Water Resources Engineer in Training

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

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier benefits

Work-life balance

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects in Phoenix is seeking an Engineer in Training to support the Water Resources design team on water-related projects, including drainage, potable water, and wastewater infrastructure. The role emphasizes learning, hands-on design calculations, and collaboration with senior engineers.

Travel to project sites may be required; strong written and verbal communication, problem solving, and technical writing are essential.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil, Environmental, or Water Resource Engineering from an ABET/EAC-accredited program.
• EIT certification required (FE exam passed).
• 1+ year of relevant engineering experience preferred (construction plan production, design calculations, or technical writing).
• Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D or Bentley design platforms is a plus.
• Knowledge of Water/Wastewater/Stormwater infrastructure design and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Support field investigations or assessments.
• Perform design calculations and contribute to project designs.
• Assist in designing water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure.
• Collect, analyze, and report data for projects.
• Assist in writing and producing project reports.
• Work under mentorship of senior engineers.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Self-motivated

Professional writing

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

BS in Environmental Engineering

BS in Water Resource Engineering

EIT Certification

Master's degree

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation InRoads

WaterCAD

SewerCAD

StormCAD

HEC programs

GIS

Job description

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, which can include drainage/flood control including dams and levees, potable/supply water infrastructure, and sanitary/wastewater infrastructure engineering services. We are seeking a self-motivated individual who is eager to learn and grow as a professional working in a fast-paced team environment. Wilson & Company offers top tier benefits, strives to enable a suitable work-life balance for all employees, and proudly maintains collaborative and positive work environments.Essential Job Functions:Must be 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 use of fundamental engineering principles.Technical writing skills.Responsibilities and Duties:Support field investigations or assessments.Perform design engineering calculations.Assist in the design of various types of water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure.Provide data collection, analysis, and reporting.Participate with the writing and the production of 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 writingKnowledge 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.Geographical Information Systems (GIS) working experience is a plus.Please note that Wilson & Company is not currently sponsoring applicants for work visas.Annual Salary Range: ($70,000 - $100,000 + depending on experience)About Us:For nearly a century, Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects, has provided award-winning engineering, architecture, planning, environmental, surveying, geospatial, and construction management services. With employees across multiple offices in the Midwest, Southwest, Rocky Mountain, and Western regions in the United States, we bring people together to practice their craft, create value, and accomplish great things.Guided by our purpose, we help clients move from concept to completion, transforming unused spaces into productive places, underutilized facilities into efficient ones, and rural or urban challenges into achievable solutions.At Wilson & Company, we focus on your specific needs, delivering excellence with lasting Higher Relationships in mind. By employing our core values—discipline, intensity, collaboration, shared ownership, and solutions—we create genuine experiences and lasting connections for our clients, employees, and communities.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.Join us and be part of a culture committed to helping you achieve personal and professional success.