Principle Civil Design Engineer – Water/Wastewater

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking a visionary Civil Design Engineer with a Professional Engineer License – Water/Wastewater to lead and scale a brand-new civil infrastructure practice across California.

Based in the East Bay Area, this high-impact, entrepreneurial role offers up to $200,000 annually to build a dynamic team and secure municipal and industrial partnerships.

Why join the client's staff? Shape your own practice! As a Principal Civil Engineer – W/WW, you will work hand-in-hand with senior management to drive strategic growth. They will provide the marketing and administrative support you need to turn your industry vision into a highly successful business line.

Key Responsibilities

• Practice Leadership: Spearhead the strategic growth and operational oversight of the new Water/Wastewater practice in California.
• Client Development: Cultivate municipal, utility, and industrial partnerships, generating targeted annual net revenue with strong benchmark metrics.
• Project Oversight: Provide executive and technical leadership for water, recycled water, and stormwater projects from planning through construction.
• Team Building: Recruit, mentor, and build a scalable, multidisciplinary technical team.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Education: B.S. or M.S. in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Licensure: Current Professional Engineer (PE) registration in California.
• Experience: 15+ years in engineering consulting, with at least 5 years leading or expanding a water/wastewater practice.
• Network: Strong existing relationships with California municipalities, utilities, and regulatory agencies.
• Technical Chops: Proficiency in utility planning, design, hydraulic modeling, and infrastructure rehabilitation.

Compensation & Perks

• Salary: $170,000 - $200,000 annually (DOE).
• Environment: Dynamic, employee-focused firm recognized for technical excellence.
• Growth: Uncapped opportunity to build a business line from the ground up.