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Water/Wastewater Engineer

Rinker Design Associates
full-time
Nashville, TN
Posted 10/22/2026

Job Description

**We're looking for a Water Resources Engineer to join the HMB team! **


**Engaged professionals lies at the heart of our vision statement. That’s why we strive to create a work environment that challenges and inspires our employees, igniting their passion and drive to achieve greatness each and every day. ** Opportunities available in Nashville TN, Frankfort KY, Lexington KY, Louisville KY and Indianapolis IN

$5K Sign on Bonus

  • Excellent compensation package
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Ability to work hybrid work schedule
  • Competitive holiday and paid-time-off programs
  • 401(k) Plan and Match
  • Competitive health, vision and dental insurance premiums
  • Company-furnished life insurance
  • Short and Long-term Disability
  • Parental Leave
  • Variety of voluntary benefit options
  • Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • and More #LI-MK1

Pay Transparency The base salary range for this role is indicated in the posting. This range reflects the company’s good faith estimate of the compensation for this position at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity, and geographic location.

  • Design systems to safely, efficiently, and effectively transport drinking water and/or wastewater to and from end users, including pumping and storage projects

  • Assist senior design staff in design of water and/or wastewater treatment plant projects

  • Review and analyze drainage systems for storm water or floodplains to ensure safety of the ecosystem and public; designs necessary conveyance systems to safeguard the area.

  • Assess the need for drinking water and/or wastewater treatment systems based on current and projected future population and/or development demands; conducts feasibility studies for the construction of public utility infrastructure to meet identified needs

  • Analyze, or assist with analysis of, various water and/or wastewater treatment technologies, and recommend the most effective method

  • Design and develop specifications for various pumping and force main systems

  • Collaborate with contractors and government agencies regarding construction of assigned projects

  • Ensure design and equipment specifications comply with applicable local, state, and federal guidelines and codes

  • Conduct feasibility and related studies regarding the collection, treatment, or distribution of water or wastewater, and prepare written technical reports

  • Provide clients with technical support and subject matter expertise on water resources related issues

  • Conduct appropriate cost-benefit analyses for assigned projects.

  • Align with marketing team on RFPs, presentations and scoping projects

  • BS or MS in Civil Engineering

  • Registration as a licensed Professional Engineer

  • Experience designing water treatment plants, in part or in whole, a plus

  • 5+ years of experience in public infrastructure projects related to Water Resources field

  • Project and / or Client Management experience is required

  • Ability to guide junior staff as well as participate in the design and detailing of all aspects of small- to large-scale multi-discipline water/wastewater projects of varying technical complexity

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication, as well as time management skills

  • Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet deadlines and other assigned project parameters

  • Detail-oriented team player with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment

About the job

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Salary

$85,000 - $115,000 / year

Job Type

full-time

Location

Nashville, TN

Category

Water / Environmental
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