Project Water​/Wastewater Pipeline Engineer

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Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36,000 people in over 70 countries dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role. Together we can solve complex challenges and deliver more impact.

Arcadis is seeking a Project Water/Wastewater Pipeline Engineer to join our dynamic Water Business Line in either Los Angeles or San Diego, CA. In this role you will lead and support the planning, design, and construction of water and wastewater pipeline projects for municipal, utility, and private sector clients. We work to protect natural environments and water resources while powering our world for future generations.

As a Project Water/Wastewater Pipeline Engineer, you will lead and manage the design and delivery of pipeline projects, encompassing feasibility studies, preliminary and final design, and construction support. You will develop alignments, perform hydraulic calculations, and prepare detailed design drawings and specifications for water, sewer, and recycled water pipelines. You will act as a technical point of contact for clients, attend meetings, and support business development.

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams (civil, structural, environmental, construction management) is key. You will ensure all deliverables meet Arcadis quality standards, client expectations, and regulatory requirements, and identify process improvements, value engineering, and integration of digital solutions such as BIM, GIS, and hydraulic modeling tools.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or mechanical engineering (or related discipline)
• 6-12 years of relevant experience in the design and delivery of water and/or wastewater pipeline projects
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in California, or ability to obtain within 6 months
• Proficiency with design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and hydraulic modeling tools (Info Water, Water
  
  GEMS, Sewer
  
  GEMS)
• Strong technical writing, verbal communication, and organizational skills
• Proven experience coordinating with public agencies, utilities, and permitting authorities

• Master’s degree in civil or mechanical engineering
• Experience with trenchless technologies, condition assessment, and rehabilitation of pipelines
• Experience supporting or leading construction administration
• Background in sustainability, climate resilience, and integration of digital tools (BIM 360, ArcGIS)
• Active involvement in professional organizations (ASCE, AWWA, WEF)

We empower everyone to be their best. We pioneer a skills‑based approach where you can harness your unique experience to carve your career path and maximize impact. You’ll do meaningful work and help deliver sustainable solutions for a prosperous planet.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non‑discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Arcadis offers benefits for full‑time and part‑time positions: medical, dental, and vision; EAP; 401(k); STD; LTD; AD&D; life insurance; paid parental leave; reward & recognition program; optional wellbeing benefits; adoption assistance; tuition reimbursement. Nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO accrue per year. Salary range: $92,530 – $152,675.

Los Angeles or San Diego, CA (selectable)