Water/Wastewater Process Engineer III

Merrick & Company; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership

Annual performance reviews

Professional Training and Development

Job summary

Merrick & Company is looking for a Civil Engineer III in Denver, Colorado, to lead the design of water and wastewater pipeline projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in pipeline design, proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, and experience in leading project teams. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $108,000 to $132,000 annually, along with employee ownership and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum eight years of experience in the design of water infrastructure.
• PE (Professional Engineer) in Colorado or ability to obtain licensure.
• Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and delivery of water and wastewater pipeline projects.
• Direct multi-discipline engineering teams.
• Perform hydraulic modeling and evaluate design alternatives.
• Interface with clients and stakeholders for project progress.

Skills

Pipeline design experience

Team leadership

Hydraulic modeling

AutoCAD Civil 3D proficiency

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

StormCAD

HEC-RAS

Job description

OVERVIEW

Merrick & Company is seeking a technical Civil Engineer III with experience in the design of water and wastewater pipeline, transmission, and interceptor projects to be a key collaborative member of our growing Public Works and water infrastructure team within our water practice. The qualified candidate will lead the design and delivery of small and large-diameter water, stormwater and sanitary wastewater pipelines for municipal and utility clients across Colorado. The position would be primarily focused on our Colorado operations, leading and supporting our municipal pipeline design efforts and based in our Greenwood Village, CO, Denver, CO, Loveland, CO or Colorado Springs, CO offices.

Annual salary range for this position is $108,000 - $132,000. Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead design and delivery of small and large diameter water, stormwater and sanitary wastewater pipelines, including gravity mains, force mains, lift stations and interceptors.
• Direct and manage a multi-discipline team of design engineers or technicians on water and sanitary projects.
• Develop and stamp plans, profiles, details and construction specifications for small and large-diameter gravity and pressurized pipelines.
• Perform hydraulic modeling and evaluate alternatives for alignment, materials, and constructability.
• Lead coordination efforts for other discipline specialists, including survey, trenchless design, geotechnical input, environmental considerations, and other specialties.
• Prepare construction specifications, cost estimates, and engineering reports, and review those provided by others.
• Conduct condition assessment/rehab evaluations for existing large-diameter assets.
• Experienced in the design of lift stations, interceptors and pipelines, including hydraulic and structural considerations.
• Project Delivery: Support project planning, scope, schedule, and budget; manage QA/QC reviews.
• Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Interface with municipalities, utilities, and permitting agencies; contribute to proposals and presentations.
• Perform independent design tasks; review the designs of others; prepare bid documents, including drawings and specifications; and organize all drawings, reports, calculations, and associated project deliverables.
• Interface with clients and Local, State, and Federal government agencies and lead project progress meetings, make project presentations, and provide clear written communications.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering.
• Minimum eight (8) years of experience in the design of water, stormwater or wastewater pipeline design with at least 2 years focused on large diameter systems.
• PE (Professional Engineer) in the State of Colorado or the ability to obtain Colorado licensure.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D, hydraulic modeling tools, and Excel-based calculations.
• Technical writing and communication skills.
• Public works design experience with Local, State and/or Federal governments.
• Must have demonstrated skills in leading project teams.
• Must have a valid driver's license, a good driving record, and be insurable under Merrick's insurance carrier.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with coordination of utilities with utility owners.
• Experience in utility relocations.
• Experience with trenchless design packages and rehab strategies.
• Experience with local Front Range Colorado municipalities.
• Working knowledge of StormCAD, Infoworks ICM, and HEC-RAS.
• Proposal writing and client development experience.

PERKS

• Employee Owned - all eligible U.S. employees have an Employee Stock Ownership Account.
• Robust Employee Referral Program.
• Annual performance and compensation reviews.
• Professional Training and Development.
• Employee Recognition Awards.
• Peer Mentor Program
• And Much More!

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Merrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets.