Project Engineer Designer Needed!

At Inframark, we do more than manage water — we protect communities and support sustainable futures. Every role here has purpose, whether you’re just starting your career or taking the next step forward. We offer meaningful work, opportunities to grow, and a culture built on safety, collaboration, and innovation!

Our team members enjoy competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, holidays, sick leave, and wellness resources designed to support your work-life balance.

Take your engineering career to the next level with Inframark! We’re looking for a Project Engineer Designer in Hampton, VA to manage, design, and support instrumentation and control (I&C) systems for water, wastewater, and industrial projects. You’ll work across control panels, instrumentation, PLCs, networks, and compliance standards while contributing to projects that make a real impact in the communities we serve.

The starting salary is $85,000-$120,000 per year depending on experience.

Travel: This is a full-time role with ~20% travel for site visits and customer meetings.

Why You’ll Love Inframark

- Comprehensive benefits and wellness resources

- Competitive compensation package

- Commitment to work-life balance

- Supportive, safety-first culture

- Multiple paths to help you navigate and grow your career

- Learning and development programs, including tuition reimbursement

What You’ll Do

- Design and document field instrumentation, control panels, networks, and security systems, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and seamless integration across all project components.

- Create P&ID and ISA loop drawings while coordinating AutoCAD drafting efforts to produce high-quality, detailed design documents that meet project specifications.

- Conduct site visits to thoroughly assess conditions, evaluate equipment requirements, and provide direct support for installation and implementation.

- Lead the preparation of project submittals, oversee testing and startup documentation, and develop comprehensive O&M manuals to ensure successful project delivery.

- Collaborate closely with vendors, Procurement, and project teams to deliver reliable, cost-effective solutions that align with both client needs and project budgets.

- Provide technical expertise and guidance to support proposals, cost estimates, and sales efforts, contributing to accurate bidding and strong client relationships.

What We Need

- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, or Computer Engineering (preferred).

- Experience with instrumentation, control panel design, or networking.

- Knowledge of AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Underwriters Laboratories (UL), and National Electrical Code (NEC) standards.

- Experience with P&ID, Electrical, and ISA loop drawings required.

- Experience managing, designing, and developing comprehensive instrumentation and control (I&C) system designs for projects in the water and wastewater industry.

- Proficient in understanding both water treatment and wastewater treatment processes.

- Proficient in identifying equipment requirements within the water and wastewater industry.

- Ability to travel approximately 20% of the time.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.