Civil PE Water/Wastewater

Water/Wastewater Professional Engineer (PE) — Treatment Hydraulics

Location: Fort Wayne, IN

License: Indiana Professional Engineer (PE) or ability to obtain Indiana reciprocity

We are partnered with a well‑established, highly specialized water and wastewater engineering consulting firm serving municipalities across Indiana. They are seeking an experienced Water/Wastewater Professional Engineer (PE) for their Fort Wayne office to support continued growth and a strong backlog of municipal infrastructure work.

This opportunity is well‑suited for a PE who wants to focus on treatment process design and hydraulic infrastructure within a firm where water and wastewater engineering is the core business, not just a secondary department.

What You’ll Be Doing

You will work across the full lifecycle of municipal water and wastewater projects, including:

• Water and wastewater treatment process / plant design (potable water and/or wastewater)
• Conceptual planning and feasibility studies
• Preparation of design reports and technical documentation
• Development of plans, specifications, and contract documents
• Bidding assistance and construction phase engineering support
• Hydraulic engineering for:
  • Pump stations
  • Water distribution systems
  • Wastewater collection systems
• Supporting both rehabilitation and new construction projects for municipalities throughout Indiana

Required Qualifications (Must Have)

• B.S. in Civil Engineering (M.S. or Ph.D. a plus)
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Indiana or ability to obtain reciprocity
• Proven experience in water/wastewater treatment process and plant design
• Strong hydraulic engineering experience with pump stations, collection systems, and distribution systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and within collaborative project teams
• Ability and willingness to mentor junior engineers
• Strong work ethic and organizational skills

Nice to Have (Not Required)

• Experience with GPS‑X and/or Visual Hydraulics
• Civil 3D
• Prior experience with a civil engineering consulting firm

Compensation (Based on Years of PE Licensure)

• < 5 years: $90,000 – $110,000
• 5–10 years: $110,000 – $120,000
• 10–15 years: $120,000 – $130,000
• 15–20 years: $130,000 – $150,000
• 20 years: $150,000 – $180,000

Relocation

Relocation assistance is available and is typically provided as a sign‑on bonus.

Why This Opportunity

• Clear path for advancement, including opportunities for ownership for high‑performing engineers
• Firm is 100% focused on water and wastewater engineering
• Strong, stable municipal client base across Indiana
• 18 months of backlog and consistent project flow
• Opportunity to work alongside top‑tier water/wastewater engineers
• Assigned mentorship and ongoing professional development
• Annual performance reviews and pay increases
• Competitive benefits, including:
  • 401(k) with 50% match up to 6%
  • Profit sharing (historically 3–6% of salary)
  • Annual performance bonus

Work Environment

• Collaborative, team‑oriented culture
• Leadership actively involved in engineering and project delivery
• Business casual dress
• Deadline‑driven at times, but supportive and flexible

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Fort Wayne, IN.

The pay range for this position is $120000.00 - $180000.00/yr.

Competitive base salary Medical, dental, and vision insurance Long-term and short-term disability insurance including maternity leave Supplemental insurance AD&D coverage Matching 401(k) & profit sharing Annual performance bonus Additional incentive pay for each hour worked in excess of the 40- hour schedule Paid time off and holidays Flexible scheduling Professional development opportunities Employee outings

This is a fully onsite position in Fort Wayne,IN.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 27, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $110,000 - $120,000