Project Engineer I - Water/Wastewater

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc.

The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc.

Posted on Mar 10, 2026
CPH is a multi-disciplined Engineering and Architectural design firm that ranks in the nation’s Top 500 Design Firms by ENR Magazine.

CPH has an opening in our Orange Park, Florida office location for the following position: Project Engineer I – Water/Wastewater

Hiring Bonus of up to $10,000 for selected candidate!
Department
Civil/Municipal
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Orange Park, FL
Workplace type
Onsite
Reporting To
Jason Shepler

Duties Include

  • Preparation of design plans, specifications, and reports for a variety of water/wastewater and stormwater projects which may include transmission, distribution, collection, treatment, storage, utility master planning, permitting and various engineering tasks.
  • Hydraulic modeling including stormwater pre/post and advanced treatment and storage design along with water and sewer pumping systems and hydraulic water distribution modeling.
  • Ability to successfully interact with various public and private clients and other jurisdictional agencies.
  • Review of design plans and assist registered engineer on plan modifications. Coordinate with drafting personnel to ensure changes are incorporated into the design plans. Ability to review industry and municipal standards to ensure design compliance.
  • Preparing engineering related calculations and develop drawings and visual aids.
  • Working on a wide range of projects and tasks and assist with field research, data collection, data analysis, graphics, maps and data presentation, and report development.
  • Management of time and workload to stay on schedule and within budget.
  • Limited travel to assist with site investigations, construction observation and project transmittals.

Requirements

  • Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
  • E.I Certificate preferred or eligible and scheduled for FE exam.
  • Detail-oriented individual with strong technical and organizational skills.
  • Proficiency in spreadsheets, word processing and standard office software.
  • Works well in multidisciplinary team environments and ability to meet deadlines.
  • Strong oral presentation and written communication skills.
  • Experience with WaterCAD, ICPR and other modeling software is preferred.
  • Valid state-issued driver's license with a clean driving record.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Dependent upon experience.
  • CPH offers Medical, Dental and Vision and Long-Term Disability with a quality insurance company.
  • Company Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.
  • 401K, Paid Personal Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Paternal Leave.
CPH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Drug Free Work Environment Employer.

About CPH

CPH is a multi-disciplined design firm that’s growing quickly across the country. Our diverse team of almost 400 individuals are the heartbeat of our company and the reason for our success. The unique contributions that people bring to our firm sets us apart and allows us to bring exceptional service to the communities and clients we serve.
At CPH, we offer small company culture with a big company presence. Founded by three visionaries in 1981, CPH has grown over 40 years to serve a long list of public and private clients across a spectrum of markets. Our comprehensive offering of services and broad reach has provided CPH the opportunity to team with clients in Building Stronger Communities Together across the nation and throughout the Caribbean.
CPH is a part of the Trilon Group of companies. Its mission is to bring together North America's best infrastructure consulting firms in a collaborative environment with a People-First focus to accelerate their ability to deliver smart and sustainable solutions to clients. Through the partnership with Trilon, CPH professionals have the opportunity to network and share best practices with a host of other professionals across the country.
Our future is bright, and we need more talented professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit to grow with us! Could this be you?


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