Mid-Level Water Treatment Engineer

Post Date

May 22, 2025

Location

San Diego,
California

ZIP/Postal Code

92121
US
May 31, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Perm

Category

Civil Engineering

Req #

OCC-783689

Pay Rate

$112k - $164k (estimate)

Job Description

Insight Global is looking for a Water Treatment Engineer to support an industry leading environmental engineering firm specializing in planning, designing and constructing water and wastewater facilities in San Diego, CA. This individual will be responsible for supporting project initiatives through designing, optimizing and managing the overall treatment process.
Responsibilities will include:
Conduct civil engineering tasks for water and wastewater treatment facilities and conveyance infrastructure, focusing on site design elements such as layout, yard piping, roadways, paving, grading, and stormwater systems.
Engage in engineering planning and design projects, performing conceptual and preliminary design activities, including site visits, fieldwork oversight, alternatives analysis, and report preparation.
Develop civil engineering plans and specifications.
Prepare cost estimates for various water and wastewater projects.
Create technical memoranda, reports, and electronic deliverables.
Coordinate efforts with other engineering disciplines, designers, modelers, technicians, and team members involved in specific assignments.
Participate in field activities such as pilot testing.
Conduct permitting and alternatives analysis.
Participate in field activities and site reconnaissance.
Candidates will need to be local to the San Diego County area or open to relocation.

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Required Skills & Experience

6-10 years of Water/Wastewater Engineering
Process Engineering experience withing water treatment facilities/plants
Previous experience handling budgeting, scheduling, contractual obligations for projects
Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
Registered Professional Engineer or E.I.T with ability to obtain within six months

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Registered Professional Engineer in California

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.