Lead Wastewater Treatment Engineer

Company: Foth
Location: Madison
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 700 members across 31 locations are dedicated to solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges . Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart, caring team of colleagues, consider joining us at Foth . Are you looking to take your technical wastewater experience and career to the next level? Do you enjoy business development, leveraging team members strengths, and mentoring others? If yes, our Lead Wastewater Treatment Engineer opportunity is something you need to explore further! In this role, you will lead discipline development and design diverse treatment and pumping projects for municipal wastewater facilities. Join a team dedicated to leveraging the latest technology and top engineering talent to drive growth in our wastewater team. This position will preferably be based out of our Wisconsin office locations (Green Bay, Milwaukee, Madison). Candidates from other states with the appropriate skills and experience may also be considered. Primary Responsibilities: Responsible for technical engineering as a municipal wastewater discipline lead for wastewater treatment, process engineering, odor control, pretreatment, biological treatment, wastewater lift stations, facility designs and expansions Drive client management and business development for municipal wastewater facilities and treatment projects Develop technical wastewater facility plans, master plans, and reports for state and federal approvals and funding applications Lead and develop technical hydraulic and wastewater loading analysis for wastewater treatment and pumping facilities Prepare design plans, specifications, and bid documents for wastewater mechanical treatment, biological treatment, chemical processes, and pretreatment projects Provide mentoring and management of a growing wastewater engineering team Oversee construction support services, including shop drawings, pay estimates, progress meetings and construction services for infrastructure projects Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Mechanical or Environmental Engineering Professional Engineer (PE) License 5 to 10 years of experience in municipal wastewater engineering relative to the listed primary responsibilities Preferred Qualifications: 10 years of experience in municipal engineering, wastewater, sanitary sewer, and municipal projects as a technical producer, project manager and/or client contact in the engineering consulting industry Master's Degree in Environmental Engineering Why Foth: Established Reputation : With over 85 years of success, we are proud to be 100% member-owned. Dynamic Culture : Benefit from a values-based, client-centered, and flexible work environment, with ample professional growth opportunities and supportive colleagues, contributing to our impressive 92% member retention rate. Challenging Projects : Engage in diverse and exciting projects that promote continuous professional growth and development. Join our team and experience the Foth difference! Learn more at foth.com/careers All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco-free. Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program Policy, will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances. Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance. Foth will pay for all drug testing, which will be conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory that follows testing requirements in accordance with applicable state law. Colorado Residents: In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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