Water / Wastewater Engineer in Training

URC Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 66,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

URC Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects seeks an Engineer in Training in Springfield, Missouri, focusing on water-related projects including drainage and wastewater systems. This role offers hands-on experience under guidance from senior engineers, requiring a BS degree in a relevant field and EIT certification.

Competitive annual salary ranges from $66,000 to $93,000. Join our dynamic team dedicated to positive work-life balance and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 0-4 years of relevant experience, preferably in construction plan production and design calculations.
• Knowledge in Autodesk or Bentley design platforms is a plus.
• Experience with commercial engineering modeling software is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• 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 mentorship of senior engineers.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Teamwork ability

Problem-solving skills

Technical writing skills

Education

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

EIT Certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

WaterCAD

SewerCAD

StormCAD

GIS

Job description

Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects is currently seeking an Engineer in Training professional to support the new team. 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.
• EIT Certification (i.e., passed Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam).
• 0-4 years 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.
• 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

66,000 - $93,000

EEO and Legal

We are proud to be an EEO employer and maintain a drug-free workplace, conducting pre-employment background checks.