Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
Skip to job details
JE
JT Engineering, Inc.
Civil Engineer - Water Resources Project Engineer
Career Insights for Water / Wastewater Engineer
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on Wisconsin data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
What they do
A Water or Wastewater Engineer specializes in the treatment and management of contaminated water. Designs sewage systems and water treatment plants.
$91,625 / year median in Wisconsin
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Ready to take your civil engineering career to the next level? Join JT—an innovative, fast-growing company making a real impact across Wisconsin. We're looking for a passionate Water Resources Project Engineer who is eager to lead projects, showcase their expertise, and help shape the future of our services. This role offers diverse project experiences, meaningful community impact, and a supportive team culture. If you're driven by growth, collaboration, and purpose, this opportunity is made for you. We're hiring for our Green Bay, Madison, Milwaukee, and Eau Claire, WI offices. The ideal candidate will have expertise in stormwater management, and hydrologic and hydraulic modeling/design. This role focuses on roadway and site drainage, playing a key role in sustainable water resource management across JT's municipal, transportation, and site development projects. Visit our website to learn about our people, culture, and community impact. Job Responsibilities Design and develop stormwater management systems (detention/retention ponds, infiltration systems, conveyance channels) ensuring regulatory compliance Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling to assess water flow, flood risks, and drainage capacity using HEC-RAS, HydroCAD, SWMM, and AutoCAD Civil 3D Collaborate with project teams to integrate water resource solutions into transportation and site development projects Prepare and review environmental reports, permits, and impact assessments, ensuring regulatory adherence and sustainability Lead and manage water resource projects, including scheduling, budgeting, and team coordination Serve as the primary client contact, providing technical expertise, ensuring project goals, and supporting proposal preparation Conduct site inspections and oversee construction to ensure design specifications are met Stay updated on industry trends and technologies, applying innovative solutions Mentor junior engineers and technical staff in water resource engineering Adhere to internal Quality Control processes to ensure accuracy and compliance Job Requirements A Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited university, emphasis on Water Resources or related field 5+ years of experience in water resources engineering, emphasizing stormwater management Professional Engineer (PE) license, or the ability to obtain within 12 months Proficiency in hydrologic and hydraulic modeling (e.g., HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, SWMM) Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and GIS software Strong knowledge of local, state, and federal water regulations Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience in watershed planning, floodplain management, green infrastructure, LID practices, and SWPPP (preferred) ENV SP or other sustainability certifications (a plus) Valid driver's license and reliable transportation Authorized to work permanently in the country Willingness to travel occasionally for work or professional development Life at