Engineering Associate

Knoxville Utilities Board; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Knoxville Utilities Board is seeking a hands-on field professional to support its water and wastewater systems. You will work with engineers and project coordinators on field tasks, troubleshooting, and improvements while serving customers in Knoxville and surrounding counties.

The role emphasizes ability to read drawings, teamwork, and problem-solving in a dynamic utility environment. A valid driver’s license is required, and an associates degree is preferred for growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; associates degree preferred is a plus.
• 1–3 years of related field experience; ability to read construction drawings and standards.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate clearly with colleagues and customers.
• Valid driver's license is required to operate company vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Help find underground water leaks and identify wastewater I&I sources.
• Maintain and troubleshoot metering and pressure equipment.
• Support capital improvements and O&M activities in water and wastewater systems.
• Provide customer support and assist with storm response and emergency tasks.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associates degree preferred

Tools

GIS

Excel

SharePoint

Word

Project Management Software

Job description

About KUB:

KUB is one of the largest public utilities in the country providing safe, reliable, and affordable electric, gas, water, wastewater, and fiber services to more than 520,000 customers in Knoxville and parts of seven surrounding counties. We are looking for employees who want to be a part of a mission-driven organization with strong values that support a skilled, diverse, and inclusive workforce.

About the Role:

Join our team and help keep essential water and wastewater systems running safely and efficiently. Working alongside Engineers, Project Coordinators, and other professionals, you’ll tackle a variety of hands‑on field and engineering projects with opportunities to learn and grow.

You’ll help find underground water leaks, identify wastewater I&I sources, maintain and troubleshoot metering and pressure equipment, and support system improvements. You’ll also support capital improvements and operation and maintenance activities in KUB’s water and wastewater systems, provide customer support, and train for storm response and other emergency activities.

If you’re a motivated problem-solver who enjoys hands‑on work and making a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Physical Requirements:

May require walking up to five miles per day over rough and/or hilly terrain when assisting with field surveying and layout work. Requires above normal mental and visual alertness quite frequently. Position may require ability to: drive vehicles; bend, stoop and lift various objects weighing 10-75 lbs two to three times per week; and work in all types of weather, with exposure to equipment and machine noise, dirt, and traffic. Physical demands for a specific position within this classification may vary and / or exceed those demands described above.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• One (1) to three (3) years of demonstrated experience in related field
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings, standards, and specifications
• Ability to work as part of a team to achieve departments and KUB goals
• Strong written and oral communication, interpersonal, and team skills
• Valid driver's license

Please note that due to job responsibilities, KUB does not provide immigration sponsorship for and/or based on this position.

Preferred Requirements

• Associates degree in Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Computer-Aided Drafting and Design, or related field from an accredited community college or university
• Two or more (2+) years of experience in engineering or construction, preferably with a public utility
• Experience in Construction Project Management
• Experience in various computer skills including GIS, Excel, SharePoint, Word, and Project Management Software

About The Selection Process

Phase 2 – Experience, training, and education evaluation

Phase 3 – Interview with department representatives

Phase 4 – Written, performance, and behavioral exercises

Phase 6 – Physical assessment and/or drug screen*

*KUB is part of the Tennessee Drug Free Workplace Program

If special accommodations are needed at any phase of the selection process, please notify Human Resources in advance.

Knoxville Utilities Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer