Field Engineer

Terracon; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personalized career path planning

Paid education and training

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Terracon is looking for an entry-level Engineer in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, to design potable water and wastewater systems. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field and have 0-2 years of experience, with a valid driver’s license. Responsibilities include site investigations, design calculations, and communication with clients. This position offers a flexible hybrid work schedule and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
• Minimum 0-2 years’ experience, preferably in engineering consulting.
• Pennsylvania Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design water and wastewater systems.
• Perform site investigations and evaluations.
• Complete evaluations and feasibility studies.
• Assist with the preparation of proposals and cost estimates.

Skills

Detail oriented

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Time management

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Willingness to learn AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

AutoCAD

SWMM

HEC-HMS

WaterCAD

SewerCAD

Job description

General Responsibilities

• Show attention to detail.
• Are invigorated by challenges.
• Enjoy communication
• Strive to solve problems with unique solutions
• Are experienced in outdoor and office environments.
• Want a career development path.

…EXPLORE WITH US!

YOU'LL GET TO

• Design potable water, domestic and industrial wastewater, stormwater, rainwater harvesting, and other water resources systems
• Perform engineering analyses and calculations
• Prepare detailed drawings
• Develop engineer’s reports and plans
• Assemble permit applications and other regulatory reports
• Develop construction specifications and contracts
• Perform site inspections and sampling
• Perform construction inspections
• Assist with treatment system operations and maintenance
• Assist with the preparation of proposals
• Communicate with clients

ESSENTIAL ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects.
• Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Maintain quality standards on all projects.

• Perform site investigations, data collection, site surveys, and field evaluations of existing facilities, infrastructure, and property.
• Complete evaluations, alternative analyses, feasibility studies, and engineer’s construction estimates.
• Evaluate groundwater and surface water quality.
• Design potable water distribution and treatment systems, wastewater collection/conveyance and treatment systems, water reuse/recycling systems, and stormwater facilities.
• Complete calculations and utilize applicable software applications for design purposes.
• Aid in the development of detailed design drawings, schematics, layouts, and detailed technical specifications.
• Assist with completing permit applications and design reports for various review agencies.
• Compile data and operational information for inclusion into regulatory reporting for potable water and wastewater systems.
• Provide field support to operations and maintenance staff periodically on water and wastewater treatment system projects.
• Support with construction project bid document preparation and pre-bid meeting attendance.
• Assist with construction phase services, such as management of project schedule, costs, meeting attendance, and administrative tasks.
• Complete construction field inspections/oversight and prepare inspection reports.
• Correspond with clients, vendors, contractors, regulatory agencies, and operation and maintenance staff as needed based on project requirements.
• Attend meetings (remote or in-person) with clients, field staff and regulatory agencies for project support.
• Assist with the preparation of project proposals and cost estimates.
• Work closely with senior-level project managers to gain additional project management experience for more complex and larger projects.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or related Engineering degree.
• Minimum 0-2 years’ experience.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• 0-2 years’ experience in potable water, wastewater, water resources design and permitting with an engineering consulting firm or related internship.
• Pennsylvania Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate or ability to become certified in Pennsylvania.
• Proficiency in technical writing and Microsoft Office Suite
• Detail oriented with commitment to providing high quality engineering services as it related to all workspace responsibilities.
• Team oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management, with the ability to multitask
• Willing to learn or experience with AutoCAD software.
• Familiarity with Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP) permitting and design requirements for potable water and wastewater systems.
• Experience in field reconnaissance, survey equipment operation, data collection, and analysis.
• Experience with water and wastewater treatment system operations and maintenance.
• Construction inspection and oversight understanding
• Experience or openness to learn design related software as required by project need (e.g. SWMM, HEC-HMS, WaterCAD, SewerCAD, etc.)
• Willing and able to travel to project sites and meetings as needed, including long days and overnight

YOUR CAREER GROWTH

• Personalized career path planning.
• Paid internal and external education and training.
• Career advancement opportunities locally and nationally.

FLEXIBLE WORK ROUTINE: In-office and remote hybrid schedule