Entry Level Engineer - Water/Wastewater

Ardurra; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative firm dedicated to enhancing water quality and sustainability! As an entry-level engineer in the water/wastewater sector, you will collaborate with experienced professionals on diverse projects ranging from treatment plants to infrastructure design. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills while contributing to meaningful solutions that benefit communities. With a strong emphasis on a supportive and engaging work culture, this company prioritizes your professional growth through training programs and a family-like atmosphere. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Rich benefits programs

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work environment

Family-like culture

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering required.
• 0-2 years of experience in engineering or related fields preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and analysis of water/wastewater treatment facilities.
• Conduct hydraulic modeling and perform field investigations.

Skills

Hydraulic modeling

Engineering analysis

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering

Bachelor’s in Environmental Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

GIS

Job description

WK Dickson (an Ardurra Company) is seeking an Entry Level Engineer - Water/Wastewater to join our staff in Charlotte, NC.

Our innovative water and wastewater engineers collaborate closely with clients to plan, design, permit, and construct systems that address their needs comprehensively. This approach allows our clients to make smarter investments, resulting in lower life cycle costs and additional benefits.

As a recognized leader in the Southeast water industry, our projects encompass treatment and infrastructure initiatives for municipal and institutional clients. Our work ranges from drinking water supply to water reuse and wastewater management. We have the capability to support projects of all sizes within a flexible and innovative team environment.

Primary Function:

This position provides the opportunity to work on a variety of water and wastewater projects, including treatment plants, pipelines, pump stations, and infrastructure design. You will collaborate with senior engineers and project managers to develop solutions that enhance water quality and sustainability.

Primary Duties:

• Assist in the design and analysis of water/wastewater treatment facilities, distribution systems, and collection networks.
• Prepare engineering drawings, reports, and specifications.
• Conduct hydraulic modeling and calculations.
• Perform field investigations, data collection, and site inspections.
• Support permitting and regulatory compliance efforts.
• Assist in preparing cost estimates and project schedules.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s in civil, Environmental Engineering, or related disciplines.
• 0-2 years of experience in engineering or related fields (internship experience preferred but not required).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS, and hydraulic modeling software is preferred.
• EIT certification (or ability to obtain within one year) preferred.

Why Ardurra?

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging, and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.

Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology
• Civil Engineering