Water/Wastewater Field Engineer (Entry Level)

Terracon; Little Rock, Northern (AR, KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Little Rock, AR is seeking an Engineer-in-Training/entry-level engineer to assist with design of water and wastewater systems, perform field observations, and prepare plans and reports under supervision.

The role emphasizes CAD work using AutoCAD Civil 3D, data analysis, and collaboration with project teams to deliver compliant, safe solutions for public works and industrial projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required.
• Valid driver’s license may be required.
• Experience with CAD software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules and participate in pre-task planning.
• Review drawings and construction to assure compliance with plans and specs.
• Assist in data collection, field observations, and report preparation.
• Develop and deliver mechanical/engineering analyses and calculations as needed.
• Draft routine proposals and support more complex proposals.
• Work under supervision of a Professional Engineer.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

General Responsibilities:

Provide engineering and consulting services for a broad array of projects and clients. This role will primarily focus on design of water and wastewater systems. Stormwater modeling experience with AutoCAD Storm and Sanitary Analysis (SSA), HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, and other similar software is preferred. This may include performing and/or leading field investigations, engineering analysis, calculations, and recommendations, design and development of plans and specifications, observation and inspection, and the writing, preparation, and review of related reports for the services provided. Review drawings and construction to assure compliance with plans and specifications. Prepare proposals and cost estimates, track and evaluate project progress, budgets, and recommend changes. Research and resolve design and construction problems. Assign, review, and evaluate laboratory or field data for inclusion in reports. Apply sound engineering principles and be able to communicate complex engineering issues and concepts to technical and non-technical clients and project teams. Services may be provided for existing or proposed projects in a variety of sectors, including for example public works, transportation, commercial, communications, energy, and industrial.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management


• Understand and practice quality acumen.


• Support consistent quality standards on proposal and project delivery.


• Developing engineering professional; assignments are designed to develop knowledge and abilities.


• Assist in research, data collection, field observation, inspection, and field and laboratory testing. Prepare associated reports or sections of larger reports.


• Evaluate mostly routine laboratory and field data for inclusion in reports.


• Consult with other technical people and supervisor on routine and less complex projects.


• May perform basic calculations and engineering analysis


• Drafts routine proposals and assists in the preparation of more complex proposals.


• Performs plan drafting using CAD software. (Primary AutoCAD Civil 3D)


• May work with engineering technician crews in testing, observations and data gathering activities on project sites and prepare daily reports documenting activities and findings.


• Works under the supervision of a Professional Engineer.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.


• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Engineering Intern (Engineer in Training) (Or ability to obtain)