Design Engineer - Water/Wastewater

Bolton & Menk, Inc.; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total compensation package

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Bolton & Menk, Inc. in Ames, IA is seeking a Design Engineer, EIT to join our Water/Wastewater team. This entry-level civil engineering role supports project managers in design and construction phase activities on municipal water and wastewater projects.

Graduates or an EIT with 1–3 years of experience are welcome. You will assist with design calculations, drawings, specifications, and field observations, with opportunities to grow and contribute to community infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Science in Civil/Environmental Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Certified Engineer-in-Training or able to obtain within 12 months of hire.
• Experience with water or wastewater treatment.
• Working knowledge of CAD and design software (AutoCAD Civil3D, REVIT).
• Valid driver’s license for site travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Engineers with design and construction phase activities on municipal projects.
• Perform basic design computations, preliminary layout and design, and rough drafts of reports/feasibility studies.
• Assist with project plans, specifications, and cost/quantity take-off estimates.
• Support construction observation and coordination with contractors and city staff.

Skills

EIT eligible

Education

ABET-accredited Civil/Environmental Eng

Tools

AutoCAD Civil3D

REVIT

Job description

Bolton & Menk has an exciting opportunity for a Design Engineer, EIT, to join our Water/Wastewater team in our Ames office. As a Top Workplace, this is a fantastic chance to work with a talented team of professionals and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve. With over 75 years of experience, Bolton & Menk specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions across the Midwest, Southeast, and beyond.

In this entry level civil engineering role, we are looking to add an EIT who will help foster our mission that All People Should Live in Safe, Sustainable and Beautiful Communities! The majority of your time will be spent assisting project managers and project engineers in design and construction phase activities on Water/Wastewater projects. This position is open to December 2025 or May 2026 graduates or an experienced EIT with 1-3 years of experience.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Assist Project Engineers with design and construction phase activities on municipal projects
• Perform basic design computations, preliminary layout and design, research and prepare rough drafts of preliminary reports and feasibility studies
• Assist with project plans and specifications, preparing cost and quantity take-off estimates
• Construction observation activities may include performing construction staking, performing construction administration duties such as documenting activities, measuring and testing, providing general oversight, and interacting with contractors, sub-contractors, residents and City staff.

What We Are Looking For:

• Master of Science or Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering from an ABET accredited post-secondary institution with an emphasis on water and/or wastewater treatment.
• Certified Engineer-in-Training or able to obtain within 12 months of hire
• Experience with water or wastewater treatment
• Working knowledge and skills in CAD and design software. (i.e. AutoCAD Civil3D, REVIT)
• Possess a valid drivers license as travel to various facilities and job sites may be required

Bolton & Menk will currently not be providing visa sponsorship or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

WHY BOLTON & MENK?

Bolton & Menk, Inc. specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions. Since 1949, we have been committed to improving quality of life through engineering excellence and client satisfaction. From advocating for our communities to designing their dreams to finding funding; we take pride in our work because we live in these same communities. Today, Bolton & Menk has more than 1,000 employees throughout more than 40 locations in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, Wisconsin, Colorado, North Carolina and South Carolina providing services to more than 400 communities and agencies. Learn more about our history here: https://www.bolton-menk.com/about-us/

OUR BENEFITS

At Bolton & Menk, we value our people and provide an exceptional Total Compensation and Benefits Package to protect our most valuable asset. We are committed to the well-being of our employees and their families. Perks of being a Bolton & Menk employee include peace of mind with our benefits package and competitive compensation plan, flexible schedules, and career development opportunities. Learn more here: https://www.bolton-menk.com/careers

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Bolton & Menk does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies in response to Bolton & Menk job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Bolton & Menk Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Bolton & Menk Talent Acquisition team.

It is our responsibility and privilege to embrace the diversity of people, thoughts, and experiences necessary to develop infrastructure systems that serve all people. Bolton & Menk, Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity / affirmative action Employer including disability and vets.

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