Associate Water/Wastewater Engineer

Description

• Review products, services and technologies available from vendors, and incorporate into design of improvements as appropriate.
• Draft technical memoranda, reports and project correspondence.
• Develop detailed estimates of work quantities and costs to assist with evaluating alternatives, and for use by clients in budgeting and evaluation of bids.
• Assist in the preparation and implementation of site Health and Safety Plans (HASPs).
• Analyze system hydraulics, and assist with development and evaluation of water distribution and collection system hydraulic models.
• Perform specialized assignments which call for an application of professional expertise.
• Assist with development and scoping of small- to medium-sized projects.
• Perform site work as required.
• Perform professional water and wastewater engineering work to evaluate system improvements.
• A member of and/or actively participate in local professional practice organizations.
• Prepare data and visualizations such as tables, charts, accurate reports, and illustrations for the interpretation or presentation of data, findings, or analyses.
• As part of a team, participate in design of water and wastewater system improvements, and development of engineering studies and reports.
• Conduct field measurements and collect data of existing water and wastewater facilities to assist with identifying causes and solutions of operational issues.
• Perform complex design tasks and develop drawings using AutoCAD and other software systems.
• Maintain quality control standards and procedures for accurate and precise measurements, statistical analysis, and reporting.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Knowledge of water and wastewater system hydraulics.
• Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, compliance practices, and record-keeping requirements.
• Ability to coordinate with agency regulators and understand requirements.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Effective self-leadership with attention to detail, results orientation, and managing multiple priorities in a dynamic work environment.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and/or Revit drafting
• Proficient with technical writing, office automation, math principles, spreadsheets, and tools.
• Experience with preparing permit applications for oversight agencies to address the full range of issues and conditions associated with water and wastewater projects.
• Licensed professional engineer in CT or NY
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills required to apply technical knowledge to reach conclusions from testing results, data collation, statistical analysis and arriving at the most effective, economical, and logical solution.
• Engineer in Training Certification.
• Must be able to travel to project sites in the northeastern US, which may include multiple day extended assignments on site.
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, follow instruction, work independently, and comply with company policies.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
• Knowledge of water engineering principles and practices, process design, permitting, bidding, and construction phase procedures.
• Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements that may extend beyond the typical workweek.
• 3 to 5 years of relevant post education experience in water system engineering.
• 40-Hour OSHA Health & Safety Training (HAZWOPER) (29 CFR 1910.120) preferred.
• Capable interpersonal and communication skills when interacting with others, expressing ideas effectively and professionally to an engineering and non-engineering audience.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance