Project Engineer - Wastewater Treatment

Project Engineer - Wastewater Treatment

RK&K

paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)

United States, Maryland, Baltimore

700 East Pratt Street (Show on map)

Jun 03, 2025

RK&K's experienced, growing Water/Wastewater Group, within one of the nation's top consulting firms, is seeking to hire a Municipal Wastewater Treatment Design Project Engineer to work from our Baltimore, MD office. In this role, you will work closely with team members to lead evaluation and planning, design and construction phase engineering administration services on a variety of wastewater projects.

Essential Function

Complete designs for upgrades and expansions to municipal wastewater treatment facilities.

Prepare design calculations, process flow diagrams and costs estimates for wastewater projects

Conduct technical evaluations of various unit processes and equipment to support planning and design related to wastewater systems

Preparation and review of technical memoranda, engineering reports, presentations, drawings, specifications, and miscellaneous contract documents

Work directly with the owner, designer, project engineers and contractors.

Exceed client expectations for quality, schedule and budget

Facilitate internal and client meetings, workshops and incorporate client feedback into design documents

Demonstrate thorough understanding of QA/QC development and execution process

Demonstrate thorough understanding of contract specifications, standards, etc.

Mentor staff by training employees and supporting personal growth opportunities

Required Skills and Experience

Bachelor's or master's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field from an accredited college or university

Five to ten years of demonstrated experience working with a multi-disciplined engineering team to develop construction plans and specifications for unit processes in liquid and solids wastewater treatment

Demonstrated ability to perform hydraulic, mass balance, tank sizing and other wastewater calculations.

Demonstrated ability to complete contract documents for wastewater projects.

Self-motivated, able to successfully deliver projects on time and on budget

Ability to deliver on multiple tasks with competing priorities

Strong interest in wastewater treatment process design

Passion for quality work and client service

Preferred Skills and Experience

Professional Engineer registration

Experience working with municipalities in the Maryland, Virginia, Delaware, and Pennsylvania regions

Other Duties

This job description indicates the general nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under ADA). It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities and duties required by the employee. Other duties are assigned as required.

What We Offer

RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Health , dental , vision , life and disability insurances

Matching 401(k) plan

Paid Holidays

Much Much more!

Why RK&K?

As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To our clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned our reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.

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Salary range: $48.00-$60.00 per hour