| Location | Cantonment, FL |
| Salary | $68,286.40–$111,945.60 Per Year |
PROJECT ENGINEER (EI) - Maintenance & Construction
Salary
$68,286.40 - $111,945.60 Annually
Location
CWRF 2980 Old Chemstrand Rd, Cantonment, FL 32533, FL
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
2101
Department
Maintenance & Construction (21)
Division
2101 Maintenance & Construction Admin
Opening Date
08/11/2026
Closing Date
8/20/2026 11:59 PM Central
Responsibilities/Pay Grade
This position is in the Maintenance and Construction Department
JOB SUMMARY: Pay Grade: S113
This position will be responsible for performing engineering design and analysis to support permitting, construction, operation, maintenance activities, and rehabilitation associated with civil/structural aspects of water production, distribution, and storage facilities, collection systems, lift stations, as well as wastewater treatment, disposal, and water reclamation facilities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Prepares civil/structural design drawings, detailed cost estimates, material lists, technical reports, plans, and specifications for permitting, construction, and renovation of ECUA facilities.
Analyzes reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, tests, and aerial photographs on soil composition, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and other topographical and geologic data to plan and design projects.
Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform analyses, prepare engineering and design documents.
Calculates costs and determines feasibility of projects based on analysis of collected data, applying knowledge and techniques of engineering, and advanced mathematics.
Prepares or directs preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environmental impact studies, and designs for project.
Review ECUA water and wastewater permit applications.
Participates in selecting and directing engineering consultants when needed to perform certain aspects of projects.
Participates in team, permitting, construction, and other meetings and discussions related to projects.
Inspects construction sites to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications, and construction and safety standards.
Coordinates work with Regional Services and Lift Stations; maintains good working relationships with Region customers, contractors, consulting engineers and county/state agencies.
May respond to call-out work during non-working hours or emergencies.
All other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical, or other related field, and between 0 and 4 years job-related experience. (Educational documentation will be requested upon offer of employment.)
Must possess or obtain a Florida engineer intern certification within six (6) months.
Familiarity with hydraulic computer modeling software and GIS is preferred.
Employment offers to all new hires are contingent upon the job candidates successfully passing background, motor vehicle and reference checks, nicotine screening, drug screening, and post job offer physicals (that may include pulmonary testing). Offers of transfers or promotion to current ECUA employees are not subject to nicotine screening. All applicants are subject to physical assessments as required by job.
Physical Requirements/Working Environment
PROJECT ENGINEER
Most work is performed in an office environment. Time also is spent outdoors at construction sites or at water/wastewater facilities in order to monitor or direct operations or solve on-site problems, which can be moderately loud.
The employee may be exposed to noxious fumes, airborne particles, and toxic and caustic chemicals.
May be required to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities/Supplemental Information
MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED:
Computer and peripheral equipment
Calculator
Light truck or other motor vehicle
Knowledge of:
Engineering principles and practices as applied to the planning, design and construction of water and wastewater treatment facilities; wastewater pumping stations, potable water booster stations, sewer collection facilities and water transmission and distribution facilities.
Codes and standards governing water and wastewater system construction and maintenance projects; ability to plan, schedule, and supervise professional, sub-professional, technical, and administrative personnel.
Principles of training, budgeting, and project record keeping.
Skills:
Good organizational skills.
Analytical skills for prioritizing data.
Time management skills for meeting multiple deadlines.
Knowledge of matters of specialized code, rules, policy, analyses, or complex technical systems.
Ability to:
Prepare, review, and/or approve comprehensive reports; plans, contract documents, and estimates.
Participate as member of management team.
Prepare comprehensive reports, both orally and in writing.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans Preference
ECUA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion/creed, sex, national origin, disability/handicap, age, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected criteria. ECUA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
ECUA proudly supports veterans, military spouses, and their families. We recognize your unique skills and sacrifices and are committed to helping you build a rewarding career in public service. A Veterans Preference shall be awarded to preference-eligible applicants in accordance with Florida law.
ECUA offers competitive benefit choices for full-time employees and their dependents.
Benefits include, but are not limited to:
01
Are you a graduate of an accredited college or university with a Bachelors degree or higher in Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering, or other related field, and with 0 to 4 years of job-related experience? (Educational documentation will be requested upon offer of employment.) Any applicable related project or internship experience should be included on your application.
02
Have you successfully passed the Engineering Intern exam?
03
Do you have experience preparing civil/structural design drawings, detailed cost estimates, material lists, technical reports, plans and specifications for permitting, construction and renovation of water production, distribution, and storage facilities, collection systems, lift stations, as well as wastewater treatment , disposal or water reclamation facilities? Any job related experience, school projects, or internship experience must be noted on your application.
04
Please select the answer that reflects your experience using computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents.
05
Please select any of the following statements that reflect your scope of knowledge, skills, and abilities that relate to this position.
Required Question
Employer Emerald Coast Utilities Authority
Address 9255 Sturdevant Street
Pensacola, Florida, 32514
Phone (850) 969-3370
Website http://www.ecua.fl.gov