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WASTEWATER ENGINEER

DGR Engineering
Rock Rapids, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/14/2026

DGR Engineering is seeking a Wastewater Engineer to join our water and wastewater team. Our wastewater professionals specialize in the planning, design, and construction of collection and treatment systems serving municipal, industrial, and private clients throughout the region.

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This position offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of wastewater infrastructure projects, from early‑stage planning and feasibility studies through final design, bidding, and construction administration. Typical projects include:

  • Mechanical wastewater treatment facilities
  • Lagoon systems and constructed wetlands
  • Lift stations and force mains
  • Gravity sewer collection systems

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform engineering design and analysis for wastewater collection and treatment systems
  • Prepare engineering plans, specifications, and cost estimates
  • Assist with project bidding and contractor coordination
  • Provide construction administration and construction observation services
  • Collaborate with project managers, clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (minimum GPA of 3.0 required)
  • Emphasis or coursework in:
    • Wastewater Treatment
    • Wastewater Collection Systems
  • Working knowledge of Excel and AutoCAD; additional design software experience is a plus
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively with a diverse range of clients and project stakeholders

Location Requirement

Applicants must be willing to relocate to within commuting distance of Rock Rapids, Iowa.

Qualifications:

DGR Engineering is a growing engineering firm with offices in Rock Rapids, Sioux City and Sioux Center, Iowa as well as Sioux Falls, Rapid City and Belle Fourche, South Dakota.  

 

DGR has been recognized with the Circle of Excellence award as one of the top 20% of firms for the last 12 years by PSMJ Resource, so you can work with one of the best!  DGR has also been named by the Des Moines Register as a Top Workplace since 2018.

 

DGR Engineering offers a competitive salary and benefits package with the opportunity for advancement and ownership in a challenging and professional work environment.   Our competitive benefits package includes:

 

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Company Paid Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan w/Company Match
  • Employee Profit Sharing
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays

DGR Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).  DGR Engineering complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding hiring and employment. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

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