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Senior Water Resources Engineer

Pennoni
Pennoni Salary
Philadelphia, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/17/2026
We are looking for a Senior Engineer to help lead our water & wastewater projects on a full-time, direct basis; this person will be expected to focus on our wastewater treatment & conveyance projects. This position will be based at our office in Philadelphia, PA (but we are willing to consider alternative locations for the right candidate!).

Our team coordinates with a variety of private Land Developers, Corporations, Municipalities, Municipal Authorities, and Transportation DOT’s/Agencies in the Mid-Atlantic Region; our staff have the opportunity to work with many different clients on a variety of projects in cooperation with team members from our other offices – this approach provides an opportunity for every employee to be involved with projects where their capabilities & expertise are needed!

This person will be expected to support various projects by performing a wide range of tasks related to water/wastewater facilities: hydraulic modeling, pump stations & booster stations, wastewater treatment, water treatment, sludge processing, water intake facilities, low-pressure sewers, regulatory permitting, and plan / report preparation.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Lead a team of support staff & senior-level staff members on multiple projects to complete the design, bidding, contract administration, and construction support necessary to meet client requirements.
  • Interact with multiple clients in the Mid-Atlantic region (with a focus on Pennsylvania & New Jersey) to assist with the development of design criteria / parameters for water / wastewater facilities (including treatment, conveyance, and regulatory permitting).
  • Design / develop project plans as well as the associated technical reports, cost estimates, and specifications for water/wastewater treatment & conveyance projects; this will include coordination with regulatory agencies for associated permitting.
  • Manage projects: this includes overseeing scope, tasks, scheduling, and budgets.
  • Communicate with the team as well as with clients regarding the development / design and construction of projects.
  • Perform occasional field data collection and site visits; Construction Administration services will also be required (as needed and as appropriate).
  • Provide mentorship to other staff members in order to help improve the team.
  • Additional tasks may be assigned, as needed.

Basic Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering-oriented discipline (preferably Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering).
  • 8 years of professional experience working in Engineering, preferably with wastewater / wet utility projects.
  • PE license in PA (we will consider candidates who are able to successfully obtain their PE within 6 months of their start date).

Preferred Qualifications

  • Management and/or Project Management experience is strongly preferred; a proven track record in effective staff management / leadership with water/wastewater projects is a plus!
  • Experience working on design and regulatory permitting activities throughout the region; experience working with PA & NJ DEP’s is a plus!
  • Proficiency on all standard Microsoft Office software applications (especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
  • Excellent analytical and attention-to-detail skills.
  • Proven ability to demonstrate problem-solving skills, especially when working on a variety of projects while providing solutions to difficult issues.
  • Proven ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision while displaying a positive attitude.
  • Excellent organizational skills, especially with a proven ability to work in a self-motivated manner while effectively multi-tasking and prioritizing multiple assignments.
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal & written); effective consulting & technical writing skills are strongly preferred!

Why Pennoni?

At Pennoni, we're not just another multi-disciplinary engineering firm; we're a vibrant team of innovators shaping the future! Founded more than five decades ago, Pennoni is an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm where individuality sparks innovation and growth. We’re all about helping you build your career while fostering a great workplace culture – here, you'll work with supportive, talented teammates and find pride in your contributions. Join us to be part of a team that values your unique skills and drives excellence in every project!

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