Staff Wastewater Engineer

Pennoni; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennoni is seeking a Staff Engineer to contribute to water and wastewater projects from our Philadelphia, PA office. The role focuses on wastewater treatment and conveyance, with the option for alternative locations for the right candidate.

You will collaborate with developers, municipalities, and DOTs in the Mid-Atlantic region. Responsibilities include hydraulic modeling, design plans, regulatory permitting, and coordination with regulators, clients, and the project team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• 4+ years of professional experience in engineering, preferably wastewater/wet utility projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop design criteria and project plans for water/wastewater facilities.
• Prepare technical reports, cost estimates, and specifications, coordinating with regulatory agencies.
• Communicate with team and clients on design and construction progress.
• Conduct field data collection and site visits; perform Construction Administration as needed.
• Assist with additional tasks as required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team player

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are looking for a Staff Engineer to contribute to our water & wastewater projects on a full-time, direct basis; this person will be expected to focus on our wastewater treatment & conveyance projects. This position will be based at our office in Philadelphia, PA (but we are willing to consider alternative locations for the right candidate!).

Our team coordinates with a variety of private Land Developers, Corporations, Municipalities, Municipal Authorities, and Transportation DOT’s/Agencies in the Mid-Atlantic Region; our staff have the opportunity to work with many different clients on a variety of projects in cooperation with team members from our other offices – this approach provides an opportunity for every employee to be involved with projects where their capabilities & expertise are needed!

This person will be expected to support various projects by performing a wide range of tasks related to water/wastewater facilities: hydraulic modeling, pump stations & booster stations, wastewater treatment, water treatment, sludge processing, water intake facilities, low-pressure sewers, regulatory permitting, and plan / report preparation.

Primary Responsibilities

• Work with multiple clients in the Mid-Atlantic region (with a focus on Pennsylvania & New Jersey) to assist with the development of design criteria / parameters for water / wastewater facilities (including treatment, conveyance and regulatory permitting).
• Design project plans and assist with the development of associated technical reports, cost estimates, and specifications for water / wastewater treatment & conveyance projects; this will include coordination with regulatory agencies for associated permitting.
• Communicate with the team as well as clients regarding the development / design and construction of projects.
• Perform occasional field data collection and site visits; Construction Administration services will also be required (as needed and as appropriate).
• Additional tasks may be assigned, as needed.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering-oriented discipline (preferably Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering).
• 4+ years of professional experience working in Engineering, preferably with wastewater / wet utility projects.

Preferred Qualifications

• PE in PA is a plus!
• Experience working on design and regulatory permitting activities throughout the region; experience working with PA & NJ DEP’s is a plus!
• Proficiency on all standard Microsoft Office software applications (especially Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Excellent analytical and attention-to-detail skills.
• Proven ability to demonstrate problem-solving skills, especially when working on a variety of projects while providing solutions to difficult issues.
• Proven ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision while displaying a positive attitude.
• Excellent organizational skills, especially with a proven ability to work in a self-motivated manner while effectively multi-tasking and prioritizing multiple assignments.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written); technical writing skills are strongly preferred!

Why Pennoni?

At Pennoni, we're not just another multi-disciplinary engineering firm; we're a vibrant team of innovators shaping the future! Founded more than five decades ago, Pennoni is an ENR Top 500 consulting engineering firm where individuality sparks innovation and growth. We’re all about helping you build your career while fostering a great workplace culture – here, you'll work with supportive, talented teammates and find pride in your contributions. Join us to be part of a team that values your unique skills and drives excellence in every project!

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