Here at Mott MacDonald, we are experts in engineering, management, and development services supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. One of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves in our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through the connected thinking of our 20,000+ talented consultants. Sustainability and innovation are at the heart of all of our sectors which, in North America include Advisory, Built Environment, Energy, Transportation, and Water.
As a Principal Engineer, with experience in large diameter pipe design for water and wastewater infrastructure projects, you will serve as a technical expert, design manager, and proposal development technical lead.
Responsibilities are as following:
Provide technical leadership for large diameter water/wastewater pipeline projects, using appropriate design methodology to identify and achieve intended outcomes. Leadership in compiling quality deliverables of preliminary and detailed design documents.Planning and design of major water / wastewater pipeline projects.Planning and design of unconventional pipe installation, such as directional drilling, jack and bore, micro tunneling, etc.Provide specialist advice on the interpretation and application of design criteria, resolve complex or contentious technical queries and issues, and enable others to take appropriate actions.Lead, mentor and support the technical development of design staff within the region.Drive a culture of innovation by creating multi-stakeholder solutions that boost creativity, innovation, and collaboration across design teams.Manage the project design review process and provide stakeholders accurate/relevant information and key recommendations to evaluate progress and agree on change.Act as subject matter expert in an area of technology, policy, regulation, or operational management for the team. Maintain external accreditations and in-depth understanding of current and emerging external regulation and industry best practices through continuing professional development, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.Building on the strong foundation of water and sewer linear projects, help us increase our market share across the East and US.Grow and nurture external relationships, build and maintain strong networks with key clients, business partners and competitors, drive joint initiatives where appropriate, and use these networks to influence, close deals and impact the growth and direction of our business.
The ideal candidate will have the following experience:
Bachelor's degree in engineering. Master’s degree preferred.15+ years of experience in the planning and design of large diameter pipelines.Professional engineering license (PE) in any State with eligibility for reciprocal licensing in MD, VA, PA and/or DC.Significant experience in public infrastructure projects, specifically water or wastewater utilities.Significant experience in managing project teams of multiple concurrent projects.Experienced with industry standards relevant to water/wastewater pipelines.Experience working in a multi-disciplinary environment.Ability to network within a regional and global organization.Demonstrated innovation and creative thinking.Demonstrated ability to develop technical skills amongst junior staff.Flexibility to travel to other local offices to support projects and staff.