Water Engineer

Davita Inc.; Cockeysville (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Davita Inc. is seeking an Engineer 1 to join their Public Water and Wastewater Treatment Group. This entry-level position involves supporting municipalities in water-related projects, allowing for personal and professional development in a collaborative environment focused on sustainability.

Qualifications

• 0 to 2 years of experience in study and design of water and sewer systems.
• Fundamental understanding of wastewater and potable water treatment practices.
• Ability to perform field work supporting planning and design projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan and design projects following construction and government standards.
• Complete design calculations and assist in preparing cost estimates.
• Support field assignments and review vendor drawings for compliance.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Company Description

We invite you to bring your enthusiasm, energy, professionalism, and drive to find solutions that improve the world as you contribute to innovative and high-quality, sustainable design solutions. To succeed in this role, you should have the education, skills, and experience requirements listed below. Are you our new Engineer 1? Click the apply button to send your application.

Inviting bright minds

Do you want to push the boundaries of your profession and develop your excellence in an open, collaborative, and empowering culture? We work to create a sustainable future, and our inspiring projects and innovative solutions strive to set the standard among our peers. You will join a global company that has been successfully growing since its founding in 1945. Together, we lead and leave a positive impact on societies, companies, and people around the world.

You will join our Public Water and Wastewater Treatment Group

As our new Engineer 1, you will be part of a team dedicated to working with municipalities and utilities to deliver a wide range of water and wastewater-related projects, from preliminary studies to design and construction. The candidate will join a highly successful team providing water and wastewater infrastructure and treatment solutions within the northeast region of the US, collaborating with other offices and teams throughout Ramboll North America.

Your key tasks and responsibilities will be:

• Under supervision, plan and design portions of projects of varying complexity, following design, construction, and government standards using various design software and tools.
• Complete design calculations, review and analyze field data, and assist in preparing construction cost estimates with guidance from a senior engineer.
• Perform engineering tasks supporting the creation of water and wastewater treatment facilities, water and sewer systems, pipelines, and pump stations to meet client project requirements.
• Prepare reports or analyses such as design calculations, field data results/conclusions, and cost estimates.
• Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photographs, geologic data, and other data to plan projects.
• Provide supporting narrative sections to engineering reports related to completed tasks.
• Gather and record information for updating company specifications.
• Support field assignments as required.
• Review vendor drawings for compliance with specifications.
• Prepare routine technical reports.
• Visit job sites to gain field experience, broaden background, and develop practical engineering skills.
• Contribute to the successful implementation of projects in construction through document review and providing comments and directions for contractors.

Your starting point for constant growth

From the moment you join Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you grow with the company. For this role, we believe your starting point is:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering with 0 to 2 years of experience in study and design of treatment and/or conveyance systems for water and sewer.
• Fundamental understanding of physical, chemical, and biological practices for treating and conveying municipal wastewater and potable water, including hydraulics, pump selection and sizing, and process equipment.
• Ability to perform field work supporting planning and design projects.
• Ability to work well in a collaborative, team environment.

Ideally, the candidate will have:

• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to work independently and with colleagues, clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Our Commitment to Sustainability

Responsible business conduct and sustainable practices have been part of Ramboll's DNA since the company's inception. Today, these principles are an integral part of our mission and services and are formalized through our systematic work with the UN sustainable development goals. We are dedicated to taking a leading role in sharing best practices and creating value for clients by delivering solutions that are environmentally, economically, and socially sustainable. We have also committed to ambitious targets to maximize our own sustainability performance and set the industry benchmark.

How to apply

Apply online. Attach your CV, cover letter, and relevant documents showcasing why you are the right fit for the role, and indicate when you are available to start. We look forward to receiving your application.