Wastewater Project Engineer #32695

by | Oct 27, 2026

THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION. APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO COMMUTE TO THE OFFICE IN NEWTON, MA, IN PERSON WEEKLY. 

Location: Newton, MA | Hybrid
Salary Range: $90K-$130K | Exempt
Schedule: Full-time | Monday-Friday, 9-5
Required: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering with 5+ years of relevant experience

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

About the Opportunity

A nationally recognized environmental engineering firm in Newton, MA, seeks an Environmental Wastewater Project Engineer to support innovative wastewater treatment, water quality restoration, and stormwater management projects for municipal and private clients across the United States.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering
  • 5+ years of relevant engineering experience
  • Familiarity with decentralized wastewater treatment, wastewater management, or stormwater management technologies preferred
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and strong overall computer skills
  • Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D highly preferred
  • Excellent technical writing, verbal communication, and analytical skills
  • Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently while collaborating effectively with an experienced engineering team

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop engineering designs and technical reports for municipal and private decentralized wastewater management systems under the guidance of senior engineers
  • Support the planning and design of innovative wastewater treatment systems and stormwater management solutions
  • Contribute to projects involving water quality restoration and advanced groundwater treatment for nitrogen and phosphorus removal
  • Assist with engineering activities related to project construction and operational oversight
  • Collaborate with senior engineers and project team members to develop effective, sustainable engineering solutions

Apply Today

Ready to apply your engineering expertise to innovative wastewater and water quality projects? Join a collaborative team working on specialized environmental solutions for communities and private clients nationwide. Apply today to take the next step in your civil or environmental engineering career.

Founded in 1969, JOHNLEONARD, a woman-owned business, is the premier staffing choice in Boston and beyond. We provide Temporary/Contract, Direct Hire, Temp-to-Hire, and Payroll services as part of our comprehensive service offerings. JOHNLEONARD is an equal opportunity employer committed to representation, belonging, and accessibility in the workplace. All applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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