Project Engineer III

Essential Utilities, Inc.

. Provide direct project management support in the design and construction management of capital projects for Aqua Texas .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeAustin • Texas • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $140,000 - $155,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide direct project management support in the design and construction management of capital projects for Aqua Texas
Manage third-party consulting design firms
Prepare technical, bidding, and contractual documents for assigned capital investment projects
Oversee design scope and quality to meet Company standards for capacity, performance, reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance
Serve as senior technical manager for water and wastewater treatment process design and review, water resource assessments, safe yield analysis, hydraulic and pumping evaluations, and risk assessments
Conduct technical reviews of water and wastewater treatment and conveyance designs
Manage capital project delivery from planning through construction, commissioning, and initial operation
Recommend and support pilot studies and investigate new treatment technologies
Work with Operations Teams to optimize existing treatment processes and apply new technologies
Participate in statewide capital planning and prioritize water and wastewater treatment needs
Coordinate strategic water and wastewater system studies, including Master Plans and specialty studies
Assess system capacity, asset condition, facility performance, resiliency, and operational efficiency; recommend improvements
Conduct process evaluations and facility inspections to identify capital improvements and develop design concepts for treatment facilities
Develop, review, maintain, and communicate water and wastewater treatment design and operational standards and guidance
Support source change and corrosion control program
Support engineering forensic and root cause analyses
Support plant Operations Teams during process startups, process upsets, and emergency response
Represent the Company with regulators, government officials, agencies, customers, and industry groups
Participate in conferences, regulatory workshops, business development, rate case testimony, and technology research
Serve as a subject matter expert in national industry and regulatory forums
Assist business development efforts related to water and wastewater processes and acquisition due diligence
Lead technical deliverables and conduct regular meetings with third-party consultants
Manage daily project delivery, including staffing, schedule, scope, and budget
Prepare planning studies and system capacity evaluations supporting operations, service extensions, and regional growth
Conduct site visits for project scoping and pre-bid activities
Maintain awareness of industry trends and advancements
Perform other assignments as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering or related engineering field required
Professional Engineer’s License (PE) in the State of Texas or ability to achieve within 6 months of hire
6+ years of professional experience in Water and/or Wastewater and budget management of projects over $1M; Wastewater preferred
Project Management experience preferred; PMI Certification a plus
Experience conducting field testing, data collection programs, and master planning for water distribution systems and sewer collection systems
Current Driver’s License and ability to drive to project sites within the assigned region, for on-site meetings and inspections, as required
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite: Word, PowerPoint, Excel
Excellent written and verbal communications skills; communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
Knowledge/familiarity in permitting processes with local groundwater conservations districts, cities, counties, flood districts, TCEQ, PUC etc.
Knowledge in public water supply and wastewater safety/design standards including AWWA, TCEQ, OSHA, NEC, etc.
Ability to work effectively in a team-fostered, multi-tasking environment
Ability to work well under pressure and with tight deadlines
Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Familiarity with modeling software platforms (WaterGems, WaterCAD, EPAet, InfoWorks / Infowater etc.) preferred but not required
Ability to occasionally traverse loose, uneven ground, industrial stairwells and perform duties in inclement weather
Ability to travel up to 20%, mostly local to the regional office

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive and comprehensive benefits package
Career growth opportunities
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities