Water Engineer 2 at RETTEW – State College, Pennsylvania

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.

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