Project Engineer I

Aqua America, Inc.; Boardman Township (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aqua America, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer in Boardman Township, Ohio. This role involves planning, coordination, and management of engineering projects related to water and wastewater systems, including repairs and replacements of tanks and stations.

The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, possess Engineer In Training (E.I.T.) certification, and have at least two years of relevant experience, with strong skills in project management and communication.

Familiarity with standards and tools like AutoCAD Civil 3D is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering is required.
• Selected candidate must have Engineer In Training (E.I.T.); or ability to achieve within 12 months of hire.
• Two or more years of experience in water and wastewater is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning for assigned divisions/systems.
• Coordination of monthly capital meetings with operational personnel.
• Driver/coordinator of the 5-year capital plan.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Knowledge of Ten States Standards

Ability to read civil engineering drawings

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Engineer In Training (E.I.T.)

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We have a great opportunity for a Project Engineer! This role is under the direction of the Engineering Manager and is responsible for engineering support to all Divisions and Departments of the Ohio region. Responsible for design and management of assigned projects within Ohio including the repair or replacement of tanks, booster stations, lift stations, WTP projects, WWTP projects, regulating vaults, etc.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Responsible for planning for assigned divisions/systems.
• Coordination of monthly capital meetings with operational personnel, tracking capital and reporting to senior management on capital of assigned projects.
• Driver/coordinator of the 5-year capital plan for assigned divisions/systems.
• Utilize Powerplant and SAP for assigned projects.
• Responsible for submittal of any required permits and approvals.
• Responsible for obtaining necessary easements for assigned projects.
• Responsible for project through entire lifecycle; selection, planning including obtaining any, permitting, construction, close out activities.
• Responsible for approving pay applications and the processing of invoices.
• Completes all necessary paperwork needed for accounting to close the project.
• Other duties as assigned.

Special Educational or Registration Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering is required.
• Selected candidate must have Engineer In Training (E.I.T.); or ability to achieve within 12 months of hire.
• Professional Engineer license in the State of Ohio (Preferred).
• Two or more years of experience in water and wastewater is preferred.
• Excellent verbal, written and organization skills are required as is the ability to effectively coordinate multiple projects.
• Knowledge of Ten States Standards, AWWA Standards, WEC Standards.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Word.
• Ability to read and interpret civil engineering drawings.
• Communication skills through plan sets.

Aqua, an Essential Utilities company is an Equal Opportunity / Aff… Equal employment opportunity is provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to the following legally protected characteristics: race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions, including medical conditions related to lactation), physical or mental disability, covered-veteran status, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal law. Aqua is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you have a condition that may prevent you from applying for a job online or need to request an accommodation during the interview process, please call (1-877-271-9012). To maintain the integrity of the recruitment process and to avoid real or perceived conflicts of interest due to employment and/or assignment of family members and personal referrals, specific guidelines apply to the hiring and assignment of these individuals including, but not limited to: Family members cannot result in a supervisor/subordinate reporting relationship. Family members cannot work in the same department.