Project Engineer

Between $97k and $143k Per Year DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Collin County $47k - $78k Per Year Project Engineer

NORTH TEXAS MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT

Occupation:

Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Location:

Wylie, TX - 75098 Positions available: 1 Job #: 16996604

Source:

WorkInTexas

Posted:

03/30/2026

Updated:

04/02/2026

Expires:

04/29/2026

Web Site:

WorkInTexas Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Education Bachelor's Degree Experience 1 Month(s) Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Benefits Help for . Description Position Summary The Project Engineer (Planning)isresponsible formanaging planningprojectsandproviding technical support to the activities related totheDistrictsplanning andcapital improvement programs (CIP)function. The Districts Planning/CIP function leads the water and wastewater systems master planning and capital program portfolio development (identify,defineand implement capital projects), communicates and collaborates with Member Cities,Customersand other agencies to plan future needs, and provides technical support to engineering and operations departments on capital projects and system operations. Job Responsibilities Assembleand preparepopulation and demandprojectionsfor regional facilities for water,wastewaterand solid waste systems. Maintain databases of information on historical flow/tonnage data for the regional water,wastewaterand solid waste systems. Perform modelanalyses for master planning efforts for regional water and wastewater systemsand provide recommendations on capital improvements. Manage,developand review planning studies for request for service in water,wastewaterand solid waste systems for groupsof cities, single cities, and portions of single cities. Reviewand processnew project nominations and validationsfor water, wastewater and solid waste systems,create and update cost estimates, andincorporate new projects into theCIPusing project management software. Prepare reports for planning status and for updatestotheCIPand presentfindings and recommendations to interested parties. Participate in project design review meetings and construction progress meetingsand provide technical support as needed. Provide technical support for Customer contracts development. Perform other relevant water, wastewater and solid waste planningtasksassignedby the supervisor.

Job Requirements Education & Experience:

Degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or other related engineering field received from an accredited college or university. Possession of a Professional Engineering registration for a minimum of two years or a minimum of 6 years progressive experience in project management of water and wastewater infrastructure. Possession of a Texas Professional Engineer (PE) license, or current licensure as a Professional Engineer in another state and the ability to obtain Texas PE licensure within six (6) months from the date of hire. Experience in water/wastewater process, treatment, pumping, collection (wastewater), transmission (water) pipeline design and construction; or electrical experience with medium voltage and low voltages systems. Experience utilizing engineering design and project management software.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or other related engineering field received from an accredited college or university. Possession of a Professional Engineering registration for a minimum of two years or a minimum of 6 years progressive experience in project management of water and wastewater infrastructure. Possession of a Texas Professional Engineer (PE) license, or current licensure as a Professional Engineer in another state and the ability to obtain Texas PE licensure within six (6) months from the date of hire. Experience in water/wastewater process, treatment, pumping, collection (wastewater), transmission (water) pipeline design and construction; or electrical experience with medium voltage and low voltages systems. Experience utilizing engineering design and project management software. Environmental and Physical Working Conditions Driving a District vehicle for business may be required. Employees required to drive as part of their job duties are responsible for maintaining a current, valid, and vehicle - appropriate driver' s license of their resident state. Moderate physical labor and considerable mental attention required with some eyestrain. Generally desirable conditions with some outside visits to work-sites with varying environmental conditions. Considerable time can be spent working with and viewing a computer screen. Considerable time viewing plans, specifications and reading reports and correspondence. Time will be spent at construction sites, traversing rough terrain, climbing stairs and ladders to access structures. Equipment used includes calculators, computers and some field survey equipment. Thank you for considering a career with us! We value diversity, equal opportunity, and a positive work environment. We are committed to providing a rewarding and fulfilling career with opportunities for growth and development. If you are passionate about making a difference and contributing to a dynamic and growing organization, we want to hear from you. Apply today and lets explore the potential of working together to provide affordable, safe and reliable water, wastewater, and solid waste management services to the North Texas region. Job Details Pay Type Salary Hiring Min Rate 96,897 USD Hiring Max Rate 143,408 USD Scan this QR code and apply! Download