Wastewater and Sewerage Engineer (Sewer Operations) | Ingenieur/-in im Bereich des Abwasserwerkes – Kanalbetrieb/ Sonderbauwerke (m/w/d)

Stadt Niederkassel Stadt Niederkassel

Niederkassel, Rhein, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Jan 15, 2026
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This permanent position as a Wastewater and Sewerage Engineer within the Niederkassel municipal utility involves taking responsibility for the operation, maintenance, and new construction of the city's sewer systems and specialized wastewater infrastructure. Day-to-day tasks include independently managing construction and maintenance projects from needs assessment through final billing, and handling pest control related to the systems. A critical component of the role is processing technical and water rights permits, as well as providing expert consultation to citizens on groundwater, drainage, and flooding issues, ensuring compliance with technical and legal frameworks. Candidates must possess a completed university degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Water Management. While practical experience in the field is preferred, the role requires strong analytical and organizational capabilities, proficiency with MS Office, and a willingness to quickly learn specialized software like GIS. This position offers a stable public sector career with flexible working hours and mobile work options.

Required Skills

Education

Completed university degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Water Management

Experience

  • Professional experience in wastewater engineering or sewer system management (Ideally)
  • Experience in managing construction, maintenance, and repair projects for canal systems
  • Experience handling regulatory permits and technical approvals

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Valid Class B driver's license; Willingness to acquire specific professional wastewater qualifications (e.g., Heavy Rain Consultant)