{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"7532fbfe7aca066e7dfd58c8","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7532fbfe7aca066e7dfd58c8","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7532fbfe7aca066e7dfd58c8","title":"Wastewater Project Engineer","description":"At Catapult, we are supporting our member, Water and Sewer Authority of Cabarrus County, in their search for a Wastewater Project Engineer. This is a fully onsite role in Concord, NC. Localnon-local candidates are encouraged to apply.\nSummary\nThe Wastewater Project Engineer is responsible for performing professional work in the planning, design, and construction of WSACC water distribution/treatment and wastewater transmission/treatment facilities. This role manages project activities for major expense and capital improvement projects, works closely with staff and local government officials from jurisdictions/entities serviced by WSACC, and coordinates with regulatory agencies at the local, state, and federal levels. The position is supervised by the Engineering Director and requires a high degree of independent project management and technical knowledge.\nKey Responsibilities:\nPlan, design, and oversee the construction of water and wastewater distribution and treatment facilities.\nManage project activities for major capital improvement projects.\nCoordinate with local government officials, consultants, engineers, and regulatory agencies.\nReview engineering plans, prepare project specifications, and manage construction administration.\nPrepare cost estimates and specifications for projects.\nSupervise and plan the work of other employees on assigned projects.\nPerform related work as needed or assigned.\nCompetenciesExperience:\nComprehensive knowledge of civil engineering principles, practices, and contract management.\nThorough understanding of processes required for implementing new data into the Flow Acceptance System.\nIn-depth knowledge of equipment and materials used in the construction of water and wastewater systems.\nConsiderable knowledge of engineering principles related to water and wastewater collection and treatment.\nGeneral knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations relating to utility system operations.\nAbility to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to present ideas and technical information.\nProject management skills, including the ability to plan and execute projects independently, and to prepare cost estimates and specifications.\nSupervisory ability to oversee the work of other employees and coordinate with various stakeholders.\nStrong interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with consultants, engineers, regulatory agency representatives, associates, and the public.\nEducation\nBachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field.\nModerate experience in water/wastewater engineering project design, engineering plan review, construction administration, project coordination, bid coordination, and contract administration.\nAn equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.\nLicenses/Certifications:\nNC Engineering Intern (EI) license required, or the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.\nProfessional Engineer (PE) license is desirable.\nValid North Carolina Driver's License required.\nEOE","company":"Catapult","rawCompany":"catapult","city":"Concord","state":"NC","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-09T14:15:22.861Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2051.02","title":"Water/Wastewater Engineers","slug":"water-wastewater-engineers"},{"code":"17-2051.00","title":"Civil Engineers","slug":"civil-engineers"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"221320","title":"Sewage Treatment Facilities","slug":"sewage-treatment-facilities"},{"code":"237110","title":"Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction","slug":"water-and-sewer-line-and-related-structures-construction"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Wastewater Project Engineer","description":"At Catapult, we are supporting our member, Water and Sewer Authority of Cabarrus County, in their search for a Wastewater Project Engineer. 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