Design Associate I - Industrial Water

The Haskell Company; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Professional development

Job summary

The Haskell Company in Atlanta seeks an entry-level environmental/civil engineer to join our industrial wastewater team. You will assist with executing projects from concept to start-up, under supervision of senior engineers, and collaborate with design and construction teams on design-build wastewater projects.

We value hands-on learning, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and growth opportunities in a culture focused on safety, quality, and client satisfaction. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering or related field; Master's degree a plus.
• Entry-level to five years of experience in the design, management, and implementation of industrial wastewater treatment systems.
• Strong academic background in fluid mechanics, water/wastewater treatment processes, and environmental chemistry.
• Familiarity with wastewater treatment technologies such as activated sludge, biological treatment, chemical precipitation, advanced oxidation, and membrane filtration.
• Familiarity with industrial wastewater hydraulics.
• Proficiency in engineering software including MS Office, AutoCAD, Revit or BIM.
• Strong personal management skills and the ability to manage commitments.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Critical thinking and initiative to research and solve problems.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and adapt to project needs.
• Commitment to quality and project safety.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to develop wastewater designs.
• Gather data and analyze requirements for various industries and their wastewater profiles.
• Assist in preparing engineering plans and specifications for wastewater treatment systems.
• Perform calculations related to process design and hydraulics.
• Contribute to environmental impact assessments and feasibility studies.
• Participate in field visits to gather data at industrial sites.
• Support proposals and project reports with clear technical information.
• Stay current with industry trends and regulatory changes.
• Collaborate with regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with environmental standards.
• Work with cross-functional teams to develop design drawings and specifications.
• Assist in selecting and specifying wastewater treatment equipment.
• Support construction teams with submittals and RFIs.
• Learn from senior staff to grow engineering skills.

Skills

Fluid mechanics

Water/wastewater treatment

Environmental chemistry

MS Office

AutoCAD

Revit or BIM

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM

Job description

At Haskell, you're not just joining a company-you're joining a nationally recognized Top Workplace where diverse perspectives and inclusive thinking drive stronger outcomes. Whether you're starting out, growing your expertise, or leading the way, you'll find a culture grounded in trust, driven by excellence, and built to support your goals. Here, you'll have the opportunity, flexibility, and sense of belonging to grow your career your way-while making a real impact.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented entry-level civil / environmental engineer to join our industrial wastewater team. Y ou will play a pivotal role in executing the complete lifecycle of projects, from conceptualization through engineering, design, procurement, and construction and start-up support. Your work will be directed by senior industrial wastewater engineers. You will work directly with Haskell design and construction teams in support of design-only and integrated design-build industrial wastewater treatment projects.

Haskell performs these projects, ranging in value from $0.5 million to $100 million for a variety of clients, including the food and beverage, beer, wine and spirits, healthcare, and other industries across the US and internationally.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to develop efficient and sustainable industrial wastewater system designs.
• Conduct research and gather and analyze data to understand the specific requirements and challenges of various industries and their wastewater profiles.
• Assist in the preparation of engineering plans and specifications for industrial wastewater treatment systems.
• Perform engineering calculations related to wastewater treatment system design, including process design and system hydraulics.
• Contribute to environmental impact assessments, feasibility studies, and risk assessments related to wastewater systems.
• Participate in field visits to industrial sites to gather data, assess existing systems, and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Support the development of proposals and project reports, presenting technical information clearly and concisely.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes related to industrial wastewater treatment systems.
• Collaborate with regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental standards.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including environmental, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation & control engineers in developing project design drawings and specifications.
• Work directly with equipment manufacturers in selecting and specifying wastewater treatment equipment.
• Assist Haskell construction teams in reviewing Equipment Submittals and Requests-for-Information (RFIs).
• Work with and be mentored by senior staff in developing your engineering skills and advancing your professional growth.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Engineering or related field; Master's degree is a plus.
• Entry-level to five years of experience in the design, management, and implementation of industrial wastewater treatment systems.
• Strong academic background in fluid mechanics, water/wastewater treatment processes, and environmental chemistry.
• Familiarity with wastewater treatment technologies such as activated sludge, biological treatment, chemical precipitation, advanced oxidation, and membrane filtration.
• Familiarity of industrial wastewater hydraulics.
• Proficiency in relevant engineering software and tools, including MS Office, AutoCAD, Revit or BIM.
• Strong personal management skills, including the ability to manage commitments.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to convey technical information.
• Critical thinking skills, including the ability to take the initiative to research, analyze and solve technical problems.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and adapt to evolving project needs.
• Commitment to quality and project safety.

At Haskell, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, professional development opportunities, and more. Join us and be part of a team where your contributions make a difference.

Environmental Factors and/or Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, this position is required to have ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; and the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10-50 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read application/form information. The associate frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities:

Haskell will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

Haskell is an Equal Opportunity Employer (Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities) and Drug-Free Workplace.