Water/Wastewater Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Ardurra is seeking a Public Works Design Engineer with 3+ years of experience to join our Spokane, WA or Coeur d'Alene, WA team!

At Ardurra, we’re more than an engineering and consulting firm—we’re a team dedicated to shaping the future through smart solutions and strong partnerships. Our mission is simple: empower our people to deliver innovative, sustainable projects that make a real impact on communities. Guided by our core values—Client Driven, Uniquely Nimble, Low Bureaucracy, Team Collaboration, Unlimited Opportunities, Relationship Focused, and Entrepreneurial Spirit—we foster a culture that puts people first.

Primary Function

Do you want to see the tangible results of your designs in the communities where you live and play? At Ardurra, you’ll collaborate with experienced mentors while enjoying the freedom to pitch fresh ideas, try new technologies, and take real ownership of project tasks. From safer roads to resilient water systems, your contributions will directly benefit local communities—all within a supportive culture that values curiosity, collaboration, and work‑life balance. Grow Your Career with Mentorship, Community Impact, and Entrepreneurial Freedom at Ardurra in Spokane, WA or Coeur d'Alene, ID.

Primary Duties

• Work closely with experienced mentors and senior engineers
• Engage in diverse public‑works projects with tangible community impact
• Assist in client communications, project coordination, and team collaboration
• Develop and enhance technical skills in modeling, design, and construction

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• EIT certification required; actively pursuing Washington or Idaho PE preferred
• 2‑4+ years of Water/Wastewater or public‑works design experience
• Exposure to computer modeling (pressurized/gravity networks) preferred
• Familiarity with local land‑use codes and permitting processes beneficial
• Strong interpersonal skills and eagerness to collaborate and learn
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving abilities

Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation is based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. The expected salary range for this position is $80,000 to $110,000 annually. The firm also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, and a 401(k)-retirement savings plan.

Why Ardurra?

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.

Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

Ardurra does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agency Agreement, Ardurra will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. If a resume or candidate is submitted to any hiring manager without a previously signed agreement, Ardurra reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. These candidates will be considered property of Ardurra. We’re not currently looking to add any more agencies to our list of approved vendors, so please do not contact any of our managers or recruitment team with sales calls or details of your candidates.

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