Water/Wastewater Engineer - Project Manager

Farnsworth Group is seeking a Water/Wastewater Process Engineer to join our team. We are searching for a candidate with a solid technical background, a strong sense of project ownership, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment. Work will include planning studies, hydraulic modeling, design, permitting, funding assistance, and construction of water and wastewater projects.

What You’ll Do:

• Manage and design a variety of water and wastewater projects from planning through design, permitting, and construction
• Design water transmission and distribution systems
• Work directly with clients and a multi-disciplinary design team to manage projects
• Assist with business development activities and preparation of proposals
• Planning studies and reports for the evaluation of project alternatives and condition assessments
• Modeling for water and sanitary sewer systems
• Booster pump station and lift station design
• Involvement with regulatory strategies and negotiations with permitting

What You’ll Need:

• BS in Civil or Environmental Engineering; Master’s degree preferred
• 8-15 years of Water/Wastewater Process Engineering experience
• Professional Engineer - PE License
• Passion for water and wastewater engineering
• Strong project management, communication, and organizational skills
• Understanding of chemistry and biology for treatment processes
• Team player who can manage and contribute to multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience with water and/or wastewater modeling software such as WaterCAD, InfoWater, EPANET, GPSx preferred

Compensation to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, as well as internal and external equity.

Illinois Pay Transparency

$91,000—$149,000 USD

Who We Are:

Join Farnsworth Group, a nationally recognized architectural engineering and surveying firm where your career can thrive! For eleven consecutive years, we’ve been certified as a Great Place to Work®, and our engineers, architects, surveyors, and scientists channel their passion and expertise into making meaningful contributions to the world around us. With more than 650 talented professionals across 24 offices, we collaborate with clients ranging from small communities to some of the world’s largest brands. Our success is built on our people - their passion, creativity, and commitment to excellence. Here, you’ll find a supportive culture that champions your growth, embraces challenges, values work-life balance, and empowers you to make a lasting impact for our clients and communities. Join us and move your career forward.

A Great Place to Work Certified

For eleven consecutive years, Farnsworth Group has earned the prestigious Great Place to Work® certification—thanks to our employees! Each year, our staff participate in a survey administered by the Great Place to Work organization, measuring perceptions of credibility, respect, pride, fairness, and camaraderie. The results are benchmarked against the nation’s leading companies, and only top performers receive the certification. Insights from the survey help us continually enhance our work environment and foster a culture that makes Farnsworth Group an even greater place to work.

Full-time regular employee benefits and perks include:

• 401(k) with 100% Company Match up to 5%
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Professional Development and Training
• Mentoring Program
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness/Fitness Reimbursements
• Pet Insurance Plan
• Hybrid Work Program

Farnsworth Group appreciates that flexibility and work-life balance are important aspects of the careers and lives of our employees. Our Hybrid Work Program offers employees a flexible work arrangement while contributing to the Company’s culture and success. Please discuss with your recruiter for details.

Statement on Diversity and Inclusion:

Farnsworth Group is a collection of employees with unique backgrounds and perspectives that all come together to make us a better Company. It is our goal to recruit, hire, develop, retain, and promote a diverse group of people. Join us…and let’s make a difference, together.

Farnsworth Group, Inc. is proud to be a M/F Disabled and Veteran EEO/AA employer.