Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer

M.J. Engineering and Land Surveying, PC; Town of Harrietstown (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

MJ Engineering, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Land Surveying, P.C. seeks a Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer for its Saranac Lake, NY office. You will lead design packages and reports for municipal water and wastewater systems, working within project teams from concept to construction.

You will conduct field investigations, coordinate permits, and mentor junior staff while supporting business development and client communication. A PE license and strong writing skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering from an ABET-accredited college.
• 7+ years of relevant civil/environmental engineering experience in municipal projects.
• Professional Engineer license is required.

Responsibilities

• Support water/wastewater projects from programming through design and construction.
• Lead and prepare complete design packages for water and wastewater projects.
• Prepare technical reports including master plans and feasibility studies.
• Conduct field investigations to assess site conditions and provide engineering support.
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies for permits and approvals.
• Provide construction administration support and project coordination.

Skills

Water/Wastewater

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Hydraulic modeling

Leadership

Technical writing

Education

ABET-accredited civil/environmental engineering degree

Professional Engineer license

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

WaterGEMS

SewerGEMS

Job description

MJ is a multi-disciplined engineering firm located in Clifton Park, New York with a staff of more than 175 professional architects, engineers, and surveyors. We have been in business for more than 47 years with a focus on municipal, state, federal, and private development projects. MJ has an immediate opening for a Senior Water/Wastewater engineer in our Saranac Lake, NY office and is currently accepting applications to join our great employees. Please view our website for additional information www.mjteam.com

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work within a project team to support water/wastewater projects from initial project programming, through design and construction.

Lead and independently prepare complete design packages (plans, specifications, estimates) for water and wastewater projects, including utility pipelines, pumping stations, and treatment facilities.

Prepare technical reports including engineering reports, utility master plans, capital improvement plans, condition assessments, asset management plans, and feasibility studies for water and wastewater systems.

Conduct field investigations to assess site conditions, inspect facilities and provide engineering support during design and construction.

Coordinate with regulatory and governmental agencies for applicable permits.

Provide construction administration support including project meetings, shop drawing reviews, reviewing / responding to RFIs, assisting in preparing project punch lists, completing periodic site inspections, and coordination with clients.

Coordinate execution of projects with other disciplines.

Support and mentor junior-level staff to share technical job knowledge and experience.

Assist with technical marketing during the procurement of key projects, including participation in presentations.

REQUIREMENTS:

Possess a bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering from an ABET- accredited college with 7+ years of relevant experience in civil or environmental engineering and consulting with focus in municipal projects, including water and wastewater.

Professional Engineering license required.

Understanding of State, Federal, and local regulations specific to water systems, sanitary sewers, and water and wastewater treatment.

Proficient in the use of AutoCAD Civil 3D as a design tool for the preparation of plans.

Understanding of hydraulic modeling (WaterGEMs, SewerGEMs or similar) is preferred.

Ability to work within multiple design teams and execute to meet demanding schedules.

Have excellent technical writing and communication skills.

Detail oriented, self-motivated with strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Must be a US citizen or eligible to work without an employer sponsorship. Pay is based on applicant’s ability/experience and will be rated accordingly. We offer a very competitive benefit package. If you are ready to start a new career or need a change in venue, please send resume and cover letter to: [e-mail] .

MJ Engineering, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Land Surveying, P.C. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. MJ Engineering, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Land Surveying, P.C. provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran, or disabled status.