What are the responsibilities and job description for the Structural Engineer (Water/Wastewater) position at Arcadis?
Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.
We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.
Role Description:
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact through your work? Arcadis is looking for an experienced Structural Engineer to join our innovative Resilience Water team in the Midwest. This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to help shape the future of water infrastructure in response to the growing challenges of climate change, rapid urbanization, and environmental sustainability.
At Arcadis, our mission is clear: to safeguard natural ecosystems, protect vital water resources, and build resilient, sustainable communities that stand the test of time. Join us in driving solutions that make a real difference—today and for generations to come.
Role Accountabilities:
As a Structural Engineer on our Resilience Water team, you’ll be at the forefront of designing the next generation of sustainable infrastructure. From upgrading water and wastewater treatment facilities to developing shoreline protection systems and resilient stormwater and distribution networks, your work will directly contribute to building stronger, more adaptive communities.
What You’ll Do:
Key Skills & Experience:
To succeed in this role, you should bring proficiency in structural design software, particularly STAAD Pro, along with practical experience using AutoCAD and Revit. A thorough understanding of relevant codes and standards—such as the International Building Code (IBC) and American Concrete Institute (ACI) guidelines—is essential. You will be expected to demonstrate your ability to prepare and review a wide range of engineering documentation, including technical drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and project schedules. Strong written and verbal communication skills are key, especially in the context of technical writing and documentation. You will thrive in this position if you excel in a collaborative, team-oriented environment and are passionate about sustainability and innovative design solutions.
Qualifications & Experience:
Required Qualifications:
We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.
You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life, and the world around you.
Together, we can create a lasting legacy.
Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day, which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves accountable for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis, including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Arcadis offers benefits for full-time and part-time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, a reward & recognition program, and optional benefits, including well-being benefits, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days of PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $90,916 - $161,405. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project, and location.
#Resilience-NA
#Water-NA
#IND1
We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.
Role Description:
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact through your work? Arcadis is looking for an experienced Structural Engineer to join our innovative Resilience Water team in the Midwest. This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to help shape the future of water infrastructure in response to the growing challenges of climate change, rapid urbanization, and environmental sustainability.
At Arcadis, our mission is clear: to safeguard natural ecosystems, protect vital water resources, and build resilient, sustainable communities that stand the test of time. Join us in driving solutions that make a real difference—today and for generations to come.
Role Accountabilities:
As a Structural Engineer on our Resilience Water team, you’ll be at the forefront of designing the next generation of sustainable infrastructure. From upgrading water and wastewater treatment facilities to developing shoreline protection systems and resilient stormwater and distribution networks, your work will directly contribute to building stronger, more adaptive communities.
What You’ll Do:
- Lead structural design efforts for a diverse range of infrastructure projects, tailoring solutions to meet site-specific conditions, regulatory requirements, and project goals.
- Conduct structural assessments and engineering analyses to inform innovative, data-driven project strategies.
- Create high-quality technical deliverables including calculations, construction drawings, specifications, and contract documentation.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, bringing creativity and technical expertise to sustainable design solutions that align with industry codes and client expectations.
- Support project execution, monitoring scope, schedule, and budget to help deliver successful outcomes.
- Travel (up to 25%) for site visits, design meetings, and construction oversight activities —bringing your expertise into real-world application.
Key Skills & Experience:
To succeed in this role, you should bring proficiency in structural design software, particularly STAAD Pro, along with practical experience using AutoCAD and Revit. A thorough understanding of relevant codes and standards—such as the International Building Code (IBC) and American Concrete Institute (ACI) guidelines—is essential. You will be expected to demonstrate your ability to prepare and review a wide range of engineering documentation, including technical drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and project schedules. Strong written and verbal communication skills are key, especially in the context of technical writing and documentation. You will thrive in this position if you excel in a collaborative, team-oriented environment and are passionate about sustainability and innovative design solutions.
Qualifications & Experience:
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a closely related field
- 8 years of structural engineering design experience, preferably supporting water/wastewater infrastructure projects
- Master’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline
- EIT certification or PE license strongly preferred
We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.
You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life, and the world around you.
Together, we can create a lasting legacy.
Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day, which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves accountable for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis, including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.
Arcadis offers benefits for full-time and part-time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, a reward & recognition program, and optional benefits, including well-being benefits, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days of PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $90,916 - $161,405. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project, and location.
#Resilience-NA
#Water-NA
#IND1
Salary : $90,916 - $161,405