Water Resources Engineer E-I

Butler Fairman & Seufert Inc; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Butler Fairman & Seufert Inc in Merrillville, IN is seeking a full-time Engineer with a background or interest in Water Resources/Environmental Engineering, focusing on water, wastewater, and stormwater disciplines.

The candidate will design projects, collaborate with teammates, manage multiple tasks, and develop construction documents under the supervision of a Professional Engineer. A Bachelor's in Civil Engineering is required, plus FE exam passage and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 0-4 years relevant work experience and FE exam completed or in progress.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel (MS Office).
• Experience with WaterCad, Storm & Sanitary Analysis, ICPR, and Civil 3D is encouraged but not required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete technical designs, engineering calculations, and communication duties on diverse projects.
• Collaborate with team members and work independently as needed.
• Prepare construction documents and specifications under supervision of a Professional Engineer.
• Develop technical documents, exhibits, and maps; maintain client relationships.
• Assist in research, development and presentation of water quality educational materials.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

FE Exam passed

MS Office proficiency

Tools

WaterCad

Autodesk Storm and Sanitary Analysis

ICPR

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

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POSITION SUMMARY

Butler, Fairman and Seufert is currently seeking a full-time Engineer with background or interest in pursuing a career in Water Resources/Environmental Engineering for its Merrillville office location. Areas of focus include, but are not limited to, water, wastewater, and stormwater disciplines.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete technical designs, engineering calculations, and communication duties on a wide array of engineering projects including treatment facilities, stormwater management for site projects and during construction, pump stations, and distribution/collection networks.
• Ability to collaborate with team members as well as work independently.
• Manage multiple tasks while adhering to timely completion of such tasks.
• Coordinate with technical personnel to develop construction documents and specifications under the supervision of a Professional Engineer.
• Prepare technical documents including technical writing and creation of exhibits and maps.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients while working in concert with senior professionals.
• Assist in the research, development and presentation of water quality educational materials and programs.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 0-4 years relevant work experience and have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs such as Word and Excel.
• Experience in utilizing modeling software such as WaterCad, Autodesk Storm and Sanitary Analysis, ICPR and design software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D are encouraged but not required.
• Strong verbal communication and writing skills.
• Position includes opportunities for advancement and Professional Engineering licensure.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is sometimes outdoors, and some physical exertion may be necessary.

Butler, Fairman, Seufert provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Butler, Fairman, Seufert complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer.