Water Resources Engineer in Training

URC Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Retirement savings plans

Job summary

URC Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects in Phoenix is seeking an Engineer in Training to support water-related projects such as drainage, potable water, and wastewater infrastructure.

The ideal candidate will have a BS degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, EIT certification, and some relevant experience. The role includes design calculations, field assessments, and technical writing.

A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 1+ year(s) of relevant experience in construction or design.
• Knowledge in Autodesk and Bentley design platforms is a plus.
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS) working experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support field investigations or assessments.
• Perform design engineering calculations.
• Assist in designing water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure.

Skills

Effective written and oral communication skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to work in a team environment

Technical writing skills

Education

BS Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Water Resource Engineering

EIT Certification

Tools

Autodesk (AutoCAD, Civil3D)

Bentley (Microstation, InRoads)

WaterCAD, SewerCAD, StormCAD

GIS

Job description

Position Overview

Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects is currently seeking an Engineer in Training professional to support the Water Resources design team in our Phoenix office. The position will focus primarily on water-related projects, including drainage/flood control, potable water infrastructure, and sanitary/wastewater infrastructure engineering services. The ideal candidate is self‑motivated, eager to learn and grow in a fast‑paced team environment.

Essential Job Functions

• Willing and able to travel, as occasional travel to project sites may be necessary.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Proven ability to work in and support a team environment.
• High level of independence, confidence, and strong work ethic.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and application of fundamental engineering principles.
• Technical writing skills.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Support field investigations or assessments.
• Perform design engineering calculations.
• Assist in the design of water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure.
• Provide data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Participate in writing and producing project reports.
• Work under the direct guidance and mentorship of senior engineers.

Required Experience

• BS Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Water Resource Engineering from an EAC/ABET‑accredited college or university. Masters degrees will receive due consideration.
• EIT Certification (i.e., passed Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam).
• 1+ year(s) of relevant experience, preferably in construction plan production, design calculations, and/or technical writing.
• Knowledge in the use of Autodesk (e.g., AutoCAD, Civil3D) or Bentley (e.g., Microstation, InRoads) design platforms is a plus.
• Experience with commercial engineering modeling software such as WaterCAD, SewerCAD, StormCAD, and USACE HEC programs is a plus.
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS) working experience is a plus.
• Please note that this position does not currently sponsor work visas.

Annual Salary Range

($70,000 - $100,000 + depending on experience)

Benefits

We support our employees’ success and well‑being with a comprehensive benefits package, including options for health insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, and retirement savings plans. We are proud to be an EEO employer and maintain a drug‑free workplace, conducting pre‑employment background checks.