Wastewater Engineer
Actalent
Posted Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Posting ID: JP-005946629
Job Title: Wastewater Engineer
This is a Great opportunity for an entry level engineer to gain some great experience! New grads are encouraged to apply as well.
Job Description
We are seeking a talented Wastewater Engineer to contribute to our projects related to water and wastewater/sewer treatment plants. This role involves working on utility systems, including new pipes, pump stations, and pipe relocations, as well as handling permitting, grant application writing, and construction quality assurance (CQA). The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to engage in client interfacing after receiving appropriate training.
Responsibilities
- Work on projects related to water and wastewater/sewer treatment plants.
- Develop utility systems, including new pipes, pump stations, and pipe relocations.
- Handle permitting processes and write grant applications.
- Ensure construction quality assurance (CQA) is maintained.
- Engage in client interfacing after training.
Essential Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
- Experience or familiarity with wastewater management, even if gained during education.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Engineer In Training (EIT) certification preferred.
- Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D is a plus.
- Experience in client interfacing.
Work Environment
The position is based on-site in Frankfort, KY, with working hours from Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. Our department consists of approximately 30-40 employees, offering the opportunity to take on a variety of tasks and learn diverse skills within civil engineering, rather than being confined to a single responsibility.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Frankfort, KY.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $28.85 - $31.25/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
This is a fully onsite position in Frankfort,KY.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 17, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.
Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.
Contact Information
Email: pthacker@actalentservices.com
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