Assistant Engineer I (Entry-Level)

Hazen and Sawyer; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Pre-tax flexible spending plans

Short and long-term disability

Paid holidays and PTO

Employer-contributed 401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A water resource engineering firm in Idaho is seeking an entry-level Assistant Engineer I for its Boise office. This role involves working on water and wastewater projects, assisting in engineering deliverables, and managing process data. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and strong communication skills. The firm offers comprehensive health benefits and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of relevant experience within the water/wastewater industry.
• Coursework background in water/wastewater treatment with strong interest in the industry.
• Strong communication, organization, and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• 0–2 years of relevant water/wastewater experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing engineering deliverables including design reports.
• Manage data for process modeling and design.
• Attend client and internal project management meetings.
• Coordinate with manufacturers and vendors.
• Support multiple projects from planning through construction.
• Participate in fieldwork and site visits.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Self-motivation

Organization

Attention to detail

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental, civil, or chemical engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Hazen and Sawyer is seeking an entry‑level engineer for our Boise office. As part of our design and process teams, you will work on water and wastewater projects, including drinking water/wastewater/reuse treatment facility upgrades and conveyance systems planning and design.

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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing engineering deliverables, including sampling studies, condition assessments, process modeling, hydraulics, and design reports.
• Manage data for process modeling and design.
• Attend client and internal project management meetings.
• Coordinate with manufacturers and vendors to select equipment.
• Support multiple projects from planning through construction.
• Participate in fieldwork and site visits (mostly in‑state).

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in environmental, civil, or chemical engineering.
• Coursework background in water/wastewater treatment with strong interest in the water/wastewater industry.
• Strong communication skills, self‑motivation, organization, and attention to detail.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience within the water/wastewater industry.

Preferred Qualifications:

• EIT certification.
• Conducts self‑quality reviews before submitting work for additional QA/QC.

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.