Staff Engineer- Water Resources

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Souder, Miller & Associates
Provides engineering, surveying, planning, and environmental services for diverse sectors.
Support water resources projects: design, field data, client liaison, and site observation.
13 days ago ago
$62,000 - $76,000
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Farmington, NM
Field
Company Size
100 Employees
Service Specialisms
Civil Engineering
Environmental Services
Water Resources Engineering
Transportation Engineering
Geomatics
Site Development
Infrastructure Master Planning
Environmental Site Assessments
Sector Specialisms
Commercial
Industrial
Energy
Infrastructure
Residential
Transport
Government
Utilities
Role
What you would be doing
cost estimating
construction observation
technical drafting
report preparation
field management
client interaction
  • Assist in the development of scopes of work and cost estimates for projects.
  • Serve as onsite project representative and provide construction observation services.
  • Responsible for job specific quality system tasks as defined in corporate documents.
  • Perform occasional drafting and/or figure development using technical software as required.
  • Instruct technicians and/or appropriate staff in their duties in support of assigned projects.
  • Acquire and develop basic technical skills.
  • Assist in the preparation or modification of various types of reports, specifications, plans, subcontractor schedules and permits.
  • Apply prescribed techniques and procedures in accordance with established criteria to perform assigned tasks.
  • Acquire and understand professional and ethical responsibilities toward co-workers, the corporation, regulatory agencies and clients.
  • Assist in client contact and communication pertaining to specific projects.
  • Collect data and gather information or documents. Perform standard computations or analysis. Prepare drawings and visual aids.
  • Direct a variety of field work using subcontractors and/or staff.
  • Recognize and operate within limitations while seeking advice as needed.
  • Develop awareness of potential liabilities associated with the technical aspects of the area of expertise.
  • Complete and submit expense reports in a timely manner.
  • Perform routine technical work which does not require previous experience.
  • May be designated as responsible for onsite health and safety plan administration.
  • Adhere to the appropriate document review requirements and understand the need to provide technical solutions that protect the company.
What you bring
professional registration
driver's license
bachelor's degree
1-6 years
travel 25%
physical ability

Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

TRAVEL: up to 25%.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able and willing to frequently lift and/or move 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

  • Should actively pursue professional registration and/or certification.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and able to pass drug tests.
  • In-training certificate or similar, as appropriate.
  • Minimum 1-6 years of experience post-graduation preferred.
  • Attend client meetings and complete field investigations, day or night; ability to complete overnight travel unassisted, sometimes extending several consecutive nights to in excess of one week.
  • Bachelor's degree in appropriate engineering or science.
Benefits

SALARY GRADE: $62,000 - $76,000 (Salary)

  • Health, Dental, Vision, 401K Retirement Plan, Employee Stock Options (ESOP), Life/ADD/Short Term/Long Term Insurance, ID Theft Protection, Voluntary Insurance, FSA, Dependent Care.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO), Jury Duty Pay.
  • Education Reimbursement and Professional dues.
  • Employee wellness program, employee assistance program, cell phone reimbursement, flexible work schedule.
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Interview process
Information not given or found
Visa Sponsorship
  • no visa sponsorship available; candidates must be authorized to work in the united states.
Security clearance
  • must have a valid driver’s license and pass a drug test.
Company
Overview
40+ Years
Experience & Excellence
The company has consistently delivered exceptional service and expertise across multiple industries for decades.
  • Specializes in a wide range of sectors, including energy, infrastructure, water resources, and civil projects.
  • Known for handling complex and large-scale infrastructure projects with a focus on sustainable solutions.
  • Offers a full suite of engineering, surveying, planning, and environmental services, adapting to client needs.
  • Has successfully completed numerous projects for government, private, and commercial sectors.
  • Leverages state-of-the-art technology and innovative techniques to deliver high-quality results.
  • Offers expertise in both urban and rural projects, bridging the gap between diverse community needs.
Culture + Values
  • Stronger Communities by Design
  • Ethics – Realize the benefits and improved outcomes from conducting business respectfully and honestly.
  • Sustainability – Balance the long‑term needs of our communities with our actions today by considering the stakeholder, financial, and technical impacts of every strategic decision
  • Integrity – Foster high‑value relationships through dependability, accountability and by communicating with respect, clarity and a measure of humility.
  • Growth – Provide opportunities for employees to actively participate in building the SMA community, recognize the hard work and value of our employees to this growth, and support them in their own personal growth.
  • Nature – Be inspired by and respect the natural world we live in by responsibly balancing the opportunity and cost of the services we deliver.
Environment + Sustainability
$100M
Community Funding
Secured over $100 million in funding for community projects.
25+
Award-Winning Projects
Delivered 25 or more award-winning projects across the Mountain West.
250+
Employees
An employee-owned firm with nearly 250 employees across a wide region.
1,000-mile
Service Span
Services span a region covering over 1,000 miles from Gillette, WY to El Paso, TX.
  • Balancing long-term community needs with actions today, considering stakeholder, financial and technical impacts in strategic decisions.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Promote an inclusive environment where we respect the differences each person brings to a solution and promote employee equity based on performance.
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