Lakewood Water District

Project Engineer

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The Lakewood Water District seeks a hands-on, collaborative professional for its new Project Engineer. The Project Engineer works independently under general supervision to provide coordination and oversight over consultant engineering services for the planning, budget development, design, permitting, and public involvement for capital improvement projects. This position works closely with other departments to provide technical support, help troubleshoot water system operations, and provide construction management services. The Project Engineer reports to the General Manager and does not supervise other positions.

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EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Qualification requirements include any combination of education and experience that provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college with a major in Civil Engineering; a current Washington State Professional Civil Engineering Registration is required • Four to five years of increasingly responsible professional civil engineering experience in the planning, designing, permitting, and construction of public works projects, preferably in the water industry

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COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Lakewood Water District is offering a salary range for the Project Engineer position of $103,069.76 to $139,144.18, dependent upon experience and qualifications, along with a comprehensive benefits package, including 100% paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees and their qualifying dependents and 13 paid holidays per year.

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TO APPLY

Please submit your resume and a letter of interest to humanresources@lakewoodwater.org by September 02, 2025. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early. The position will remain open until filled.

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For questions or other information, please contact Briana Levo, Human Resources Manager, at humanresources@lakewoodwater.org or 253-588-4423. Lakewood Water District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free, Tobacco-Free Workplace.