Design Engineer - Water/Wastewater

ZipRecruiter; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Design Engineer, EIT, to join their Water/Wastewater team in Mankato. This entry-level role offers a unique opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals and contribute to vital community infrastructure projects. You will assist in design and construction activities, ensuring safe and sustainable solutions for water and wastewater systems. With a commitment to employee development and a supportive work environment, this position is ideal for recent graduates or early-career engineers eager to make a meaningful impact. Join a team that values excellence and community service.

Benefits

401(k) Match Program

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance

Health Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Volunteer Time Off (VTO)

Qualifications

• Entry-level EIT position assisting in design and construction for water/wastewater projects.
• Must obtain Engineer-in-Training certification within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Engineers with design and construction phase activities.
• Perform basic design computations and prepare preliminary reports.

Skills

CAD Software

AutoCAD Civil3D

REVIT

Water Treatment Knowledge

Wastewater Treatment Knowledge

Education

Master of Science in Civil Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Bolton & Menk has an exciting opportunity for a Design Engineer, EIT, to join our Water/Wastewater team in our Mankato 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 2024, May 2025 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, 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 driver’s license as travel to various facilities and job sites may be required

Salary Range: $58,000 - $90,000 depending on years of experience and credentials

Bolton & Menk is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. Bolton & Menk reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s or other protected status under law.

Supporting Our Employees

There’s life at work and outside of work. Bolton & Menk has a number of benefit programs and amenities to support you and your family throughout various stages of life.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation plan - overtime compensation available to most employees
• Discretionary bonuses available to most employees
• ESOP - Employee ownership (ESOP); 100% company-paid contributions
• 401(k) Match Program
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Volunteer Time Off (VTO)
• Six paid company holidays
• Two floating personal holidays for important life events
• Tuition reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
• Dependent care reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Why Bolton & Menk?

Since 1949, Bolton & Menk has been committed to improving quality of life through engineering excellence and client satisfaction. We take pride in our work because we live in these communities. Today, we have more than 1,000 employees across over 35 locations, providing services to more than 400 communities and agencies. Learn more about our history here: https://www.bolton-menk.com/about-us/

Our Benefits

We value our people and offer an exceptional Total Compensation and Benefits Package, including flexible schedules and career development opportunities. Learn more here: https://www.bolton-menk.com/careers

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Bolton & Menk does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or third-party agencies without prior approval from our Talent Acquisition team. External candidates must be submitted through this process.

We are committed to embracing diversity and creating infrastructure that serves all people. Bolton & Menk, Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, including veterans.