Project Water/Wastewater Engineer

H2M Architects and Engineers; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with up to 6% employer match

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

H2M Architects and Engineers in Melville, NY is seeking a Project Engineer for our Water and Wastewater Engineering team. The ideal candidate will lead various engineering projects focusing on water treatment design, manage project budgets and schedules, and supervise junior staff.

The position requires 5+ years of experience in water/wastewater design, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and strong communication skills. Employees enjoy healthcare benefits, a 401(k) match, and educational support.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional work experience in the design and/or design services of water/wastewater.
• FE/EIT required, PE highly desired.
• Strong verbal/written communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering work in water/wastewater treatment.
• Lead engineering evaluations and execute design calculations.
• Conduct construction administration and on-site resident support activities.

Skills

Water resources expertise

Stormwater management

Wastewater systems knowledge

Biological nutrient removal

Hydraulics

Civil/site design

Education

Bachelors' degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Autodesk Revit

Job description

Project Engineer – Water and Wastewater Engineering

H2M architects + engineers, a multidiscipline architectural, engineering, and environmental consulting firm, is expanding its Water and Wastewater Engineering team. We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer with strong technical backgrounds in water resources, stormwater, and wastewater systems. Ideal candidates will have expertise in biological nutrient removal technologies, hydraulics, sludge conditioning and disposal, treatment, storage, and distribution projects, and civil/site design. This position is seated in our Melville, NY office.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform engineering work in various engineering fields with an emphasis on water and wastewater treatment process through design to construction.
• Lead engineering evaluations, execute design calculations, and prepare reports, plans, and specifications with support of senior level engineering staff.
• Conduct construction administration and on-site resident support activities, including construction phase management activities, coordination of shop drawing reviews and RFI responses, and lead the development of construction change orders.
• Perform detailed engineering calculations and analysis.
• Lead administrative and project management related tasks for various engineering design projects, including management of subconsultants.
• Lead development of construction documents (plans and specifications).
• Manage project budgets and delivery schedules.
• Coordinate with other engineering and architecture departments.
• Conduct field investigations and inspections.
• Check performance or conformity with plans and specifications through field inspection and testing.
• Supervise and mentor junior engineers and technical staff.
• Interface with clients and construction managers.
• Assist with business development, proposal writing, and budgeting.

Education & Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional work experience in the design and/or design services of water/wastewater.
• Bachelors' degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or related field of study.
• FE/EIT required, PE highly desired.
• Strong verbal/written communication skills, organizational skills, and the ability to work well both independently and in team environment.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, Teams, Outlook).
• Understanding of Autodesk Revit software.

Salary & Compensation

Salary range: $85,000 - $120,000 annually. The employment offer may deviate from this published range based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to experience, specialty, knowledge, education, geography and/or related certifications – not related to any applicant’s characteristics protected by local, state or federal law. Salary or hourly rate indicated does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.

Benefits

We offer healthcare and wellness benefits, 401(k) retirement savings with up to 6% employer matching contributions and 100% vesting schedule, annual and spot bonus performance programs, flexibility and paid time off. We also offer tuition assistance for continuing education & professional licensure, student loan debt repayment program, technology allowance and excellent professional development programs that are custom designed for employees at all levels. H2M continually supports their employees through different Employee Resource Groups, such as Diversity and Inclusion, Sustainability, Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals.

Equal Employment Opportunity

H2M is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, ancestry, sex, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, pregnancy status, childbirth, related health conditions or reproductive decisions, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristics protected by Federal, State or local law. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

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