Assistant Engineer I (Entry-level)

Hazen and Sawyer; Independence (OH); On-site; 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 and training

Incentives for professional registration

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an entry-level engineer for their Cleveland office. This role involves assisting in engineering deliverables related to water and wastewater projects. Successful candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in environmental or civil engineering and a strong interest in the field. The position offers mentoring opportunities, comprehensive health benefits, and professional growth. The starting pay range depends on skills, experience, education, and geographical location.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of relevant experience within the water/wastewater industry.
• Strong interest in the water/wastewater industry.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing engineering deliverables including sampling studies.
• Work directly with senior level engineering team providing mentoring.
• 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).

Skills

Strong communication skills

Self-motivation

Organization

Attention to detail

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in environmental or civil engineering

Job description

Hazen and Sawyer is seeking an entry-level engineer for our Cleveland 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, conveyance systems, and stormwater management.

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
• Work directly with senior level engineering team providing mentoring opportunities to learn and develop
• 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 or civil engineering
• 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
• Advanced degree (Master’s or Doctorate) in environmental, civil, or chemical engineering
• 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