Senior Project Engineer

Senior Project Engineer – Water & Wastewater

Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is hiring a Senior Project Engineer – Water & Wastewater for our Jackson, MS office. The focus of this position is providing planning, design and technical assistance to Discipline Manager and other members of design team in delivering projects within budgetary and time constraints.

Your Primary Responsibilities Will Include

• Performs engineering analyses and evaluations (primarily computer-based) in support of the planning and design of civil works projects, including but not limited to the following areas:
• Water distribution system and sanitary sewer collection system hydraulic modeling;
• Pump station modeling and analysis for well pumps, sewer system lift stations, and transmission pumping stations;
• Analysis and evaluation of treatment options for potable water and wastewater plants;
• Analysis and evaluation of water and sewer rate structures; and
• Planning, assessments and recommendations related to the need for public water and wastewater facilities.
• Performs analysis and design of water distribution systems; water supply and treatment components; sanitary sewer systems and components; transmission, treatment and disposal systems; POTWs and other projects.
• Conducts assessment and evaluation of existing system conditions and develops recommended remedial measures.
• Maintains and documents written and verbal communications with clients throughout the development and completion of a project.
• Conducts project status review with project manager and team members, checking accuracy of work completed, and monitors timeliness of project completion.
• Attends meetings on project management.
• Assists Project Managers with administrative duties concerning completion of assigned projects, including review of schedules, scopes and budgets.
• Assists Project Manager in preparation of engineering studies and reports.
• Provides technical guidance and training to members of the project team.
• Prepares project design using sound engineering principles, engineering software and tools.
• Assists in preparation of contract documents and technical specifications.
• Assists Project Manager in assuring quality control procedures are performed.
• Maintains responsibility for the accuracy of each segment of the work and the final check of the work.
• Maintains responsibility for adherence to applicable codes.
• Provides leadership, guidance, and mentoring to engineering staff.

What You'll Need

• Civil Engineering Degree.
• License as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Mississippi required. Licensure as a PE or ability to obtain such within six months in contiguous states is desired. Certifications applicable to civil engineering, water and/or wastewater plant operations desired.
• Minimum of eight (8) year's experience in Water/Wastewater-related design and experience with construction-related engineering services with at least (5) years of project management experience.
• Demonstrated experience working in Water and Wastewater field. Relevant experience shall include design of treatment facilities, collection systems, booster and pump stations, water, reclaimed water, and wastewater master plans.
• Experience with construction-related engineering services with the ability to review Shop Drawings, RFIs, issuing engineer's directives etc.
• Proficient in design using AutoCAD and Civil 3D. Advanced knowledge of MS Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project required.
• Knowledge of design, on-line reports and databases preferred.
• Understanding of and experience in the application of sustainability principles in public infrastructure.
• Superior communication skills and in-depth knowledge of company products and operations.

Why Join Our Team

We know work isn't only about what you do, it's also about who you work for and with! Waggoner Engineering provides a fun, family-friendly, and multicultural work environment that supports a work life balance, including:

• WEI Incentive Program
• Healthy Workplace Program
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Competitive Health Benefits
• Career Development and Training
• Flexible/Hybrid Schedule
• Community Service Opportunities
• Worldwide Travel Assistance

Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

About Waggoner

Founded in 1976, Waggoner has become more than an engineering firm. Our solutions are developed through a culture of integrity, service, and creativity for the benefit of our clients. Our highly skilled and diverse staff of program management, planning, economic development, and policy professionals are committed to delivering engineering excellence and creative solutions to every project across the major disciplines.

Our Vision: Aspire to be the first choice of clients and employees to provide sustainable and resilient planning, geo-spatial, engineering and disaster recovery services.

Our Mission: To improve the quality of lives of our clients, communities, and employees.

Waggoner is a multidisciplinary infrastructure and advisory firm focused on transforming communities and advancing the systems that support them. Our teams bring together engineering, science, business, environmental expertise, digital innovation, program delivery, and strategic insight to solve complex challenges facing communities, industries, and governments. We believe infrastructure is more than projects - it is the foundation of resilient communities, economic opportunity, and a stronger future. By integrating technical excellence with environmental stewardship, data-driven insights, and collaborative problem solving, Waggoner helps our clients realize what's possible and delivers solutions that create lasting impact for the people and places we serve. Our culture is built on integrity, accountability, collaboration, and excellence. We empower talented professionals to lead, innovate, and work across disciplines to deliver meaningful outcomes for our clients and communities.

Our Vision: To be the trusted partner organizations turn to for integrated solutions that strengthen communities, advance infrastructure, and solve complex challenges.

Our Mission: Transforming communities. To improve the quality of life for our clients, communities, and employees by delivering innovative, resilient, and sustainable solutions that make a lasting difference. Apply Now

Our Hiring Process

Stage 1: Applied

Stage 2: Initial Screening

Stage 3: 1st Interview

Stage 4: Offer

Stage 5: Hired

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