Water/Wastewater Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Juneau (AK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Water/Wastewater Engineer to join their dynamic team in Juneau. This role involves collaborating with multi-disciplinary engineers to develop innovative designs for water and wastewater utilities, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering, particularly in design, and will thrive in a collaborative environment. With a commitment to employee success and well-being, this company offers a supportive workplace where your contributions will significantly impact sustainable solutions in the community. If you are passionate about engineering and eager to drive projects forward, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) & ESOP with company match

Professional Development and Training

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

Qualifications

• 5+ years of civil engineering experience focusing on design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D for project deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Prepare water and wastewater utility designs and engineering reports.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams on project designs.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Environmental Engineering

Project Management

Communication Skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Alaska Professional Civil Engineer License

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

GIS

Job description

Job Description

Company Description

RESPEC seeks an experienced Water/Wastewater Engineer located in our Juneau or Fairbanks, AK, locations.

Founded in 1969, RESPEC is a global, 100 percent employee-owned consulting and services company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to complex challenges for private and public clients. Operating in 15 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces, with influence extending to 50 countries worldwide, RESPEC is a leader in water, mining, energy, natural resources, and infrastructure services. Our six market sectors—Mining & Energy, Water, Facilities, Transportation, Development Services, and Data & Technology—reflect our expertise and commitment to excellence. At RESPEC, we thrive on collaboration and partnership, applying advanced technology to achieve sustainable solutions and drive our projects forward. We are deeply invested in our employees’ success and well-being, fostering a supportive and innovative work environment where everyone can grow and contribute meaningfully. Our commitment to excellence is evident in our contributions to local communities and strategic alliances worldwide, ensuring that we continue to inspire and innovate in rapidly evolving technical environments.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.

The Engineer will work with a team of multi-discipline engineers/EITs in preparing professional work products, including water and wastewater utility design, site grading, stormwater management, sediment and erosion control, and Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation permitting. Additional responsibilities include:

• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to resolve our clients’ technical challenges
• Develop project designs, plan drawings, engineering reports, technical specifications, and other contract deliverables
• Track project progress within established project scopes, budgets, and schedules and alert project managers of any issues that may affect them
• Support other market sectors on design projects as workload dictates
• Prepare clear and concise written communications and participate in client and team meetings
• Present design projects, as required, as part of outreach to clients and the public
• Conduct research and write technical portions of proposals to assist in bringing in new work

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• A bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering
• An Alaska Professional Civil Engineer license
• 5+ years of civil engineering experience with an emphasis on design
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel)
• The ability to contribute to multiple projects concurrently
• An eye for detail and organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Additional qualifications include:

• AutoCAD and Civil 3D experience (support will be provided by drafting technicians and EITs)
• GIS and 5+ years of cold region experience

Additional Information

Compensation: Salary depends on experience and expertise. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe-benefits package. RESPEC is a 100 percent employee-owned company and employees are eligible for participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after a qualifying period.

Featured benefits include:

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) & ESOP (with company match up to 4%)
• Professional Development and Training
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

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