Description: Wastewater Treatment Engineer

About VS Engineering: VS Engineering is a full-service civil engineering firm dedicated to delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions across the Midwest. We value innovation, collaboration, and integrity—and we’re excited to expand our capabilities into a new service area: Water and Wastewater treatment . This is your opportunity to grow with a great company and help shape the future of this new practice.

Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Civil Engineer – Water/Wastewater to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a diverse technical background and extensive client-facing experience in water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This individual will lead multidisciplinary teams, support business development, and manage a wide range of project types, from conveyance and collection systems to treatment facility design.

This is a pivotal role within VS Engineering as we launch this new service line, offering an exciting opportunity for long-term growth and leadership. The selected candidate may choose Indianapolis or Noblesville as their home office. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design and delivery of water/wastewater infrastructure projects, including treatment facilities and conveyance systems Serve as a subject matter expert in permitting, treatability studies, process optimization, and system operations Manage scope, schedule, budget, and quality for multiple projects Oversee and mentor engineering teams, coordinating with other disciplines as needed Conduct site visits and maintain strong client relationships Support business development through client outreach, proposal preparation, and cost estimating Promote safety and quality standards across all project phases Provide leadership and mentorship to junior staff and contribute to a collaborative team environment

Why Join VS Engineering? Be part of an exciting new service line with opportunity for long-term leadership and impact Choose Indianapolis or Noblesville as your home office Work with a supportive and talented team in a culture that values professional growth and innovation Competitive salary, benefits, and resources to support your success A chance to help shape the future of a respected firm with a strong regional presence Requirements: Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering (master’s degree a plus) Professional Engineer (PE) license required 7–10 years of progressive experience in water and wastewater treatment infrastructure projects Proven ability to manage complex, multi-disciplinary projects and teams Strong communication and interpersonal skills for client and team interactions Expertise in current engineering technologies, codes, and practices relevant to water/wastewater systems Self-starter with a collaborative mindset and leadership potential

What You’ll Contribute: A problem-solving mindset, using creativity, engineering expertise, and collaboration to tackle complex challenges. Strong communication skills, with the ability to discuss timelines and technical details with clients, agencies, and internal teams. A thorough understanding of codes, regulations, and design standards in relevant jurisdictions. Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work. A service-oriented attitude, dedicated to improving communities through civil infrastructure innovation.

Our Mission We serve the communities we live in, with focus on our core values: Client Focus | Trust | Work Hard. Together | Knowledge

Are you ready to build the future? Apply today and take the next step in your civil engineering career.