Environmental Engineer - Drinking Water

CDM Smith; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking an Environmental Engineer to design and improve water and wastewater treatment facilities in Denver, CO. The role involves creating engineering designs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and contributing to technical documentation. This position promises a fulfilling career, working on meaningful projects that help shape the future of water infrastructure.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Disability insurance

Qualifications

• 3 years of related experience required.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Creates water and wastewater treatment facilities and engineering designs.
• Reviews designs for compliance with regulations.
• Performs water quality analyses and modeling.

Skills

Knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software

Solid knowledge of engineering principles of design

Knowledge of Microsoft business software (e.g., Excel, Word)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering

Job description

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Job Description:

Under light supervision, creates basic to moderate complexity water and wastewater treatment facilities, pump stations and engineering designs to meet client project requirements.

Reviews draft designs and reports for compliance with federal, state and local regulations.

Ensures that firm policies and practices are followed on all designs.

Performs site reviews and studies, as needed, to ensure designs are aligned with location specifications. Updates design requirements as necessary.

Performs water quality analyses and modeling.

Contributes to firm's TKM by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc. Submits technical papers and designs for publishing to technical journals.

Attends conferences, symposia, etc. to improve the visibility of the firm's products and services in collaboration with applicable sales staff.

Performs other duties as required.

Provides technical guidance and training to more junior staff.

Reviews the work of more junior staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering or related discipline.

3 years of related experience.

Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.

Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices.

Solid knowledge of engineer principles of design.

Knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.

Employees may be placed in a CDM Smith or a client site in a professional office environment or in a field environment based on the nature of the employee's responsibilities, an assigned project or task, the skills of the employee and the work available. Work may require active and focused participation in meetings or conference calls (e.g., communicate, express oneself and exchange information, etc.) of varying durations of time. May be frequent periods of high productivity with varying tight or rigid deadlines. Work demands may require employees to work beyond the standard scheduled workday or workweek. May be required to move about the assigned work location. May be required to operate and use a PC/computer/electronic device. When working in an office setting, may be required to move about to access files and utilize office equipment. While in an office setting, lifting will generally involve carrying one’s work materials and tools e.g., laptops, etc. For positions involving file management activities, lifting will generally involve carrying files and boxes. For certain Facilities group positions, lifting up to 50 pounds may be required to move supplies, make deliveries, etc. When working in the field, may be exposed to hazardous weather conditions; extreme temperatures (hot or cold); excessive humidity; dampness or chilling; loud and/or continuous noise, vibrations or other sensory conditions; hazardous/dirty materials, equipment, locations; or working around machinery with moving parts, and/or moving objects or vehicles. When working in the field, may be required to move about to utilize and operate field equipment and/or machinery and to navigate slippery and uneven terrain. When working in the field, may be required to work in and move about a confined space. While working in the field, lifting may be required generally up to 50 pounds.

EEO Statement:

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information:

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

Massachusetts Applicants :

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Agency Disclaimer :

All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Recruitment Center Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Recruiting Center Team (RCT) will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

Additional Pay Range Information :

The pay range for this position is listed above. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for this position based on the geographic location assigned to the position. Please note that pay ranges vary based on geographic location. In addition to geographic location, the company considers several other factors when extending an offer including but not limited to the role, function and associated responsibilities, the candidate’s work experience, education/training and key skills.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Design

• Industries

  Civil Engineering

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