Project Engineer

Position Overview

Location: Michigan & Ohio Offices
Spicer Group is actively seeking a highly talented and self-motivated Project Engineer to join our Drinking Water/Wastewater Service Group. The Project Engineer specializes in drinking water and wastewater systems, leading the technical design, analysis, and delivery of water infrastructure projects. In this role, you will manage design teams, coordinate with clients and contractors, ensure regulatory compliance and quality, and guide field activities from feasibility through commissioning to deliver safe, resilient, and cost-effective water solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with leading technical design and delivery of drinking water and wastewater projects including permits, hydraulic modeling, treatment process design, pump stations, pipelines, OA/SCADA integration, GUDI considerations, headworks, disinfection, residuals management, and nutrient removal as applicable.
• Conceptualize the initial design approach for major phases of large projects.
• Lead or participate in feasibility studies, alternatives analyses, screening-level designs, perform sizing, hydraulic modeling, contaminant and compliance analyses.
• Participate in the preparation of construction drawings, engineering calculations or models, technical specifications, and cost estimates.
• Provide project-specific technical information to design staff and project managers for incorporation into project specifications and construction drawings.
• Interface with clients to gather requirements, present technical findings, offer procurement support, and assist with bid evaluation and contract administration.
• Support, review, and coordinate with CAD team members.
• Coordinate and communicate with team members, clients, contractors, outside consultants, and utility companies.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (e.g., Safe Drinking Water Act, Clean Water Act), permits, and design standards (AWWA, EPA, TCEQ/DEQ, NFPA, OSHA).
• Conduct periodic construction site visits to review conditions.
• Prepare written correspondence, technical specifications, and reports in accordance with company and client standards.
• Promote health, safety, and environmental stewardship on all projects.
• Serve as project manager on projects of limited scope or supervise technicians, designers, administrative personnel, or entry-level engineering staff as needed.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Ability to interact professionally with internal teams, clients, and contractors.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Capable of multitasking across different project tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to lead and develop a team of engineers and technicians.

Qualifications:

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification preferred; pursuit of P.E. or equivalent licensure encouraged.
• 4+ years of experience in drinking water and/or wastewater engineering, including design, construction, environmental design, project budgeting, and administration.
• Understanding of treatment processes for drinking water and wastewater.
• Proficiency with hydraulic and process modeling software (e.g., WaterCAD, WaterGEMS, SewerCAD or similar).
• Experience with design software including AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and GIS.

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options
• 401(k)-match program
• Paid Holidays
• Sick and Vacation Days
• Profit Sharing
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Excellent Working Conditions
• Work-Life Balance
• Fitness Reimbursement