Wastewater Engineer

Civil / Environmental Engineer (Water & Wastewater)

We are seeking a motivated Civil / Environmental Engineer to join our growing team and contribute to impactful water and wastewater infrastructure projects across Connecticut. This position offers the opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of municipal, commercial, and residential developments while collaborating with experienced engineers, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Design civil and environmental engineering solutions for sanitary sewer collection systems, wastewater pump stations, on-site wastewater treatment systems, and potable water infrastructure.
• Apply Connecticut DEEP and Connecticut DPH regulations, design standards, and permitting requirements to support successful project execution and compliance.
• Develop detailed construction plans, engineering drawings, technical specifications, and design documentation using Civil 3D, AutoCAD, and other industry-standard software.
• Prepare technical reports, engineering studies, feasibility analyses, and permitting packages to support project planning, regulatory approvals, and client objectives.
• Generate project cost estimates, quantity takeoffs, and budget forecasts throughout the design and construction lifecycle.
• Lead and coordinate local, state, and federal permitting efforts, including agency coordination and responses to review comments.
• Collaborate closely with clients, contractors, regulatory agencies, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget.
• Assist project managers in presenting engineering solutions, permitting strategies, and technical findings to municipal boards, planning and zoning commissions, regulatory agencies, and clients.
• Conduct site visits, field investigations, and construction observations to verify project conditions and support successful implementation.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification.
• Experience with water and wastewater infrastructure design.
• Proficiency with Civil 3D and AutoCAD.
• Strong understanding of civil engineering principles, permitting processes, and regulatory compliance.

Preferred:

• Experience with sanitary sewer, wastewater collection, and treatment system design.
• Familiarity with Connecticut regulatory agencies and permitting requirements.
• Strong communication and client-facing skills.

Top Skills

• Civil Engineering
• Water & Wastewater Design
• Wastewater Engineering
• Sanitary Sewer Systems
• Civil 3D
• AutoCAD
• Regulatory Permitting
• EIT Certification

Experience Level

Intermediate Level (2-6+ Years of Experience Preferred)

Why Join Us?

• Work on meaningful infrastructure projects that directly impact local communities.
• Gain exposure to all phases of project development, from planning and permitting through construction.
• Collaborate with experienced engineering professionals in a supportive and growth-oriented environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chester, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chester,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.