Water/Wastewater Project Engineer

KCI Technologies, Inc.; Fulton (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

KCI Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Water/Wastewater Project Engineer in Sparks and Fulton, MD. The role focuses on facility projects including pumping stations and treatment plants, requiring a PE license and 5+ years of relevant design experience.

Responsibilities include design, calculations, documentation, and coordination with clients and multidisciplinary teams. Strong BIM/CAD skills and proficiency in Revit/AutoCAD are essential to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or related field.
• 5+ years of project experience in the design/engineering of water & wastewater facilities.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) required.
• Experience with BIM and CAD design platforms (Revit, AutoCAD).
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Project Manager for successful project execution.
• Design water and wastewater facilities including pumping stations, storage facilities and treatment plants.
• Prepare and review design calculations, drawings, specs, cost estimates and technical reports.
• Maintain records of design calculations, reports and correspondence; perform site assessments and feasibility studies.
• Provide technical direction to junior engineers and BIM/CAD technicians.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and obtain necessary permits."
• Handle construction administration tasks (submittal review, RFI responses, shop drawings).
• Coordinate with clients, utility owners, project teams and subconsultants.
• Adhere to all KCI policies and complete tasks on time and within budget.

Skills

BIM/CAD design

Project management

Multi-project coordination

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or related field

Master's Degree

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Water/Wastewater Project Engineer

Job Locations: US-MD-Sparks | US-MD-Fulton

Salary: USD $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year.

Overview

KCI's Sparks Water/Wastewater practice is seeking a Project Engineer with a focus on facility projects including pumping stations and treatment plants.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with the Project Manager for successful project execution.
• Design water and wastewater facilities including pumping stations, storage facilities and treatment plants.
• Prepare and review design calculations, engineering drawings, specifications, cost estimate, and technical evaluations and reports for various water and wastewater facility projects.
• Maintain accurate records of design calculations, reports, and correspondence; Perform site assessments and feasibility studies.
• Provide technical direction or supervision to junior engineers-in-training and BIM/CAD technicians, or other technical personnel.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including preparing permit applications and obtaining necessary approvals.
• Construction administration and engineering services (submittal review, contract document interpretation, requests for information, shop drawing reviews, correspondence, and change orders), as required.
• Communicate and coordinate with clients, utility owners, project teams including other engineering disciplines, designers and subconsultants.
• Comply with all KCI policies and procedures.
• Complete all tasks on time and within budget while fully meeting project scope.

Work Experience:

• Proficiency with BIM and CAD design platforms, specifically Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD.
• Experience in process system design including pump head loss calculations and pump selection, treatment plant head losses, chemical system design, process equipment system design and similar systems.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight project deadlines.
• Ability to work as part of a collaborative, multi-discipline design team with the initiative to work independently and take on additional projects as needed.
• Ability to conduct field work at existing facilities to gather information for reports and designs.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in organization and presentation of documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook, Teams, Excel, and Powerpoint is required. Experience with Microsoft Project is preferred.

* Essential Duties and Responsibilities are the basic job functions that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications

Education and/or Work Experience Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or related field.
• Five (5) or more years of project experience in the study, design and engineering of water and wastewater facilities and related projects.
• Proven experience in planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring engineering projects.
• Proven experience in project management roles, with a track record of successful project delivery.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, team members, and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices related to construction management, quality assurance, and safety protocols.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Education and/or Work Experience Preferred:

• Master's Degree

Certificates, licenses, and/or Registrations Required:

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.)

Pre-employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment. Motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.