Cochran
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 Ozark, Missouri headquarters'location, is looking for a Project Engineer with Water/Wastewater experience 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:
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 Ozark, Missouri headquarters'location, is looking for a Project Engineer with Water/Wastewater experience 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
- 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
- Municipal or utility client experience
- Familiarity with permitting processes and regulatory agencies (e.g., EPA, DNR)
- Hydraulic modeling software (e.g., WaterCAD, SewerCAD)
- 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