Assistant Environmental Engineer - Water (Chicago)

Burns & McDonnell; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k)

Job summary

Requirements include a bachelor’s in Environmental or Civil Engineering (ABET preferred), strong communication, and proficiency with AutoCAD and BIM (Revit). EIT preferred; GPA 3.0+ and internship experience a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental or Civil Engineering (ABET preferred).
• Internship or related consulting experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of environmental and civil engineering techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, BIM (Revit), and 3D rendering tools.
• EIT certification preferred; GPA 3.0+ preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in environmental design from conceptual phase through design completion.
• Modify and review production drawings for various facilities.
• Design environmental components per project manager requirements.
• Conduct field inspections, measurements, or calculations for clients.
• Support client presentations, shop drawing reviews, and contract administration.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental or Civil Engineering

ABET accreditation preferred

Engineers in Training (EIT) preferred

GPA 3.0+ preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

BIM (Revit)

3D Rendering Programs

Job description

Description

The Assistant Environmental Engineer will work under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer to assist project teams to create world class designs for new projects, alterations and redevelopments on a variety of projects including high-voltage transmission line routing, power generation construction activities, and water treatment facilities. The Assistant Environmental Engineer will work with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting environmental plans according to budget constraints, design factors or client needs.

• Assists in the environmental design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.

• Assists with modifying and reviewing production drawings for a variety of projects including, but not limited to: power plants, process facilities, industrial facilities, healthcare facilities, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.

• Assists in designing environmental components for project needs and requirements that are set forth by the project managers.

• Applies basic knowledge of commonly used environmental engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures within the environmental engineering services industry.

• Assists with research and compiles project related data as required by the project managers.

• Assists with correcting and updating drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD related software.

• Assists with client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.

• Assists in performing field inspections, measurements or calculations for public and private clients.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in Environmental or Civil Engineering or a related field from a recognized, accredited program. ABET accreditation strongly preferred.

• Prior internship and/or related consulting experience Preferred

• Basic knowledge in standard environmental and civil engineering techniques, principles and procedures.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem-solving environment and demonstrated critical thinking skills.

• Proficient computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite)

• Basic computer skills include AutoCAD, BIM (Revit), 3D Rendering Programs. Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization and problem-solving skills.

• Demonstrated leadership skills.

• Engineers in Training-EIT Certification preferred.

• Minimum of a 3.0 GPA strongly preferred.

• Involvement on campus or in the community preferred.

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.

Compensation

$75,000.00-115,000.00 Yearly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page. This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Environmental Engineering

Primary Location US-IL-Chicago

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Req ID: 263980

Job Hire Type New Grad #LI-JF #WTR