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Engineer III/IV - Water and Wastewater Vertical Design
Join our team as a Water and Wastewater Vertical Asset Design Engineer as an Engineer Ill. Here you will provide oversight and embody Utilities’ Owner’s Engineer for various vertical projects, partnering with a project manager from Utilities’ Project Management department. The body of our work includes water and wastewater treatment plants, pump and lift stations, storage tanks, and dams and their reservoirs. This job will allow you to work operationally on location for these projects and in close collaboration with a variety of internal as well as externally contracted experts. The diversity of Colorado Springs Utilities' water and wastewater system provides our engineers with intellectually challenging and rewarding work!
Take a look at what our system has to offer...
- Nearly 10,000 monitoring points;
- 2,500 miles of potable water pipelines;
- Nearly 250 control valves and 20 pressure monitor sites, over 40 pressure zones;
- More than 25 potable water pump stations;
- About 30 potable water storage tanks;
- Six water treatment plants;
- Over 200 miles of raw water piping;
- Three raw water pump stations, over 20 dam/reservoirs;
- Three hydroelectric generation plants;
- Nearly 30 wastewater lift stations;
- Three water resource recovery facilities.
Colorado Springs Utilities is a growing municipality seeking an experienced professional engineer. The successful Engineer III candidate will have a minimum of four (4) years of relevant professional level engineering experience, including civil, mechanical, structural, electrical, and/or controls system competencies in water and wastewater systems.
Key Areas of Focus:
- Work alongside Project Manager.
- Ensure technical quality of projects by collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.
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Responsible for all technical aspects of outsourced (contracted) design projects for raw water, finished water, non-potable water, and wastewater systems, including development of:
- Land acquisition plan (including permitting, platting, zoning, stormwater, development plan knowledge),
- Basis of design report, concept design, and other technical discipline-specific memoranda,
- Engineering calculations and modeling,
- 30/60/90/100-percent design drawing sets and specifications
- Engineering cost estimates,
- Permitting plan,
- Standard operating procedures,
- Commissioning and startup plan.
- Leads quality control activities, risk evaluations, and constructability reviews.
- Provides construction oversight as Owner’s field engineer.
- Attends factory testing and approves material and equipment.
- Oversees commissioning and startup of instrumentation, equipment, and systems.
- Leads asset integration.
Who You Are… The most successful candidate will have extensive hands-on, demonstrated experience in water and wastewater system design; experience networking, and fostering collaboration between different groups and interests. A bachelor of science degree or higher in engineering and a Colorado Professional Engineering (PE) License (or reciprocity within six months of hire) is required.
Preferred experience of an Engineer III:
- Engineering experience of water and wastewater treatment and its systems.
- Thorough understanding of the Project Technical Lead role.
- Hydraulic analyses and modeling, including transient analysis.
- Alternative to hydraulics knowledge, electrical and/or controls knowledge.
- Alternative to hydraulics knowledge, water and/or wastewater treatment knowledge.
- Salary range: $131,733 to $138,319
Preferred experience of an Engineer IV:
- Leadership experience.
- Engineering experience of water and wastewater treatment and its systems.
- Has official filled the role of a Project Technical Lead or Project Manager.
- Salary range: $159,467 to $167,439
A valid, non-restricted driver's license is required for this role.
What does this opportunity offer? The chance to utilize and share your leadership skills, industry and institutional knowledge, and subject matter expertise to lead a team of engineers and operators. Work for one of the largest four-service utility providers in Colorado and our nation. You will have the opportunity to build and maintain relationships and collaborate closely with internal stakeholders such as Springs Utilities’ Operations Division, Planning, Environmental Services, construction, and asset integration, as well as external stakeholders to include partnerships, community groups, non-governmental organizations, industry groups, developers, and vendors.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (1/3 of the time), and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, or pull objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary only if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other criteria are met.
- Positions in this class typically require talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions within an office working environment.
Who We Are:
Colorado Springs Utilities, a four-service utility provider with a 100-year reputation of integrity, gives you an experience unmatched by other utility companies. We continuously strive to stay ahead of the business curve with our established priority to update and incorporate state-of-the-art technology and provide a work culture dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and synergy. In fact, we were recently awarded the Diamond Designation from the American Public Power Association (APPA), recognizing our utility for having some of the highest ratings in reliability, safety, workforce development, and system improvements among the more than 2,000 public utilities in the nation. Nestled at the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is the perfect blend of mountain and city living. With over 300 days of sunshine a year, you will enjoy nature at its finest while residing in the sixth most desired place to live in the United States (according to U.S. News & World Report, 2021).
Our Commitment to Our Employees…
Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We don't just say people are important – we prove it! That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.
Time Off to Recharge
- Vacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure
- Personal Leave –3 days per year
- Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year
- Sick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needs
- Vacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually
Health & Wellness – Benefits elected are effective the first of the following month
- Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility
- Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost
- Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan
- Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy
- Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses
- Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP
Financial & Retirement Security
- Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind
- Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans
- Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available
- Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans
- Long-Term Care Insurance: Available for purchase to support extended care needs
Additional Support
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance
- Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually to support continued education
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness
ATTENTION:
- All positions will be posted for a minimum of 5 calendar days.
- Starting pay will be based on the successful candidate's experience, education, and training; however, those with limited direct experience could start below the posted pay range.
- If a single pay rate is posted, the job starts at that rate regardless of previous experience, education, and training.
- Colorado Springs Utilities does not sponsor work visas of any kind, including H-1B, TN, or F-1 student visas (with or without OPT or STEM work authorization), or any other employment-based visas. All eligible applicants must be authorized to work in the United States, and work authorization must not be based on employer sponsorship of a work visa.
Colorado Springs Utilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Colorado Springs Utilities is committed to the principles of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity in accord with Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act, 38 U.S.C. § 4212, as amended (VEVRAA), and § 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (§ 503). In addition, no person shall be unlawfully discriminated against because of race, color, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation), age, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic information, marital status, or any other basis protected under state or federal law. Human Resources shall assure Colorado Springs Utilities’ benefits, classification, compensation, employee development, employee relations, and employment programs, conform to current legal and regulatory requirements and the provisions of Colorado Springs Utilities’ Affirmative Action Plan in accordance with VEVRAA and § 503.
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E-Verify and Right to Work Notice. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Colorado Springs Utilities participates in E-Verify. For more information on your rights and responsibilities as an applicant, please visit: http://coloradospringsutilities.jobs/applicants-rights-and-responsibilities/. If you have a legal right to work in the United States, there are laws to protect you against discrimination in the workplace. You should know that no employer can deny you a job or fire you because of your national origin. Unless mandated by law or government contract, employers cannot require you to be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident or refuse any legally acceptable documents. If any of these things have happened to you, you may have a valid charge of discrimination that can be filed with the OSC. Contact the OSC for assistance in your own language. Call 1-800-255-7688. TDD for the hearing impaired is 1-800-237-2515. In the Washington, D.C., area, please call 202-616-5594, TDD 202-616-5525 Or write to: U.S. Department of Justice Office of Special Counsel NYA 950 Pennsylvania Ave., N.W. Washington, DC 20530.
Have a question? If you have a question about a position or need assistance from a recruiter, email us at csurecruiting@csu.org or call 719-668-7500.
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Who's Hiring
- Consor38
- Brown and Caldwell21

- Arcadis20

- McCarthy Building18

- Thomas & Hutton12

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services32
- Manufacturing3
- Construction & Real Estate3
- Healthcare & Medical Services3
- Government & Public Sector2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in Water/Wastewater engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, or chemical engineering from an ABET-accredited program
- Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification
- Experience designing or operating water or wastewater treatment facilities
- Proficiency in hydraulic modeling software such as WaterGEMS, InfoSWMM, or BioWin
- Familiarity with NPDES permit requirements and state drinking water regulations
- Experience with SCADA systems, process controls, or plant operations monitoring
Tips for Your Water/Wastewater Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume to PE licensure status
Many water/wastewater engineer postings split requirements by PE licensure, so make your EIT status or PE license immediately visible at the top of your resume. Hiring managers screen for it before reading further.
Highlight specific treatment technologies you've used
Employers want to know whether you've worked with activated sludge, membrane bioreactors, or UV disinfection, not just 'wastewater treatment.' Name the processes and the plant capacities you've operated or designed against.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists water/wastewater engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by regulatory environment
A role in a state with strict nutrient limits or combined sewer overflow consent orders requires different experience than one with looser discharge permits. Read the posting carefully and match your permit compliance and regulatory work to what the employer actually faces.
Prepare technical examples from SCADA and modeling tools
Interviewers for water/wastewater roles frequently ask how you've used hydraulic modeling software like WaterGEMS, InfoSWMM, or BioWin. Have two or three concrete project examples ready that show inputs, what you found, and what changed as a result.
Negotiate relocation terms before accepting field roles
Many treatment plant and infrastructure positions require on-site work in areas with higher cost of living or limited housing. Confirm whether the offer includes a relocation stipend, temporary housing, or remote work flexibility during design phases before you sign.
Water/Wastewater Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most water/wastewater engineers?
The companies hiring the most water/wastewater engineers right now include Consor, Brown and Caldwell, and Arcadis, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Florida, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Municipal utilities and large environmental consulting firms consistently account for the greatest volume of open roles.
How many water/wastewater engineer jobs are remote?
About 77% of water/wastewater engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most roles in this field. Design-focused and project management positions at consulting firms are the most likely to offer remote or hybrid flexibility, while operations, construction management, and plant engineering roles are almost always on-site.
How do you become a water/wastewater engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, or chemical engineering from an ABET-accredited program. After graduating, pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to earn your EIT credential, then accumulate supervised work experience in water or wastewater systems. Once you meet your state's experience requirement, pass the Principles and Practice of Engineering exam to become a licensed PE, which most senior roles require.
How do you get hired as a water/wastewater engineer with little experience?
Focus on roles posted as EIT positions or entry-level project engineer openings at environmental consulting firms, which are more likely to train new graduates than municipal utilities. Highlight relevant coursework in fluid mechanics, hydraulics, and water quality, and emphasize any internship, co-op, or senior capstone project involving treatment processes or infrastructure design. Passing the FE exam before you apply demonstrates technical readiness and separates you from candidates who haven't started licensure.
What does the water/wastewater engineer interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone or video screen focused on your engineering background and licensure status. A technical interview follows, where you can expect questions about treatment processes, hydraulic calculations, regulatory compliance, and design software you've used. Consulting firms often include a project presentation round where you walk through a past design or analysis. Final interviews at municipalities may involve a panel that includes operations staff alongside engineering leadership.
Where can I find and apply to water/wastewater engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to water/wastewater engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level, specialization, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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