Structural Project Engineer - Water, Wastewater, Storm Water
Dewberry
Rancho Cordova, CA · $125k–$150k a year · Posted November 3, 2026
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About the job
Job Description
Dewberry is seeking a responsible, highly motivated, and detail oriented individual to join our water structures department in Rancho Cordova, CA or Denver, CO as a Structural Project Engineer .
This position is ideal for a candidate looking to expand their technical skills on fun and interesting projects and have the upward mobility potential to advance their caree r.
Dewberry is a leading, market-facing professional services firm with more than 60 locations and 2,500+ professionals nationwide. What sets us apart from our competitors is our people. At Dewberry, we seek out exceptional talent and strive to deliver the highest quality of services to our clients. Whether you’re an experienced professional or a new graduate, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with the best and brightest and work on innovative and complex projects at the forefront of the industry. Our commitment to excellence stems from our personal integrity and from other defining attributes, which we call “Dewberry at Work,” that have inspired our employees to be successful for more than a half-century.
Dewberry offers a comprehensive and very competitive package of insurance programs to regular full-time employees and their eligible dependents the first of the month following their date of hire. The insurance package includes: medical, dental, vision, and supplemental life. Additional insurances, at no cost to the employee: life (employee only), accidental death and dismemberment, business travel and accident, and short- and long-term disability are also provided. Employees pay a share of Dewberry’s premium expenses (on a pre-tax basis) for medical and dental insurance plans.
Dewberry offers a wide range of other employee benefits, including: 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan, 529 College Savings Plans, Travel Assistance, Tuition Reimbursement, Flexible Spending Accounts and Supplemental Life Insurance for employee, spouse, and children.
Positions within our officer program are also eligible for an annual bonus and stipend. Both vary based on level within the program and bonuses are dependent upon company performance.
In addition, a host of discounted purchase programs are available to all employees.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be part of a team preforming the structural design of water, wastewater, and storm water conveyance and treatment infrastructure and support buildings. The candidate will have a water structural engineering background and familiarity with the associated software and design standards (ACI, AISC, CBC, IBC, AWWA). These facilities are typically of concrete, masonry, steel, and timber construction. The candidate will also be involved in the development of contract plans, the preparation of engineer's estimates and construction specifications, as well as performing field and office construction support services.
Required Skills & Required Experience
Minimum 8+ years of experience in the design of water and wastewater structures.
California Professional Engineer (PE) License required
Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering required
Proven track record and reputation for being highly responsive and delivering quality work.
Good verbal and written communications skills.
Strong leadership qualities and ability to coach and mentor staff.
Experience with the following design codes:
California Building Code (CBC)
American Concrete Institute (ACI) 318 and 350
American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC)
Concrete Masonry Association of California and Nevada (CMACN)
National Design Specification (NDS) Design Values for Wood Construction
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Dewberry we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for our employees. So if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the position description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may just be the right candidate for this or other opportunities.
This job posting will be open for at least 3 days from the date of posting and will remain open until filled .
*At this time, Dewberry will not sponsor a new applicant for work authorization.
*Dewberry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
* Notice to Third Party Recruiters: Dewberry only compensates job placement recruiters that have a valid Dewberry-approved written agreement in place for recruiting services. Dewberry does not compensate third party recruiters for unsolicited job placement candidate information.
Salary Range
The projected range for this position is $125,000-$150,000 annually. Depending upon other factors, i.e., skills, experience, location, market conditions, the range may vary slightly.