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Terracon

Water and Wastewater Project Engineer

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Terracon

Terracon provides geotechnical, environmental, construction, and materials testing services.

Design and manage water & wastewater systems, handling projects from concept through construction.
10 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Harrisburg, PA
Hybrid
Company Size
5,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Environmental Services
Geotechnical Engineering
Construction Materials Testing
Industrial Hygiene
Building Science
Environmental Consulting
Site Remediation
Land Development
Sector Specialisms
Environmental
Facilities
Geotechnical
Materials
Industrial
Federal
Technology
Building Enclosure Consulting
Role

Description

safety compliance
client interaction
design recommendations
site investigations
project scheduling
report writing
  • Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects.
  • Work closely with senior-level project managers to gain additional project management experience for more complex and larger projects.
  • Interact directly with client and project team on developing scope of services, communicating project progress and findings and recommendations.
  • Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
  • Make design, engineering, and construction recommendations, adaptations and modifications.
  • Attend meetings (remote or in-person) with clients, field staff and regulatory agencies for project support.
  • Independently perform a variety of projects or selected segments of larger projects.
  • Perform site investigations, data collection, site surveys, and field evaluations of existing facilities, infrastructure, and property.
  • Complete construction phase services, such as management of project schedule, costs, meeting attendance, and administrative tasks.
  • Plan, schedule, conduct, and/or coordinate detailed phases of assigned project work.
  • Prepare proposals and reports for small and large projects of varying complexity.
  • Supervise graduate, field and project engineering staff.
  • Evaluate complex laboratory and field data for inclusion in reports.
  • Maintain quality standards on all projects.
  • Coordinate with operations and maintenance staff periodically on water and wastewater treatment system projects.
  • Perform quality control review of proposals and reports written by others.
  • Write and prepare routine and complex engineering reports detailing services provided, findings, and recommendations.
  • Serve as a technical adviser to junior-level project team members.
  • Participate in marketing, sales and business development.

Requirements

pe licensure
autocad
project management
civil engineering
5+ years
design software
  • Pennsylvania Professional Engineer (PE) licensure or ability to become licensed in Pennsylvania.
  • Are proficient in design.
  • Marketing and client development experience
  • Municipal Engineering Experience
  • Have a desire to lead a team and grow into management
  • Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
  • Construction inspection and oversight experience
  • Team oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Experience or openness to learn design related software as required by project need (i.e SWMM, HEC-HMS, WaterCAD, SewerCAD, etc.)
  • Experience in field reconnaissance, survey equipment operation, data collection and analysis.
  • 5+ years’ experience in potable water, wastewater, water resources design and permitting with an engineering consulting firm or related.
  • Familiarity with Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP) permitting and design requirements for potable water and wastewater systems.
  • Willing and able to travel to project sites and meetings as needed, including long days and overnight
  • Project Management experience
  • Excellent time management, with the ability to multitask
  • Career level, fully competent engineering professional with responsibility for managing detailed phases of projects with moderate size and complexity.
  • AutoCAD software experience
  • Proficiency in technical writing and Microsoft Office Suite
  • Show attention to detail.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or related Engineering degree.
  • Are experienced in outdoor and office environments.
  • Minimum 5-8 years’ experience.
  • Enjoy communication and client interaction.

Benefits

  • Want a career development path.
  • Paid internal and external education and training.
  • Career advancement opportunities locally and nationally.
  • Personalized career path planning.

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

Founded in 1965
Year Established
The company was established in 1965 and has since grown significantly.
  • The company’s expertise spans a wide range of sectors, including industrial, infrastructure, energy, and residential, to name a few.
  • Engineers and scientists work on diverse projects from designing foundations for skyscrapers to providing environmental assessments for infrastructure developments.
  • They are involved in large-scale projects across the United States, helping to shape cities, improve infrastructure, and protect the environment.
  • Known for their innovation and commitment, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and deep technical expertise to solve complex challenges in construction and environmental sectors.
  • The firm’s multidisciplinary approach allows them to offer solutions that integrate geotechnical, environmental, and construction disciplines in a seamless manner.

Culture + Values

  • Prosperity
  • Caring
  • Courage
  • Curiosity
  • Excellence
  • Integrity
  • SAFETY – We Do Everything Safely
  • INTEGRITY – We Do the Right Thing
  • TEAMWORK – We Work Together
  • ENTREPRENEURISM – We Build Solutions
  • Client Service
  • Employee Well‑Being and Development
  • Employee Ownership
  • Ethics and Integrity
  • Quality
  • Safety
  • Financial Performance
  • Growth

Environment + Sustainability

4,800 metric tons
Concrete Diversion from Landfills
The company successfully diverted a significant volume of concrete cylinders from landfills in 2023, reducing material waste and environmental impact.
64 million tons CO₂
CO₂ Emissions Avoided with GripTerra
Using GripTerra wind foundation designs, the company avoided a substantial amount of CO₂ emissions for a 100-turbine project, showcasing innovative reductions in carbon footprint.
60% concrete reduction
GripTerra Material Efficiency
GripTerra designs reduced concrete usage by 60% per foundation, significantly lowering material requirements and environmental impact compared to traditional methods.
3 million tons CO₂
CO₂ Savings from Solar Projects
By reducing embedment depth by 1 ft on 250 MW solar projects, the company achieved substantial CO₂ savings, highlighting its commitment to sustainable energy solutions.
  • Expanded recycling for laboratory concrete testing materials and office recyclables
  • Formally aligned sustainability to United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2022, prioritizing SDG-4, 9, 12, and 13
  • Completed an Emissions Target Plan in 2023 with a 15% revenue-based GHG emissions intensity reduction goal over five years, following EPA GHG protocols
  • Set net-zero aligned targets via Emissions Target Plan aimed at 2028 (five years from 2023)
  • Achieved a 4% year-over-year emissions intensity reduction in 2023
  • Employs Sustainable and diverse supplier procurement practices

Inclusion & Diversity

ERGs Increased 3x
Employee Resource Groups Expansion
Employee Resource Groups expanded from 3 to 6, representing grassroots, employee-organized initiatives open to all.
20+ Members
Inclusive Culture Team
An Inclusive Culture Leadership Team of ~20 employee-owners guides the company's strategic inclusion efforts.
  • Annual listening sessions and engagement surveys assess inclusion culture.
  • Observed industry inclusion events: Women in Construction Week, Construction Inclusion Week, Black History Month, Women’s History Month, International Day of Women and Girls in Science, International Women’s Day.
  • Terracon Foundation provides grants to organizations promoting inclusion among underrepresented groups.
  • Women’s representation metrics: (if available) [Note: no gender percentages publicly available on provided sources].
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Water and Wastewater Project Engineer at Terracon in Harrisburg, PA