Water/Wastewater Engineer

We are seeking a Water/Wastewater Engineer for our Austin, TX office. Intermediate engineering knowledge of water and wastewater infrastructure and treatment processes is required. Education, training, and demonstrated familiarity with data analytics, machine learning, modeling (treatment process, decision support, risk & resiliency, hydraulic, water quality, process flow, etc.), and smart water systems/networks is particularly desirable. Successful candidates who demonstrate a commitment to being team-oriented, hardworking, technically proficient, client focused, and doing great work will be rewarded with recognition, opportunities to engage and influence, and a pathway to leadership roles.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Lead engineering tasks such as collection and analysis of data.
• Prepare calculations and designs of treatment processes, piping, and pumping facilities.
• Check design computations and quantity estimates.
• Use computer models to simulate real world conditions. Conduct hydraulic modeling.
• Develop process calculations and hydraulic calculations for water, wastewater, treatment, distribution, and collection systems.
• Use AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS, and other applicable engineering design tools.
• Work in collaboration with other disciplines (mechanical, electrical, I&C, structural, and CAD) to support project managers in producing plans and specifications.
• Work under the guidance of senior engineers to develop asset management plans, utility master plans, and financial rate studies.
• Mentor EITs to develop calculations, engineering drawings, specifications, and review construction phase documentation.
• Support and/or lead construction phase services which may include review of shop drawings, submittals, participation in progress meetings, as well as construction observation and/or inspection.
• Lead or assist with development of reports, specifications and plans for: water supply, treatment, storage and distribution; wastewater conveyance, pumping and treatment.
• Interface with equipment suppliers to prepare materials and equipment purchase specifications for client recommendations.
• Assist in client contact and communication pertaining to specific projects.
• Occasional field work, such as site investigations and client meetings, as well as travel will be required.

Required Qualifications:

• BS in Environmental Engineering, or Civil Engineering with an emphasis in water/wastewater engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) License in TX or able to obtain within 6 months of hire
• Possess at least 5 to 10 years of relevant experience
• Ability to effectively communicate in both in-person and virtual formats
• Ability to effectively coordinate engineering solutions in a multidiscipline engineering team
• Strong verbal, computer (MS Office), and organizational skills
• Strong technical writing skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• MS in Civil/Environmental Engineering
• Previous experience with engineering design and analysis software
• Active participation in professional organizations
• Exposure to client development and proposal development
• In depth knowledge of the local market
• Familiarity with federal and state government guidelines, policies and procedures is a plus