Water and Wastewater Field Engineer

Terracon Facilities; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon Facilities seeks a motivated graduate engineer in Harrisburg. This role involves designing and analyzing water resources systems while ensuring safety standards are met. The ideal candidate will collaborate on projects, communicate with clients, and maintain high-quality engineering practices. Tailored career development opportunities and a supportive hybrid work environment are offered.

Benefits

Paid education and training

Career advancement opportunities

Flexible work routine

401(k) plan

Employee-owned benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 0-2 years' experience required.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
• EIT certificate in Pennsylvania is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design water and wastewater systems.
• Perform site investigations and inspections.
• Assist with regulatory reporting and permit applications.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

SWMM

HEC-HMS

WaterCAD

SewerCAD

Job description

Job Description

Skelly and Loy, A Terracon Company WANTS YOU if you:

• Show attention to detail.
• Are invigorated by challenges.
• Enjoy communication
• Strive to solve problems with unique solutions
• Are experienced in outdoor and office environments.
• Want a career development path.
  
  

…EXPLORE WITH US!

You’ll Get To

Design potable water, domestic and industrial wastewater, stormwater, rainwater harvesting, and other water resources systems

Perform engineering analyses and calculations

Prepare detailed drawings

Develop engineer’s reports and plans

Assemble permit applications and other regulatory reports

Develop construction specifications and contracts

Perform site inspections and sampling

Perform construction inspections

Assist with treatment system operations and maintenance

Assist with the preparation of proposals

Communicate with clients

Essential Roles And Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects.
• Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Maintain quality standards on all projects.
• Perform site investigations, data collection, site surveys, and field evaluations of existing facilities, infrastructure, and property.
• Complete evaluations, alternative analyses, feasibility studies, and engineer’s construction estimates.
• Evaluate groundwater and surface water quality.
• Design potable water distribution and treatment systems, wastewater collection/conveyance and treatment systems, water reuse/recycling systems, and stormwater facilities.
• Complete calculations and utilize applicable software applications for design purposes.
• Aid in the development of detailed design drawings, schematics, layouts, and detailed technical specifications.
• Assist with completing permit applications and design reports for various review agencies.
• Compile data and operational information for inclusion into regulatory reporting for potable water and wastewater systems.
• Provide field support to operations and maintenance staff periodically on water and wastewater treatment system projects.
• Support with construction project bid document preparation and pre-bid meeting attendance.
• Assist with construction phase services, such as management of project schedule, costs, meeting attendance, and administrative tasks.
• Complete construction field inspections/oversight and prepare inspection reports.
• Correspond with clients, vendors, contractors, regulatory agencies, and operation and maintenance staff as needed based on project requirements.
• Attend meetings (remote or in-person) with clients, field staff and regulatory agencies for project support.
• Assist with the preparation of project proposals and cost estimates.
• Work closely with senior-level project managers to gain additional project management experience for more complex and larger projects.
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or related Engineering degree.
• Minimum 0-2 years’ experience.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
  
  

Preferred Experience

• 0-2 years’ experience in potable water, wastewater, water resources design and permitting with an engineering consulting firm or related internship.
• Pennsylvania Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate or ability to become certified in Pennsylvania.
• Proficiency in technical writing and Microsoft Office Suite
• Detail oriented with commitment to providing high quality engineering services as it related to all workspace responsibilities.
• Team oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent time management, with the ability to multitask
• Willing to learn or experience with AutoCAD software.
• Familiarity with Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP) permitting and design requirements for potable water and wastewater systems.
• Experience in field reconnaissance, survey equipment operation, data collection, and analysis.
• Experience with water and wastewater treatment system operations and maintenance.
• Construction inspection and oversight understanding
• Experience or openness to learn design related software as required by project need (i.e SWMM, HEC-HMS, WaterCAD, SewerCAD, etc.)
• Willing and able to travel to project sites and meetings as needed, including long days and overnight
  
  

Your Career Growth

• Personalized career path planning.
• Paid internal and external education and training.
• Career advancement opportunities locally and nationally.
  
  

FLEXIBLE WORK ROUTINE: In-office and remote hybrid schedule

About Terracon

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 7,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 180 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

EEO Statement

Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.