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Project Engineer - Water/Wastewater

McKim & Creed, Inc.
Raleigh, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 5/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/19/2026

OVERVIEW:

McKim & Creed has an exciting opportunity for a Project Engineer to join our Water/Wastewater group in our office in Raleigh, NC.  The Project Engineer will provide technical and design services in support of water infrastructure projects (water and wastewater treatment, water distribution and wastewater collection/pumping).

DURING YOUR WORKDAY, YOU WILL:

  • Provide technical and design services in support of water infrastructure projects (i.e. water and wastewater treatment, water distribution and wastewater collection/pumping).
  • Responsibilities include: complete water and wastewater master planning, conduct preliminary and final engineering evaluations, prepare various reports, produce design drawings, prepare technical specifications, and prepare permit submittals for engineering projects.
  • Must be able to work as part of a project team.
  • Be responsible for various tasks on several concurrent projects and must be able to follow these tasks through to completion within the allocated period of time and the monetary budget assigned.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

  • BS in Engineering with NC PE registration or the ability to acquire a NC PE quickly via reciprocity.
  • 4 years of experience in municipal engineering water and wastewater design.
  • Technically competent, a team player and good communications ability required.
  • Must be self-motivated and work independently to complete work assignments.
  • Have proficient knowledge of utility design including water and wastewater and good understanding of current rules and regulations.
  • Requires a valid driver's license and an acceptable motor vehicle, drug screen and criminal record. 

WHAT WILL MAKE YOU STAND OUT:

  • Solid communicator, able to take and understand directives from PM and coordinate efforts with design team.
  • Strong writing and verbal skills.
  • Experience with water and wastewater modeling analysis.  Utilization of software such as Bentley WaterGEMs and SewerGEMs, Innovyze Infowater and Infoworks.

WHAT WE OFFER: Join a company that puts its employees first.
Ranked as one of the Best Firms to Work For, here are just some of the reasons to become part of the McKim & Creed team:

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): All employees are owners & benefit from profits earned.
  • Competitive pay paid holidays, bereavement, and parental, medical, and military leave
  • Multiple office locations to work from: Stick close to home or travel for a change of scenery.
  • Growth opportunities & training: Grow confidently in your career with our mentoring & training options.
  • Professional development: Tuition reimbursement, early career professional program, online courses & more
  • Work that makes a difference: See the direct impact your work has on our communities.
  • Collaborative, supportive team: People to help you solve problems, cheer successes & encourage you along the way.

 

McKim & Creed is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status and maintains a Drug Free Workplace.

 

 

 

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