Description

 Why PWC?

At PWC, we believe our people are our greatest asset. As Fayetteville’s hometown utility, we deliver safe, reliable, and affordable electric, water, and wastewater services—with some of the lowest rates in North Carolina. We’re locally owned, customer-focused, and committed to being a good neighbor.  

If you’re ready to bring your engineering expertise to an organization that values quality, reliability, safety and the environment—this is the place.

Your Role & Impact

As Water Resources Project Engineer, you will lead and shape significant water and wastewater engineering projects that serve our community’s infrastructure and future growth. You’ll supervise planning and design efforts, coordinate cross-functional teams, and serve as a technical resource for solutions that keep our systems strong and rates affordable.  

Your work will help PWC stay true to its mission: a safe, highly productive utility that invests in our team, our facilities and infrastructure.  

What You’ll Do

        Lead the planning, design, review and implementation of water and sanitary sewer projects (extensions, replacements, treatment-related work)

        Supervise or coordinate multi-discipline teams (internal staff, external consultants/contractors) to deliver on time and on budget

        Perform engineering studies: surveys, investigations, structural analyses, utilities placement, and system modelling  

        Review drawings, specifications, and construction plans; determine materials/work required; troubleshoot design or field issues

        Interface with stakeholders: internal departments, contractors, regulatory agencies, and the public

        Ensure accuracy of maps, GIS data, and as-built documentation for utility systems

        Respond to on-call or extended-hour needs when required to support reliability efforts

        Promote safety, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness throughout your work

What You’ll Get

        The chance to work for an award-winning utility recognized for excellence in reliability and service.  

        A collaborative, supportive environment where your ideas matter and your work impacts our city and region

        Competitive compensation and benefits (based on experience and qualifications)

        Opportunities for professional growth and influence in a utility setting that values investment in its team

About PWC

Since 1905, PWC has proudly served Fayetteville and Cumberland County, delivering safe, reliable utility services and maintaining competitive rates while keeping the customer and community at the center.  

 We believe in being a good neighbor: in quality service, environmental stewardship, and investing in our people and infrastructure.

 Ready to Apply?

If you’re a driven engineer who wants to be part of something meaningful, improving infrastructure, supporting community resilience, and building something you can be proud of—then we want to hear from you.

Apply today and help PWC continue its mission of delivering safe, reliable services and investing in our community’s future.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

        Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

        At minimum, 2 years of progressively responsible civil engineering experience in a utility environment (design, review, fieldwork)  

        Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification at hire; ability to become licensed (PE) as soon as eligible

        Valid driver’s license

        Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; proficient with engineering software, GIS/ mapping tools

        Excellent communication—able to translate technical details for non-technical stakeholders

        A commitment to safety, reliability, and serving the community