Engineer, Project Delivery

Job Description

Job Title: Engineer, Project Delivery

Posting Start Date: 12/16/25

Job Description:

Compensation Data

Base Salary Range: $59,280 - $99,060

The base salary range represents a good faith salary range for this position. This position is eligible for annual incentive pay and has the opportunity for continued salary growth. If you are hired at American Water your base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as market, geography, skills, education and/or experience. At American Water, we are committed to pay equity.

In addition to compensation, you will be offered a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k),Defined Contribution Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, plus disability, paid time off, life insurance, voluntary benefits, health and wellness programs and much more!

American Water is also proud to offer employees learning opportunities and work experiences to grow professionally!

Primary Role

The Engineer, Project Delivery is responsible for various project delivery focused engineering tasks for water and wastewater utility system capital projects, such as design, project management, ensuring efficient and reliable delivery of services to our customers. Responsibilities may also include technical partnering and supervision over consulting engineers, contractors, technicians, and/or CAD operators.

Key Accountabilities

- Assist with leading and managing water and wastewater engineering projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

- Establish project budget and scope.

- Develop detailed project plans, designs, and specifications for water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including pipelines, treatment plants, and pumping stations.

- Conduct system capacity evaluations, analysis of water source, treatment, pumping and collection/distribution, storage, or other system deficiencies as assigned to support ongoing operations, service extension requests or regional growth opportunities.

- Assist with multiple small to medium size projects and perform varied engineering assignments associated with planning, design or construction.

- Develop technical information and concepts into feasible and effective engineering approaches.

- Support the pre-qualification and selection of consulting and construction organizations for projects using negotiation or competitive selection processes.

Knowledge/Skills

- Demonstrated knowledge of engineering design theory and practice.

- Familiarity with project management, construction and contract management, water and wastewater facilities, and utility operations.

- Knowledge of current trends in water quality and treatment and other aspects of the water industry.

- Familiarity with environmental regulatory requirements, and trends impacting the water industry.

- Sound business acumen and judgment.

- Effective quantitative and analytical skills; attention to detail.

- Effective verbal and written communications skills (e.g., report writing, listening, and presentation).

- Strong interpersonal skills (e.g., tact/diplomacy, persuasion, team building, cooperation, leadership, ability to motivate others.

- Financial analysis skill, including budget management, business modeling, and basic accounting knowledge.

Experience/Education

- Bachelor’s degree in engineering; advanced degree preferred

- EIT or 2 - 4 years’ experience in Engineering design, planning, construction, project delivery and/or project management.

- Water system and wastewater collection system hydraulic modeling experience is a plus.

Certifications & Licenses

- Valid Driver’s License

- Engineer in Training (EIT) preferred

Work Environment

- Primarily in the office with occasional work in the field at water/wastewater facilities to conduct site investigations and participate in on-site project kick-off/review meetings

Travel Requirements

- Up to 20%, as required

Competencies

Champions safety

Customer obsessed

Cultivates innovation

Nimble learning

Drives Results

Collaborates