Water/Wastewater Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater Engineer to join our growing team in Medford, Newport, or Coos Bay, OR. In this role, you will contribute technical expertise toward the planning, design, and delivery of critical municipal water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure projects. This opportunity is ideal for an engineer who is passionate about solving real‑world utility challenges, enjoys hands‑on design, collaborates well in multidisciplinary teams, and seeks professional growth in a supportive, mission‑driven environment. Join us as we help communities modernize essential infrastructure and move toward cleaner, smarter environmental solutions. What You’ll Do: Support and lead design tasks for municipal water and wastewater infrastructure, including treatment facilities, pump stations, water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, and stormwater conveyance and management systems Perform hydraulic modeling, pipeline design, site layout, grading, and preparation of construction drawings and technical specifications. Evaluate and troubleshoot system operations to develop practical recommendations for rehabilitation, optimization, and replacement Assist in project planning, alternatives analysis, cost estimating, and preparation of engineering reports and permitting documents Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including mechanical, electrical, structural, environmental, survey, and geotechnical teams, to support project delivery Support construction phase services through submittal review, RFI responses, field observations, and coordination with subcontractors Assist clients with identifying and pursuing funding opportunities, preparing supporting documentation, and navigating agency requirements Mentor junior engineers by providing technical guidance and quality review Maintain strong client relationships by delivering high-quality work, timely communication, and reliable follow‑through on project responsibilities Ensure project work is completed accurately, on schedule, and aligned with client expectations What You’ll Bring: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field PE Registration in Oregon or the ability to obtain an Oregon License within 1 year 5+ years of experience in municipal infrastructure Experience in infrastructure rehabilitation and utility coordination Proficiency with industry tools such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and hydraulic/hydrologic modeling software (InfoWater, HEC‑RAS, or similar). Experience preparing engineering reports, construction documents, and permitting packages Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including client‑facing Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and support multiple project managers Salary Range: The minimum salary for this position is $95,000 (negotiable based on the circumstances of the position and the candidate). Benefits: Flexible Work Environment Paid Parental Leave Medical Dental Vision Life and AD&D Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off + Holidays Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce. Verdantas is an EOE race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/vet #J-18808-Ljbffr