Mid-Career Engineer - Water/Wastewater Design | $10K Welcome Bonus!
CDM Smith
Columbus, OH
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JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Columbus, OH
POSTED
30+ days ago
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Join Us! CDM Smith – where amazing career journeys unfold.
Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it’s a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family.
Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world.
Job Description
At CDM Smith, we don’t just design systems—we create solutions that improve lives and strengthen communities.
Our Columbus team is delivering transformative water and wastewater projects across the region, and we’re looking for an engineer who thrives on innovation, collaboration, and purpose-driven work.
You will play a key role in designing critical infrastructure that ensures clean water and sustainable systems for generations. Every project you touch will have a direct impact on public health, environmental stewardship, and community resilience.
How You Will Contribute
• Design with Purpose: Develop engineering designs for water and wastewater treatment facilities, sewer systems, pipelines, and pump stations under limited supervision—bringing complex ideas to life.
•Ensure Excellence: Review designs and reports for compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and uphold CDM Smith’s commitment to quality and safety.
•Collaborate & Innovate: Partner with sales teams on proposals, meet with clients to understand evolving needs, and contribute thought leadership through technical papers and industry publications.
•Lead & Mentor: Provide guidance to junior engineers, foster growth, and share knowledge through training and mentorship.
•Stay Ahead: Attend conferences and symposia to represent CDM Smith and stay at the forefront of industry trends.
Why You Will Love Working Here
•Impactful Projects: From treatment plant upgrades to regional conveyance systems, your work will make a difference.
•Growth Opportunities: Advance your career through mentorship, leadership pathways, and exposure to cutting-edge projects.
•Culture of Excellence: Join a team that values integrity, creativity, and collaboration.
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Minimum Qualifications
-Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
-Certification as an Engineer in Training (EIT) or passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam in states where an EIT is not obtainable (within 18 months of hire or promotion or transfer).
-5 years of related experience.
-Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
-Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
EEO Statement
We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Agency Disclaimer
All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.
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