Water / Wastewater Engineer in Training

Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers and Architects; Town of Springfield (WI); On-site; USD 66,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects is seeking an Engineer in Training to support water-focused projects, including drainage, potable water, and wastewater infrastructure. You will work under senior engineers and gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced team environment.

The role requires a BS in civil/environmental/water resources and an FE exam (EIT). Travel may be required, and strong written/oral communication, data collection, and technical writing are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Required BS degree in Civil/Environmental/Water Resources from ABET-accredited program.
• EIT certification (FE exam) is required.
• 0–4 years of relevant experience in design calculations, plan production, or technical writing.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD Civil3D or Bentley suite is a plus; GIS experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support field investigations or assessments.
• Perform design engineering calculations.
• Assist in design of water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure.
• Provide data collection, analysis and reporting.
• Contribute to project reports under senior engineer supervision.

Skills

Travel willingness

Communication skills

Team player

Independence

Problem-solving

Technical writing

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Civil/Environmental/Water Resources

EIT Certification (FE)

Tools

AutoCAD / Civil3D

MicroStation / InRoads

WaterCAD / SewerCAD / StormCAD

USACE HEC programs

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

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.