Entry-Level Water/Wastewater Engineer I

Ardurra; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Rich benefits program

Ardurra Academy

Job summary

Ardurra seeks an entry-level Water/Wastewater Engineer I for our Knoxville, TN office. The role focuses on planning, design, construction administration, and project support for municipal water and wastewater systems in the Southeast.

The successful candidate will work with engineers, EITs, CAD technicians, and sub consultants on greenfield and upgrade projects, under mentorship. A 4-year engineering degree or ABET-equivalent is required; start date expected June 2027.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited) required or equivalent.
• Ability to work with engineering teams including EITs and CAD technicians.
• Fresh graduates welcome; entry-level role with supervision.

Responsibilities

• Prepare plans, quantities, material estimates, and perform basic design calculations.
• Assist in preparation of technical specifications and bid evaluations.
• Review design drawings for compliance with specs and prepare reports.
• Support field data collection and site visits as needed.
• Assist proposal team with documentation and cost estimates.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

ABET-accredited program

Masters degree in Engineering (optional)

Job description

Ardurra is seeking an entry level "Entry-Level Water/Wastewater Engineer I"to join our team in the Knoxville, TN location!

"This position has an anticipated start date of June 2027."

Primary Function:

This position will be expected to plan, design, provide construction administration, and possibly manage aspects of multidiscipline projects consisting of water/wastewater treatment and collection/distribution systems for municipal-type clients in the Southeast region. The individual should be capable of performing the technical design on water/wastewater projects and collaborating with our team of engineers, EIT's, CADD technicians, and sub consultants to successfully execute these types of projects. The position will expose the successful candidate to a full range of water and wastewater facility projects. Projects may include water/wastewater treatment facility green field projects, upgrade and expansion projects, process upgrades or rehabilitation projects, water distribution and storage systems, transmission pipelines, wastewater collection systems, pump stations, and other water utility-related projects.

Primary Duties:

• Prepares plan details and outlines, identifies quantities of materials, cost estimates and performs calculations for a specific segment of a project.
• Assists in preparation of technical specifications.
• Evaluates vendor bids and drawings to assure compliance with specifications.
• Reviews and approves design drawings within defined limits.
• Prepares technical reports or sections of larger reports.
• From time to time, performs field tests & measurements, collects field data.
• Provides assistance and support to a proposal team or proposal manager.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelors in Civil Engineering or related
• 4-year engineering degree from an ABET accredited program (or equivalent working knowledge/experience or Masters degree in Engineering).
• Thisincludes limited experience in utilizing various computer software packages and automated engineering and design equipment.

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/ ... 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.

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