Project Engineer I

Aqua; Chesapeake (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aqua is seeking a Project Engineer in Chesapeake, Ohio, focused on design and management of water and wastewater projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Engineer In Training (E.I.T.) certification, and 2+ years of experience in water/wastewater. Responsibilities include planning, coordinating capital projects, and managing the project lifecycle. Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Office is preferred. The position provides an opportunity to work on critical infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in water and wastewater preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret civil engineering drawings required.
• Communication skills through plan sets are essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan for assigned divisions/systems.
• Coordinate monthly capital meetings and track capital.
• Drive the 5-year capital plan.
• Manage project lifecycle from selection to close out.
• Complete necessary paperwork for accounting.

Skills

Excellent verbal, written and organizational skills

Ability to effectively coordinate multiple projects

Knowledge of Ten States Standards

Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Engineer In Training (E.I.T.) certification

Professional Engineer license in Ohio (Preferred)

Tools

SAP

Powerplant

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Overview

Aqua, an Essential Utilities company, is seeking a Project Engineer in the Ohio region. This role is under the direction of the Engineering Manager and provides engineering support to all Divisions and Departments within Ohio. The position is responsible for the 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, and related facilities.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Responsible for planning for assigned divisions/systems.
• Coordinate monthly capital meetings with operational personnel, track capital and report to senior management on capital of assigned projects.
• Drive 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 permits, 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 organizational 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 is preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Word.
• Ability to read and interpret civil engineering drawings.
• Communication skills through plan sets.

Equal Opportunity

Aqua, an Essential Utilities company, is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Equal employment opportunity is provided to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions, including medical conditions related to lactation), physical or mental disability, 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.

Accommodations

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