Senior Planning Engineer

About American Water American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 18 military installations. American Water’s approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company’s national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders. This position is responsible for strategic long-term water and wastewater system planning and recommending projects or approaches to address needs related to source of supply, treatment, storage, pumping and transmission of water as well as collection, equalization, and treatment of wastewater. The analysis and recommended solutions will affect the performance and operational integrity of water and wastewater systems within American Water. This position is also responsible for conducting or reviewing water and wastewater system capacity and service evaluations associated with water or sewer service extension projects or other potential service growth opportunities. Prepare or assist in the preparation of detailed asset investment plans considering the cost, timing, prioritization, operational need and risk, strategic investment fit and other pertinent factors surrounding individual projects or investment programs. Key Accountabilities Coordination and preparation of strategic water and wastewater system planning studies (comprehensive or targeted, issue-based studies as appropriate) as assigned. Preparation and maintenance of asset investment plans and strategic capital expenditure plans as assigned, accurately addressing operational needs, operational efficiencies, asset management and strategic investment goals set by the Corporation based upon prioritization models. System capacity evaluations, analysis of source, production, distribution, storage, or other system deficiencies as assigned to support ongoing operations, service extension requests or regional growth opportunities. Ability to serve as a competent technical resource on Water and Wastewater System Planning matters including capital planning, source water safe yield analysis, demand/inflow projections, treatment adequacy, transmission and distribution adequacy, collection adequacy, inflow and infiltration, computerized hydraulic modeling and analysis, water conservation, regionalization, and other pertinent subjects as needed to support operational and business needs. Present results of engineering analysis to interested parties within and outside of the company, including expert testimony, presentations to regulatory agencies and Senior Company Management. Contribute to effective communication by listening and providing constructive feedback; supporting the creation of an open and honest work environment; cascading and sharing knowledge and information relevant to other members of the team and colleagues across the business. Knowledge/Skills Coordination and preparation of strategic water and wastewater system planning studies (comprehensive or targeted, issue-based studies as appropriate) as assigned. Preparation and maintenance of asset investment plans and strategic capital expenditure plans as assigned; plans to accurately address operational needs, operational efficiencies, asset management and strategic investment goals set by the Corporation based upon prioritization models. System capacity evaluations, analysis of source, production, distribution, storage, or other system deficiencies as assigned to support ongoing operations, service extension requests or regional growth opportunities. Ability to serve as a competent technical resource on Water and Wastewater System Planning matters including capital planning, source water safe yield analysis, demand/inflow projections, treatment adequacy, transmission and distribution adequacy, collection adequacy, inflow and infiltration, computerized hydraulic modeling and analysis, water conservation, regionalization, and other pertinent subjects as needed to support operational and business needs. Present results of engineering analysis to interested parties within and outside of the company, including expert testimony, presentations to regulatory agencies and Senior Company Management. Contribute to effective communication by listening and providing constructive feedback; supporting the creation of an open and honest work environment; cascading and sharing knowledge and information relevant to other members of the team and colleagues across the business. Demonstrated ability to effectively problem solve routine and non-routine issues, developing possible solutions to problems and challenges. Ability to execute with urgency, while also maintaining project management discipline and stakeholder engagement. Financial analysis skill, including budget management, business modeling, and basic accounting knowledge. Demonstrated competency in asset planning, water/wastewater system comprehensive master planning, distribution system hydraulic modeling or equivalent water/wastewater system design experience. Broad knowledge of Engineering (planning, design, construction) related to water/wastewater facilities. Working knowledge of regulatory developments, new technology and current trends in water quality, treatment, and Engineering economics. Applicable knowledge of water resources industry, business, and environmental regulatory field. Knowledge of Company Operations. Experience/Education Bachelor’s Degree in engineering (Environmental or Civil preferred) 4+ years’ experience in water resources engineering and/or planning. Professional Engineer (PE) required Valid Driver’s License Travel Requirements Periodic travel with overnight stays as required; generally, less than 20% of total time is anticipated away from office. Other Primarily office environment with occasional local / overnight work in the field. American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because they are an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr