About Us

At Gresham Smith, we call it Genuine Ingenuity. Our culture is the cornerstone of who we are, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. United by our Core Purpose—to plan, design, and consult to create healthy and thriving communities—we deliver innovative solutions for life’s essential infrastructure and institutions.

What sets us apart is our dedication to care for our people, our clients, and the places we call home. We are more than a team of professionals—we’re a community built on commitment, integrity, respect, and teamwork.

Why Gresham Smith?

When you join Gresham Smith, you’re joining a place where you can connect and thrive. Our employees consistently recognize us as a Best Place to Work because we go above and beyond to ensure that you feel valued, supported, and empowered.

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical Engineering, or other related field required.
• Professional Engineering (P.E.) licensure is required.
• A minimum of 6 years of professional experience working in water, wastewater, and stormwater/conveyance projects in a consultant capacity is preferred, with the ability to work independently on designs, particularly pump stations, and lead portions of the design under the direction of a Senior Engineer.
• Detailed civil design experience for pump stations and conveyance systems, with demonstrated ability in pump station design.
• Proficient working experience with MS Office Suite, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and hydraulic/stormwater/process modeling software.
• Proven experience in developing project plans, anticipating and addressing project issues, participating in client meetings, and contributing to technical reports.
• Must be strong in written and oral communication, with the ability to contribute to presentations that build client confidence.

Most importantly, you bring genuine curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit—someone who wants to do great work with great people.

About the Role

Our Tennessee and Georgia offices are seeking an experienced Conveyance Engineer specializing in pump station, stormwater, and conveyance projects. This role offers a great opportunity to advance your career by working independently on detailed design projects and leading portions of pump station design under the direction of a Senior Engineer, for clients in the Southeast. You'll join a supportive team that values flexibility and work-life balance while delivering high-quality results.

As a Conveyance Engineer, you will:

• Work independently on the design of pump stations and lead portions of pump station design under the direction of a Senior Engineer, as well as support planning, design, and evaluation of wastewater and stormwater conveyance and utility projects.
• Conduct hydraulic modeling for conveyance systems—stormwater, gravity flow, and pressure systems.
• Prepare design calculations, technical reports, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Support construction with field visits, submittal reviews, and contractor coordination.
• Support client relationships and help communicate project goals to ensure expectations are met.
• Review engineering drawings, perform code research, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Collaborate with clients, agencies, and stakeholders to inform project execution and operational success.

Your work will directly contribute to shaping environments where people live, work, and thrive, all while growing your career within a supportive, people-first culture.

Join Us

If you’re excited to bring your talents to a collaborative, people-first environment where you can make an impact while growing your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Here’s what you can expect:

Professional Growth: In-house Learning, Tuition Reimbursement, Licensure Support, Professional Organization Engagement.

Culture that Cares: 93% of employees say they feel cared for, and 96% are confident in our future success.

Competitive Benefits:

• Flexible Schedules & Generous PTO
• Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Programs)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Short- & Long-term Disability, Paid Life & AD&D
• Supplemental, Critical Care, Pet, Legal & ID Theft Insurance
• Family Planning and Parental Leave
• Mass/Public Transit Program
• Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program

Gresham Smith is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. Everyone is invited to apply!

GRESHAM SMITH does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, headhunters, search firms, or agencies. No referral or recruiter fees will be paid without a fully executed GRESHAM PLACEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (PSA) in advance. Submissions made without a PSA may be recruited and hired by GRESHAM SMITH with no financial obligation to the submitting party. Any such unsolicited resumes or candidate information sent to hiring managers or any employee becomes the property of GRESHAM SMITH.

 

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