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American Water

Staff Engineer

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American Water
Provides water and wastewater services to residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
The Engineer, Planning is responsible for assessing the long-term needs of water and/or wastewater utility systems and developing project solutions to ensure efficient and reliable delivery of services to customers.
20d ago
Experienced (8-12 years), Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Mechanicsburg, PA
Hybrid
Company Size
6,800 Employees
Service Specialisms
Water Treatment
Water Distribution
Environmental Services
Infrastructure Management
Water Resources Management
Sector Specialisms
Water Quality
Wastewater Service
Infrastructure
Water Treatment
Water Distribution
Water Testing and Analysis
Water Resources
Regulatory Compliance
Role
What you would be doing
strategic planning
hydraulic modeling
technical development
system analysis
site investigations
project budgeting
  • Assist with the preparation of strategic water and wastewater system engineering planning studies.
  • Assist with multiple small to medium size projects and perform varied engineering assignments associated with planning, design or construction.
  • Support the pre-qualification and selection of consulting and construction organizations for projects using negotiation or competitive selection processes.
  • Hydraulic model development, calibration and analysis for water distribution systems and wastewater collection systems.
  • Establish project budgets and scope.
  • Develop technical information and concepts into feasible and effective engineering approaches.
  • Primarily in the office with occasional work in the field at water/wastewater facilities to conduct site investigations and participate in on-site project kick-off/review meetings
  • Conduct system capacity evaluations, analysis of water source, treatment, pumping and collection/distribution, storage, or other system deficiencies as assigned to support ongoing operations, service extension requests or regional growth opportunities.
What you bring
eit
water quality
business acumen
analytical skills
environmental regs
engineering degree
  • EIT or 2 - 4 years’ experience in Engineering design, planning, construction, project delivery and/or project management.
  • Knowledge of current trends in water quality and treatment and other aspects of the water industry.
  • Sound business acumen and judgment.
  • Effective quantitative and analytical skills; attention to detail.
  • Familiarity with project management, construction and contract management, water and wastewater facilities, and utility operations.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of engineering design theory and practice.
  • Familiarity with environmental regulatory requirements, and trends impacting the water industry.
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering; advanced degree preferred.
  • Engineer in Training (EIT) preferred
  • Effective verbal and written communications skills (e.g., report writing, listening, and presentation).
  • Water system and wastewater collection system hydraulic modeling experience is a plus.
  • Financial analysis skill, including budget management, business modeling, and basic accounting knowledge.
  • Strong interpersonal skills (e.g., tact/diplomacy, persuasion, team building, cooperation, leadership, ability to motivate others.
  • Up to 20%, as required
  • Valid Driver’s License
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
  • yes, background checks are mentioned in the job description
Company
Overview
Since 1886
Year Established
The company was founded in this year, marking the beginning of its journey in water and wastewater services.
14M+ People
Serve Millions Daily
The company delivers water and wastewater services to over fourteen million people across the United States.
24 States
National Presence
The company operates and provides essential water services in a significant portion of the U.S., covering two dozen states.
130+ Years
Legacy of Excellence
With over a century of experience, the company has built a reputation as a leader in water systems and operations.
  • Provides vital water and wastewater services, ensuring communities have access to clean water.
  • Has a long history of managing water infrastructure in partnership with municipalities.
  • Recent projects include modernizing infrastructure, expanding service coverage, and improving water treatment facilities.
  • Known for innovation in water management, offering sustainable solutions to modern water challenges.
  • A trusted provider for residential, commercial, and industrial customers across the U.S.
Culture + Values
  • Safety first – safety is our top focus for every employee, customer and community we serve.
  • Trust, dignity & respect – being dependable, honest, transparent and accountable; ensuring everyone is acknowledged, heard and empowered to thrive.
  • One team – leveraging our size, scale and expertise to act as a cohesive team working towards a greater purpose.
  • Environmental leadership – delivering clean, safe, reliable and affordable services while acting as a trusted steward of our most precious resource.
  • High performance – committed to excellence in everything we do, executing to the best of our abilities and addressing issues quickly and transparently.
Environment + Sustainability
75% reduction
Injury Rate Improvement
The injury rate has been reduced by 75% since 2018, demonstrating a strong commitment to workplace safety.
20 billion kWh
Solar Energy Generation
Deployment of solar panels at six treatment facilities generates approximately 20 million kWh annually.
6.4 billion gallons
Water Saved
Leak-detection technology has prevented the loss of 6.4 billion gallons of water per day over five years.
≤1%
Affordable Water Bills
Average residential bills are capped at ≤1% of median household income, ensuring affordability.
  • Medium‑term GHG goal: reduce scope 1 and 2 emissions by 50% by 2035 from a 2020 baseline.
  • Long‑term GHG goal: achieve net zero scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050.
  • Water delivery efficiency: by 2035, reduce water delivered per customer 15% vs 2015 baseline.
  • Water system resilience: by 2030, increase Utility Resilience Index by 10% vs 2020 baseline.
  • Drinking water quality compliance tied to employee compensation via Annual Performance Plan.
  • Infrastructure investment: billions annually, including $28–32 billion over ten years to modernize assets, boost resiliency, reduce leaks and enhance water quality.
  • In 2022, water‑line replacement rate was 136 years—well ahead of nearly 200‑year industry average.
Inclusion & Diversity
#11 Ranking
Forbes Best Employers for Diversity
Recognized as one of the top employers for diversity in the U.S.
4 Years
Consistently top-scoring utility in the Disability Equality Index.
2022 Pay Equity
Conducted a comprehensive pay equity analysis across the organization.
Four Consecutive Years
Included in the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index for four years.
  • Chief Inclusion Officer (dual-reporting to CEO & CHRO) leads ID&E strategic plan.
  • Inclusion & Diversity Advisory Council provides governance and guidance for ID&E efforts.
  • Four employee business resource groups launched: female empowerment; Black/African American; LGBTQ+; caregivers & disability.
  • Social-goal tracking includes % female and racial/ethnic diversity based on self-identification.
  • Annual Performance Plan includes Employee Diversity as performance metric.
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