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43066BR

Requisition ID:

43066BR

Business Unit:

TSU

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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Job Title:

Mid-Career Engineer - Water/Wastewater Design | $10K Welcome Bonus!

Group:

WSO

Employment Type:

Regular

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.

Why CDM Smith?:

Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith)

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 Site Location:

Ohio - Columbus

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.

Amount of Travel Required:

5%

Assignment Category:

Fulltime-Regular

Visa Sponsorship Available:

Yes

Skills and Abilities:

What Sets Your Talent Apart

•Strong design experience in pipe and plant work for municipal water/wastewater infrastructure.

•Ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes and deliver practical, sustainable solutions.

•Passion for collaboration and client engagement.

•Drive to innovate and contribute to technical knowledge through research and publications.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information:

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

Additional Compensation:

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Work Location Options:

Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.

Massachusetts Applicants:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.