Water/Wastewater Project Engineer

Ardurra; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Water/Wastewater Project Engineer in Charlotte, NC. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on diverse water and wastewater projects, from treatment facilities to distribution systems. Collaborate with a talented team of engineers and contribute to innovative solutions that enhance community infrastructure. With a strong emphasis on professional development and a supportive culture, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the water industry while enjoying a balanced work environment. Embrace the challenge and be part of a team that values your contributions and fosters growth.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Rich benefits programs

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work environment

Family-like culture

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering required.
• 4+ years of experience in water/wastewater projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop designs, plans, specifications, and cost estimates for water/wastewater systems.
• Coordinate with departments and sub-consultants for multi-discipline projects.

Skills

Water/Wastewater Treatment Design

Hydraulics

Project Management

Engineering Analysis

Effective Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Professional Engineer License

Job description

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WK Dickson (an Ardurra Company) is seeking a Water/Wastewater Project Engineer to join our staff in Charlotte, NC.

Our innovative water and wastewater engineers collaborate closely with clients to plan, design, permit, and construct systems that address their needs comprehensively. This approach allows our clients to make smarter investments, resulting in lower life cycle costs and additional benefits.

As a recognized leader in the Southeast water industry, our projects encompass treatment and infrastructure initiatives for municipal and institutional clients. Our work ranges from drinking water supply to water reuse and wastewater management. We have the capability to support projects of all sizes within a flexible and innovative team environment.

Primary Function:

This position will plan, design, provide construction administration, and possibly manage aspects of multidiscipline projects consisting of water/wastewater treatment and collection/distribution systems for municipal clients throughout North Carolina and the Southeast region. The individual should be capable of performing the technical design on water/wastewater projects and collaborate with our team of engineers, EIT’s, CADD technicians, and subconsultants, to successfully execute these types of projects.

The position will expose the engineer to a full range of water and wastewater facility projects. Projects may include water/wastewater treatment facility green field projects, upgrade and expansion projects, process upgrades or rehabilitation projects, water distribution and storage systems, transmission pipelines, wastewater collection systems, pump stations, and other water utility related projects.

Primary Duties:

• Develop detailed designs, plans, specifications, reports and cost estimates for treatment plants, pipelines, pump stations, tanks and other water/wastewater storage and conveyance systems.
• More specific responsibilities include performing or managing engineering/process design, hydraulics, pumping systems, and treatment process projects.
• Ability to coordinate with the multiple departments and sub-consultants required for multi-discipline projects.
• Ability to research and utilize available resources.
• Candidate must be self-motivated and able to lead or assist a project team in completing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effectively communicate, in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Gathers data for engineering analyses through phone contacts, written correspondence, and research sources.
• Perform calculations and research in support of designs using engineering formulas and skills in formulating possible results based on different scenarios.
• Prepare engineering reports, opinions and recommendations.
• Maintain completed project files and proper document control.
• Prepare design drawings, technical specifications, material quantity take-offs and develop construction cost estimates for projects.
• Provide other duties as may be assigned by the Project Managers/Task Leads to support project team.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelors degree or better in Civil or Environmental Engineering or related field required
• At least four years of experience
• Professional Engineers License preferred, but not required
• Advanced understanding of water treatment/distribution and wastewater collection/treatment principles and state regulations is preferred.

Why Ardurra?

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.

Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.