3D Design, ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), Analysis Skills, Audio Engineering, AutoCAD, Budgeting, CADD (Computer-Aided Design and Drafting), Civil Engineering, Communication Skills, Construction Support, Documentation, Documentation Review, Driver's License, Engineer in Training (EIT), Engineering, Engineering Consulting, Engineering Software, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Regulations, Hydraulic Engineering, Land Development, Mentoring, Natural Gas, On Site Support, Organizational Skills, Professional Engineer, Project Development, Project Execution, Project/Program Management, Public Health, Regulations, Research Skills, Software Administration, Software Design, Team Player, Technical Writing, Technical/Engineering Design, Training/Teaching, Water Reuse
LOCATION
Mechanicsburg, PA
POSTED
30+ days ago
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Job Type
Full-time
Description
RETTEW is seeking an Engineer II to join our Municipal Team with a focus on drinking water and wastewater systems. This role is ideal for an engineer who is building confidence in technical design and ready to advance their career by taking on increasing responsibility while working alongside experienced engineers and project managers. Your work will directly support infrastructure that protects public health and strengthens communities.
About RETTEW
RETTEW is a 100 percent employee-owned engineering consulting firm serving clients across transportation, water and wastewater, environmental, energy, and land development markets. We combine technical expertise with strong relationships to deliver practical, forward-thinking solutions. Our culture is built on acting like owners, valuing relationships, and exemplifying excellence in everything we do.
Work Environment
Workplace Designation: In-office
Locations: State College, PA; Mechanicsburg, PA
Position Summary / What You'll Do
As an Engineer II on the Municipal Team, you will evaluate, select, and apply standard engineering techniques to support drinking water and wastewater infrastructure projects. You will also be a part of our Team's industry-leading project work in water reuse, anaerobic digestion, organics diversion, and renewable natural gas. Working as part of a collaborative project team, you will perform design tasks, contribute to project documentation, and build technical expertise while developing sound engineering judgment.
Responsibilities / Day-to-Day
Perform moderate design tasks, including engineering computations and analysis for water and wastewater infrastructure projects
Participate in fast-paced project teams with a focus on the water-energy nexus
Prepare portions of plans, specifications, technical reports, and related project documents
Assist with the design of drinking water distribution and wastewater collection systems as well as water, wastewater, and biosolids treatment facilities
Conduct research and regulatory review related to municipal codes, permitting, and environmental requirements
Collect and evaluate field data to support engineering decisions and project development
Assist with preparation of permit applications and supporting documentation
Support project teams in maintaining schedules, budgets, and deliverable timelines
Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and regulatory agencies as part of project execution
Use standard engineering software and CADD tools to develop project deliverables
Participate in construction-phase support activities such as field visits, responding to contractor questions, and reviewing documentation
Qualifications
Required
Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related engineering degree from an ABET-accredited program
Minimum of two years of relevant engineering experience
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification
Experience supporting drinking water or wastewater engineering projects
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a project team
Valid driver's license
Preferred
Experience with water distribution or wastewater collection system design
Familiarity with hydraulic calculations or modeling software
Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar design software
Experience supporting permit applications and regulatory coordination
Progress toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure
What We Offer
Competitive salary based on experience with straight-time overtime pay.
RETTEW offers an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), giving you a real stake in the company's success and long-term value.
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement savings options.
Opportunities to grow your career through hands-on project experience, exposure to municipal infrastructure projects and emerging technologies, and collaboration with experienced engineers and project managers.
Support from our in-house training and development team, offering structured professional development, mentorship, and continuously evolving resources designed to help you build professional expertise and grow your career.
A flexible work environment that supports both productivity and work-life balance.
A culture where your work is visible and valued, you are trusted with real responsibility, and your contributions directly impact project outcomes and client success.
A collaborative, team-oriented environment where you can learn, ask questions, and continue building your technical skills without being siloed.
RETTEW is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please contact us at jperalta@rettew.com to request assistance.
Requirements
requirements listed above
About the Company
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Rettew Associates Inc
RETTEW, ranked by Engineering News-Record as one of the top design firms in the U.S., provides a wide range of engineering, environmental, surveying, planning, safety, and related consulting services. Since 1969, RETTEW has been committed to the communities and clients we serve. Growing from a single, four-person firm to more than 350 dedicated professionals with an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP), today RETTEW has a seamless network of 10 successful, well-supported offices in five states. Our multidisciplinary engineering consulting offerings span more than 100 services, providing technical solutions to support infrastructure, industry, and communities all around us. Every step of the way we are known for integrating our core values of: integrity, safety, relationships, excellence, and stewardship.
What sets RETTEW apart from the average engineering consulting firm is our ability to anticipate the impact of every step in every project. We work hard to understand and address the specific regulatory, economic, and political issues faced by clients in markets ranging from energy to transportation and a dozen others in between. This in-depth understanding of every project detail enables RETTEW to make decisions as an engineering consultant that protect our clients and our communities.
Whether it is through the water we drink, the energy that warms and lights our homes, or the roads and bridges that connect us to friends and loved ones, RETTEW is a fundamental part of the community.