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Civil Engineer II - Wastewater Engineer

GBA Team
Austin, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 8/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/1/2026

Civil Engineer II: Wastewater Engineer

Build Your Future with GBA

At GBA, we're more than engineers, we're trusted partners solving complex infrastructure challenges that strengthen communities and protect the environment. Our Wastewater Environment team delivers innovative wastewater solutions while fostering a culture of collaboration, technical excellence, and continuous growth.

Why This Role Matters

As a Civil Engineer II: Wastewater Engineer, you'll help design and improve the infrastructure that supports growing communities. Working alongside experienced engineers, you'll contribute to wastewater treatment and collection system projects while building your technical expertise and progressing toward PE licensure.

What You'll Do

  • Support the planning, design, and development of wastewater collection and treatment infrastructure, including rehabilitation and new construction projects.
  • Prepare engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
  • Conduct field investigations and site visits.
  • Assist with technical reports, cost estimates, project documentation, and construction administration.
  • Apply engineering principles related to hydraulics, pipeline networks, and wastewater treatment systems.
  • Participate in project meetings, client discussions, and proposal efforts.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Work under the guidance of senior engineers while taking on increasing responsibility.

How You'll Contribute

As a Civil Engineer II, you'll move beyond learning the fundamentals and begin taking ownership of meaningful project work. You'll contribute technical solutions, collaborate across disciplines, and steadily expand your responsibilities while building the experience needed for PE licensure and future project leadership.

  • Take ownership of assigned engineering tasks from planning through design.
  • Contribute ideas and technical solutions that improve project outcomes.
  • Expand your wastewater engineering expertise through hands-on project experience.
  • Build trusted relationships with project teams and clients.
  • Develop the skills needed to advance into increasingly independent engineering roles.

What You'll Bring

Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Biological Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or a related field.
  • 2 years of relevant experience.
  • Passed the FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) exam and actively working toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure.

Technical Skills

  • Familiarity with AutoCAD and GIS software.
  • Experience in the design of wastewater systems.
  • Ability to utilize modeling software such as HEC-RAS, InfoWorks, GPS-X, and PCSWMM.
  • Knowledge of EPA, state, and local regulatory requirements.
  • Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam.

Why You'll Love Working Here

At GBA, you'll work on meaningful infrastructure projects, receive mentorship from experienced engineers, and have opportunities to grow your career in a collaborative environment.

Travel

Occasional travel to project sites, client meetings, and field investigations may be required.

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform field investigations and site visits as required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

GBA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity in our workforce by including all individuals regardless of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, or any other status protected by law.

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