Water/Wastewater Engineer
US$100,000 – US$150,000 / yr base salary
Posted 16 Sep 2026
Advertised as “Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer”
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- Expected experience
- 10+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Employment
- Hybrid
| Base salary | US$100,000 – US$150,000 / yr |
|---|
CertificationsProfessional Engineer
Field of studyChemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
CertificationsMaster of Business Administration, BCEE, Project Management Professional, LEED, ENV SP
Field of studyCivil Engineering, Environmental Engineering
Study levelMaster's
Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.
We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.
Role description:
Arcadis is currently searching for a Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer with a minimum of 10 years of experience to join our team. This hybrid role is based out of our Indianapolis location.
This position will utilize your expertise and technical knowledge of water/wastewater evaluations, design & construction to serve as a Lead Technical Designer, Task Manager and/or Project Manager on local projects. This is a ‘hands-on’ role with an expectation of leading tasks and projects, managing staff, working directly with clients, and participating in business development activities.
Role accountabilities:
In this role, you will serve as a Project Manager and technical leader responsible for the successful delivery of municipal water and wastewater projects from planning and design through construction. You will lead multidisciplinary teams in the development of water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations, stormwater systems, and distribution and collection networks, while providing technical oversight, client management, and mentorship to engineering staff. This position offers the opportunity to drive project execution, expand client relationships, support business development efforts, and help grow the technical capabilities of the team while delivering innovative solutions for municipal clients. Responsibilities include:
- Lead the planning, design, and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including treatment facilities, pump stations, stormwater systems, and distribution/collection networks.
- Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, cost estimates, and construction deliverables to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
- Support client management, proposal development, business development initiatives, and participation in professional organizations and industry events.
- Provide technical leadership, perform complex engineering analyses, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior staff, and uphold quality standards for water and wastewater design and construction projects.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering or a related field of study
- 10 years of progressively responsible experience