Assistant Engineer

Hazen and Sawyer; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) plan

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in New York is seeking an Assistant Engineer. You will engage in water-related projects, participate in design teams, and contribute to challenging infrastructure assignments. The ideal candidate holds a B.S. in engineering with strong communication skills. This full-time role offers comprehensive health benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Entry level to 2 years of experience in a related engineering field.
• Proficient in typical computer software usage.

Responsibilities

• Project work in design and inspection of conveyance systems.
• Inspect stormwater infrastructure and treatment facility upgrades.
• Field work and site visits required during construction.

Skills

Excellent writing

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

B.S. in environmental, civil, chemical, or mechanical engineering

EIT or plan to obtain

Tools

CADD

GIS

Job description

Base pay range

$70,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr

About the Role

Hazen and Sawyer is seeking an Assistant Engineer for our New York office. As part of our water/wastewater/stormwater team, you will have exceptional opportunities to provide superior solutions to our clients’ most difficult problems through a variety of water‑related assignments and participate on design teams across an array of challenging projects.

Why Hazen and Sawyer

• Founded in 1951 by the son of Allen Hazen (developer of the Hazen‑Williams equation), we are an employee‑owned company with a singular focus on all things water.
• Our work includes planning, design, and oversight of construction of environmental infrastructure – for water, wastewater, and stormwater management.
• We foster a work environment low on bureaucracy and high in creativity.
• We recruit talented professionals, provide them with challenging, interesting, and creative assignments, and furnish them with the tools they need to succeed.
• We currently have over 2,000 employees in 70+ offices throughout the United States, Latin America, Canada, and the UK.
• A flexible hybrid work schedule supports today's busy professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Project work may include initial studies, design and inspection of conveyance systems
• Inspection of stormwater infrastructure
• Design of wastewater treatment facility upgrades
• Design of water treatment facility upgrades, asset management, and/or design of green infrastructure
• Field work and site visits from study or design through construction may be required

Required Qualifications

• B.S. degree in environmental, civil, chemical, or mechanical engineering; or related engineering field (MS considered a plus)
• EIT or plan to obtain
• Entry level to 2 years of experience
• Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in all computer software typically used (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Knowledge of CADD and other software (GIS, etc.) will be considered a plus
• Strong organizational skills

What We Offer

• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans)
• Pre‑tax flexible spending plans for medical, dependent care, and transportation
• Short and long‑term disability, and employer‑paid life insurance
• Paid holidays, floating holidays, and paid time off (PTO)
• Employer‑contributed 401(k) plan and additional financial planning support
• Professional growth opportunities, including tuition reimbursement, in‑house training, and incentives for professional registration and professional organization memberships
• Starting pay range for this position depends on skills, experience, education and geographical location

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Location: New York, NY