Freese and Nichols is eagerly seeking a dynamic and highly motivated Water and Wastewater Project Engineer to join our innovative teams in Greenville SC, Charlotte NC, or Atlanta GA —an exceptional opportunity to lead impactful projects that shape the future of water infrastructure, collaborate with top-tier professionals in a culture that values continuous learning, and thrive within a flexible, supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and meaningful community contributions.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare design calculations, design drawings, and specifications necessary for most economical method of construction.  Seal drawings and reports as required.
• Perform independent studies and prepare reports of results and conclusions in a clear, concise manner. 
• Direct other engineers and technicians on assigned tasks and review and evaluate their results.  Present and deliver final reports to clients.
• Maintain and utilize working knowledge of accepted engineering design standards and practices in the execution of design work that will meet the client’s needs and conform to firm standards.
• Coordinate the work of drafting personnel; technicians; or other engineers on technical matters pertinent to project assignments.
• Work toward keeping current tasks within schedule and budget to fit the needs of the project.
• Provide input and coordination with other departments.
• Provide data, as required, for cost estimating, and secure preliminary equipment costs for reviews.
• Investigate new methods and implement new ideas and/or procedures that will benefit the firm and its clients.
• Serve as Project Manager for projects that primarily require work within own group but may also require coordination with other groups and the client.
• Participate in professional organizations and assist in the development of client relationships to help grow the business.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience including work requiring independent evaluation, selection, and application of standard engineering techniques. 
• Master’s degree may substitute for 1 year of experience.
• Must be prepared to undertake independent action.
• B.S. degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or relevant field required.
• South Carolina or North Carolina Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to become licensed in SC or NC within 6 months.

About Freese and Nichols

At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always).  Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.

We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service.  For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need:  developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.

Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at Benefits That Work for You), we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico and Banner Elk, North Carolina.  We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.

Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado. Learn more about working here at Working at Freese and Nichols.

Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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