump stations, storage facilities
- Conduct desktop feasibility reviews to assess water, wastewater service availability, evaluate cost implications, and determine project viability using expert judgement and advanced analytical methods.
- Verify CCN coverage using PUC resources, review TCEQ water well logs, and analyze nearby system capacity or well production data.
- Perform engineering calculations for water, wastewater systems including hydraulic flow, pipe sizing, pressures, and system demands.
- Review and interpret survey data, soil reports, and utility maps to support design decisions.
- Prepare technical reports, meeting notes, project status to provide authoritative recommendations and updates for leadership.
- Other duties as assigned.
Project Coordination
- Lead early-stage feasibility assessments to support strategic decision-making for new development projects.
- Support permit applications, regulatory filings, and submittals.
- Provide engineering leadership on projects involving conflicts with existing facilities, developing solutions and mitigation plans.
- Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and scopes of work.
- Coordinate with developers, contractors, project managers, and engineers to ensure timely delivery of design information and resolve technical conflicts.
- Other duties as assigned.
Field Support
- Review shop drawings, RFIs, and change orders for water, wastewater construction projects.
- Conduct site visits and construction observations to verify compliance with design, safety, and regulatory standards.
- Document field conditions, test results, and as-built information.
Physical Requirements
- Frequent standing, walking, and site inspections on uneven terrain.
- Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
- Ability to wear required PPE, including hard hat, safety glasses, and steel-toed boots.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and around active construction sites.
Come on your first day with:
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field (required).
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in Texas required.
- Minimum 8+ years of experience in water, wastewater, land development, or municipal infrastructure.
- Advanced knowledge of civil engineering principles and utility infrastructure design.
- Advanced knowledge of water distribution, wastewater collection, utility system design, including hydraulic flow analysis and regulatory requirements.
- Proven ability to evaluate utility service availability, cost estimating, and managing construction-related changes.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office Suite; Familiarity with hydraulic modeling software and project management tools (e.g., Monday.com) a plus.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and regulatory documents.
- Demonstrated analytical, organizational, and communication skills; ability to provide technical leadership and mentorship..
- Valid Texas driver’s license with ability to travel up to 20% within the state.
What we offer:
Health & Wellness –
- Rich health insurance benefits with competitive employer contribution
- Free access to an online wellness resources platform
Work Life Balance -
- Start at 20 Vacation Days
- 80 Hours of Sick Time
- 13 paid holidays
- 3 weeks paid parental leave
Financial -
- Competitive 401K company contribution and match
- 15% discount on NW Natural stock through Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Up to $5250 a year in tuition reimbursement
Base salary: $112,810.00 to 180,496.00 per year, depending on qualifications
Application Process: To be considered for this position, submit a complete electronic application including cover letter and resume via our website.
https://www.careers.nwnatural.com/nwnaturalwater
Deadline: 2/5/26
Disclosure: We are a drug free workplace and we comply with Federal Drug Free Workplace Act and Department of Transportation regulations. NW Natural Water participates in E-Verify. Individuals hired will have their Form I-9 information submitted to E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system that compares information from an employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility.
All applications must be submitted through NW Natural Water’s Electronic Application System. Resumes submitted via email, fax or mail will not be accepted in lieu of an electronic application.
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
NW Natural Water does not accept unsolicited submissions or assistance from search firms for posted positions. Resumes submitted by search firms working under a valid and current written contract with NW Natural Water valid written Statement of Work in place for this position from NW Natural Water HR/Employment will be deemed the sole property of NW Natural Water. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by NW Natural Water as a result of the referral or through other means.
What you'll do
- The Project Engineer will serve as a subject matter expert in planning and construction delivery for water and wastewater utility projects. Responsibilities include preparing engineering designs, conducting feasibility reviews, and coordinating with various stakeholders to ensure project compliance and timely delivery.
About NW Natural
NW Natural (NYSE: NWN) is a local natural gas distribution company that currently provides natural gas service to approximately 2 million people in more than 140 communities through more than 800,000 meters in Oregon and Southwest Washington, with one of the tightest, most modern pipeline systems in the nation. NW Natural consistently leads the industry with high J.D. Power & Associates customer satisfaction scores.
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