Water & Wastewater Engineer
Location: Saginaw, Lansing, Farmington Hills, or Grand Rapids, MI
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role
Fishbeck is seeking a skilled Water & Wastewater Engineer to join our growing team. This position involves a mix of design and field work, with immediate needs focused on field-based construction support for water and wastewater treatment projects in Mid-Michigan. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience in inspection, construction observation, or resident project representation (RPR) and a strong understanding of treatment plant design principles.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform field inspection, observation, and documentation for water and wastewater treatment plant construction projects.
- Assist with design tasks, including evaluations, calculations, and preparation of plans and specifications.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams across Fishbeck offices.
- Support engineering staff with data evaluation, report preparation, and project coordination.
- Interact directly with clients, contractors, and project stakeholders to ensure quality and consistency.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in water/wastewater engineering or construction-related roles.
- Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering is preferred; candidates with a Construction Engineering or Technician background or will be considered with relevant experience.
- Experience as an Inspector, Resident Project Representative (RPR), or in other field-related roles on water or wastewater treatment projects preferred.
- Experience with water/wastewater design is a plus.
- Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.
- Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to travel to and maneuver around project sites for fieldwork and meetings.
- Normal office conditions when completing design or documentation tasks.
- Visual acuity and ability to use standard office and field equipment.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Why Fishbeck?
Fishbeck is one of the premier professional consulting firms in the nation, with 20 regional offices and more than 700 staff members. Engineering, environmental sciences, architecture, and construction management are the cornerstones of Fishbeck's services and integrated project approach. We are a hands-on and design-orientated practice with the technical capabilities and understanding to take the largest projects from internal concept to completion. Our team of experts takes pride in our commitment to reliability in design, connection to our clients, and creativity at our core.
Fishbeck is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber
Oct 23, 2025