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Project Engineer


Company : MSCCN


Location : Harrisburg, PA


Created : 2026-04-13


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

36442BR Service Line: Environmental Office Name: Harrisburg Job Description: The Terracon Harrisburg office WANTS YOU if you: + You are a water resource enthusiast and love clean water. + Have a desire to lead a team and grow into management + Show attention to detail. + Are proficient in design. + Are invigorated by challenges. + Enjoy communication and client interaction. + Are experienced in outdoor and office environments. + Want a career development path. u2026EXPLORE WITH US YOUu2019LL GET TO: Design potable water, domestic and industrial wastewater, stormwater, rainwater harvesting, and other water resources systems Perform engineering analyses and calculations Prepare detailed drawings Develop engineeru2019s reports and plans Assemble permit applications and other regulatory reports Develop construction specifications and contracts Perform site inspections and sampling Perform construction inspections Prepare proposals and manage projects Communicate with clients Manage team members Perform quality control review of report documents Participate in marketing and business development ESSENTIAL ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: u25cf Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. u25cf Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management. u25cf Maintain quality standards on all projects. + Perform site investigations, data collection, site surveys, and field evaluations of existing facilities, infrastructure, and property. u25cf Career level, fully competent engineering professional with responsibility for managing detailed phases of projects with moderate size and complexity. u25cf Independently perform a variety of projects or selected segments of larger projects. u25cf Plan, schedule, conduct, and/or coordinate detailed phases of assigned project work. u25cf Work closely with senior-level project managers to gain additional project management experience for more complex and larger projects. u25cf Make design, engineering, and construction recommendations, adaptations and modifications. + Complete construction phase services, such as management of project schedule, costs, meeting attendance, and administrative tasks. + Coordinate with operations and maintenance staff periodically on water and wastewater treatment system projects. u25cf Prepare proposals and reports for small and large projects of varying complexity. u25cf Perform quality control review of proposals and reports written by others. u25cf Evaluate complex laboratory and field data for inclusion in reports. u25cf Serve as a technical adviser to junior-level project team members. u25cf Interact directly with client and project team on developing scope of services, communicating project progress and findings and recommendations. u25cf Write and prepare routine and complex engineering reports detailing services provided, findings, and recommendations. u25cf Participate in marketing, sales and business development. + Attend meetings (remote or in-person) with clients, field staff and regulatory agencies for project support. u25cf Supervise graduate, field and project engineering staff. REQUIREMENTS: u25cf Bacheloru2019s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or related Engineering degree. u25cf Minimum 5-8 yearsu2019 experience. u25cf Pennsylvania Professional Engineer (PE) licensure or ability to become licensed in Pennsylvania. u25cf Valid driveru2019s license with acceptable violation history. PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: u25cf5+ yearsu2019 experience in potable water, wastewater, water resources design and permitting with an engineering consulting firm or related. + Proficiency in technical writing and Microsoft Office Suite + Team oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills + Excellent time management, with the ability to multitask + Detail oriented with commitment to providing high quality engineering services as it related to all workspace responsibilities. + Familiarity with Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP) permitting and design requirements for potable water and wastewater systems. + Municipal Engineering Experience + AutoCAD software experience + Experience in field reconnaissance, survey equipment operation, data collection and analysis. + Experience or openness to learn design related software as required by project need (i.e SWMM, HEC-HMS, WaterCAD, SewerCAD, etc.) + Construction inspection and oversight experience + Willing and able to travel to project sites and meetings as needed, including long days and overnight + Project Management experience + Marketing and client development experience YOUR CAREER GROWTH: + Personalized career path planning. + Paid internal and external education and training. + Career advancement opportunities locally and nationally. FLEXIBLE WORK ROUTINE: In-office and remote hybrid schedule Exemption: Exempt Requisition ID: 36442BR Posting Title: Water and Wastewater Project Engineer Employment Type: Regular, Full Time City, State (Office Location): Harrisburg, PA About Terracon: Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terraconu2019s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace. Terraconu2019s vision of u201cTogether, we are best at peopleu201d is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs. EEO Statement: Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status. Job Category: Engineering Expected Salary Range: The expected salary range for this position is listed below. The base range may be adjusted based on the specific location of the applicant. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. _For California residents please note: A valid driveru2019s license with acceptable violation history may be required for positions that require driving._