Engineering Manager

Location: Modesto, CA / Fresno, CA or Remote

Job Type: Full-time, salaried

About Our Company:

Black Water is a focused engineering firm based in California's Central Valley, specializing in water, wastewater, and storm drainage. Established in 2012, Black Water is unique for its technical expertise, supportive relationships with clients, and culture of collaboration. This combination showcases our specialized knowledge, commitment to excellence, and dedication to building strong partnerships.

Our team consists of professionals who are experts in water supply, treatment, and distribution systems; wastewater collection, conveyance, and treatment works; and stormwater analysis and drainage facilities. We are fluent in regulatory compliance, permitting, and reporting with state and local agencies. We offer a positive, community-focused work environment with ample opportunities for career growth and professional development. Our compensation package is highly competitive.

Summary of Benefits:

  • Health Insurance

  • Dental and Vision Insurance

  • Sick Leave and Vacation

  • 401k and Employer Match

  • Profit Sharing

  • Licensure and Professional Association Fees

  • Education Assistance

  • Paid Holidays

  • Life Insurance

  • Health Savings Account

  • Health/Fitness Club Reimbursement

  • Employee Assistance Program

Equal Opportunity Employer

Position:

An engineering manager that thrives in leading our Central Valley team. This role requires a well-experienced engineer, familiar with success in water and wastewater who is inspired to help shape their visions into projects that make a difference.

This position may be remote with periodic travel required.

Qualifications:

  • A minimum of 10 years’ experience and interest in water and wastewater engineering.

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering or Civil Engineering.

  • Currently licensed as a Professional Engineer with a requirement of obtaining a California Professional Engineer within one year.

  • Outstanding technical, managerial, and communication skills.

Job Description:

Expected duties and other essential responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Take the lead in shaping impactful engineering projects while guiding a talented team of project managers to deliver innovative, high-quality results.

  • Champion the growth of engineering staff through offered mentorship and feedback in collaborative duties.

  • Drive projects forward with the team to keep project schedules and budgets on track.

  • Orchestrate the flow of multiple projects by strategically assigning a balanced workload.

  • Build strong relationships with regulatory agencies, subconsultants, stakeholders, and equipment vendors, and engineers, ensuring stakeholders voices are heard and projects run smoothly.

  • Be a lead for our team, fostering genuine client connections, and forging partnerships that last.

Skills/Abilities:

Knowledge of the standard principles and practices of professional engineering with the following:

  • Strong technical writing and management skills.

  • Expertise in hydraulic calculations and understanding of chemical and biological processes related to water and wastewater treatment.

  • Familiarity with local, state, and federal laws and regulations, including CEQA.

  • Proficiency with water and wastewater modeling software and Microsoft Office.

Salary: Compensation for the position is commensurate with education, experience, attitude, skills, and references. Range is $185,000-$225,000 per year.

To Join Our Team: If you are qualified and want to join an outstanding team of engineers, please email your cover letter and resume to: reception@blackwater-eng.com or fill out the form on the contact us page.