Project Engineer (Water/Wastewater) at Cochran in Union, MO

About Us:

Cochran is a growing civil engineering firm with 7 Missouri offices, offering services in construction administration, materials testing, architectural and geotechnical engineering, and land surveying. Serving both public and private sectors, Cochran’s expertise spans municipal, commercial, residential, transportation, water/wastewater, site development, retail, planning, and interior design. With 120+ professionals, the firm delivers tailored solutions backed by deep expertise and is guided by core values of teamwork, excellence, quality, and trust—ensuring principal involvement and outstanding service throughout every project.

Cochran’s Union, Missouri headquarters’ location, is looking for a Project Engineer- Water/Wastewater Division to join our team.

Position Summary: We are seeking a Project Engineer with experience in water and wastewater infrastructure projects to join our team. The ideal candidate has a solid foundation in design and project coordination, holds an EIT certification, and is either actively pursuing or recently earned their Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support and lead water/wastewater engineering projects from planning and design through construction
• Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, design plans, and specifications
• Assist in project management tasks, including budgeting, scheduling, and client coordination
• Conduct field investigations and site visits as needed
• Ensure projects comply with local, state, and federal regulations
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior staff
• Review and respond to RFIs, submittals, and contractor inquiries during construction

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
• EIT certification required
• PE license preferred, or actively pursuing PE licensure
• 3–6 years of relevant experience in water and wastewater design and construction
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or other relevant design software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team

Preferred Experience:

• Municipal or utility client experience
• Familiarity with permitting processes and regulatory agencies (e.g., EPA, DNR)
• Hydraulic modeling software (e.g., WaterCAD, SewerCAD)

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses
• 100% company paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long-Term Disability insurance for employees, plus company deductible assistance
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Generous PTO plan and 7 major holidays
• Professional development and licensing support