Civil Project Engineer

Available locations: Bristol or Johnson City, TN | Radford or Wise, VA | Princeton, WV

Salary based off of experience. Licensed with experience will be more toward $90-100k. Newly licensed will be around $80-90k. Soon to be licensed will be around $70-80k.

Are you a dedicated Civil Engineer looking to work on impactful water and wastewater projects in a collaborative and growth-focused environment? Thompson & Litton, a multi-office Engineering & Architecture firm, is seeking a self-motivated Project Engineer to join our team.

Who You Are:

You are a licensed (or soon-to-be licensed) Civil Engineer with experience in water/wastewater systems and infrastructure. You enjoy collaborating with clients, problem-solving, and leading projects from concept to completion.

What Youll Do:

Design & oversee water/wastewater lines and treatment plant projects ensuring compliance with municipal, state, and federal regulations.
Perform site visits, research, and due diligence to assess project feasibility and develop conceptual layouts.
Prepare technical specifications, construction cost estimates, and project deliverables.
Conduct quality control (QA/QC) reviews on your work and that of your team.
Ensure projects stay on schedule and within budget.
Stay up to date on local, state, and federal regulations related to municipal water/wastewater systems.
As your experience grows, mentor and train junior engineers in design, project management, and company procedures.

What You Bring:

• Bachelors Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or eligibility to sit for the exam within 6-12 months.
• 4-10+ years of experience in civil engineering, preferably in water distribution, sewer collection, or wastewater treatment plant design.
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and WaterCAD.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience designing water/wastewater treatment plants.
• Familiarity with agency procedures & funding regulations for municipal infrastructure projects.

Why Join Us?

• Established Multi-Office Firm A trusted leader in engineering and architecture serving both public and private sector clients.
• Diverse & Meaningful Projects Work on municipal water, wastewater, and utility infrastructure projects that directly impact communities.
• Career Growth & Stability 100% Employee-Owned (ESOP) firm with professional development opportunities.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits 401(k) matching, health & dental insurance, paid time off, and more.