What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water/Wastewater Engineer position at Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc.?
Overview
At Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC), every team member is personally invested in serving our clients with integrity, delivering results that matter, and growing meaningful careers. As employee-owners, we’re accountable not just for our work, but for creating an environment that supports and challenges one another. Our people are our priority — and that’s what drives us to dig deeper, collaborate smarter, and build lasting relationships inside and outside of our company.
As a Water/Wastewater Engineer with our Water Resource Practice in Nashville, TN, you will contribute to a range of municipal and utility water projects, supporting the planning, design, and implementation of innovative infrastructure solutions. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop sustainable and cost-effective systems, helping communities address complex water and wastewater challenges. Project types may include water distribution and storage, water treatment facilities, sanitary sewer collection systems, wastewater treatment plants, and pump stations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare engineering reports, technical analyses, and design documentation
- Develop detailed plans and specifications in accordance with regulatory requirements
- Assist with permit applications and coordination with regulatory agencies
- Support project managers in the execution of deliverables, budgeting, and client communications
Our Nashville office, located in Franklin, TN, is home to a passionate and growing team of professionals. Just minutes from downtown, Franklin offers small-town charm with easy access to all that Nashville has to offer. Known for top-rated schools and welcoming neighborhoods, the area is a great place to grow both personally and professionally. From outdoor adventures and live music to pro sports and world-class dining, Middle Tennessee offers something for everyone.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering (M.S. preferred);
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Tennessee or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and AutoCAD;
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
About Us
We have experts! CEC is consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News-Record. We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can accomplish this while working with a team of professionals who are equally motivated to provide high levels of service to our clients and to teach you along the way.
We have support! We have a variety of Employee Resource Groups, including CEC Community – focused on giving back to the communities in which we work; CEC Ignite – focused on helping professionals early in their careers to develop their pathway; CEC iDEA – focused on inclusion, diversity, equality, and acceptance; and CEC Women – focused on creating internal and external opportunities for women to network and leverage professional experience!
We care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you – that is our goal. CEC offers you a small-firm work environment with large-firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success.
CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance.
CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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