Water Resources Engineer E-II

Butler Fairman and Seufert Inc; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Butler, Fairman and Seufert is seeking a full-time Engineer for its Merrillville, IN office with a focus on water resources and environmental engineering. Responsibilities include design, reviews, calculations, and coordinating construction documents for water, wastewater, and stormwater projects.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, 4–10 years of experience, and Indiana PE registration.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 4–10 years of relevant work experience with Indiana PE registration.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel.
• A solid grasp of algebra, slopes, volumes, elevations, percentages, and flow rates.
• Strong verbal and written communication to present and respond to groups of managers, clients, and the public.
• Experience with modeling/design software such as WaterCad, SA, ICPR, and AutoCAD Civil 3D is encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Complete technical design, design reviews, shop drawings, calculations, and communications on projects including water/wastewater facilities and stormwater systems.
• Collaborate with team members and work independently to develop solutions.
• Mentor and train subordinates assisting with project tasks.
• Coordinate with technical staff to develop construction documents under the Project Manager.
• Demonstrate customer-focused interaction with clients and agencies.
• Participate as a technical resource to municipalities for planning and reviews.

Skills

MS Office (Word, Excel)

Verbal & written communication

Civil engineering fundamentals

Algebraic concepts & hydraulics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

WaterCad

Autodesk Storm and Sanitary Analysis

ICPR

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

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POSITION SUMMARY

Butler, Fairman and Seufert (BF&S) 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. Project types include treatment facilities, utility distribution, and stormwater and sanitary collection systems. The successful candidate will display a technical aptitude to use or acquire the skills and motivation to complete engineering assignments, assist less experienced engineers, manage various aspects of projects, or provide additional support the Project Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete technical design, technical design reviews, shop-drawing reviewing, engineering calculations, and communications 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.
• Collaborate with team members as well as work independently to constructively approach challenges and develop solutions.
• Mentor and train subordinates that are assigned to assist with project tasks.
• Ability to be versatile in duties and able to 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 Project Manager.
• Demonstrate ability to be personable and customer focused with clients and agencies.
• Participate in planning commission or similar commission(s)/board(s) as a technical resource to municipalities.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Minimum Bachelor's degreein Civil Engineering.
• 4– 10years relevant work experience and possess Professional Engineering registration in Indiana.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs such as Word and Excel
• A strong understanding of Algebraic concepts, % Slopes, volumes, quantities, elevations, percentages, and flow rates is required.
• Strong verbal and writing skillsto encourage developmentintoa Professional Engineerthatwill effectivelypresent informationandrespondto questionsfromgroupsof managers, clients, customers,and the public
• 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.
• Experience in construction administration and inspection is encouraged but not required.

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.