Water & Wastewater Project Engineer

careers-kleinfelder; New Providence (NJ); Hybrid; USD 91,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

dental

vision

life insurance

401(k) plan

paid holidays

Job summary

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, seeks a Water/Wastewater Project Engineer to deliver the full lifecycle of client needs across planning, design, construction, and funding stages. The role supports hybrid work in Princeton/Hamilton, NJ or Philadelphia, PA with a strong emphasis on water treatment facilities and process hydraulics.

The candidate should have a strong work ethic, FE/Engineer-in-Training status, and 6–10 years of civil engineering design experience

Qualifications

• B.S. in chemical, civil, environmental or mechanical engineering.
• Engineer-In-Training/FE.
• 6-10 years of civil engineering design experience required with a focus on water wastewater treatment facilities design or related experience.
• Previous experience in writing basis of design reports, preparing process mechanical drawings for water and wastewater facilities, preparing engineering estimates of construction costs and technical specifications.
• Strong AutoCAD and BIM (Revit) skills.
• Ability and motivation to obtain Professional Engineering license within one (1) year of required.
• Candidates must possess excellent organizational, communication, computer and technical writing skills.
• SewerGEMS /WaterGEMS/ Process treatment modeling (Biowin)preferred.
• Membership in AWWA, ASCE and or Water Environment Federation or desire to participate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide and apply technical knowledge in Planning (treatment studies, process/hydrologic/hydraulic modeling, permitting and site planning).
• Provide and apply technical knowledge in Design (process design, process / mechanical design, process and equipment selection, sizing, layout of equipment, chemical feed systems).
• Provide and apply technical knowledge in Construction (bidding assistance to the client, construction administration around submittal reviews, responses to technical RFI’s and engineering site inspections).
• Provide and apply technical knowledge in Funding & Permits (assist in preparing applications, respond to review comments, perform closeout assignments).
• Perform condition assessments, basis of design studies.

Skills

AutoCAD

BIM (Revit)

WaterGEMS/SewerGEMS

Education

B.S. in chemical, civil, environmental or mechanical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Job Description

Take Your Design Career to the Next Level

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive!

Are you ready to be challenged, make a difference, and experience professional growth in your career? Our collaborative, multidisciplinary group spanning architectural, structural, civil, electrical, mechanical, process engineering, pipeline design, and integrity management works together to deliver integrated, high-impact solutions.

Step into Your New Role

As a Water/Wastewater Project Engineer, you will work closely with principal technical professionals and project managers to engaged in and deliver the total lifecycle of our clients’ needs. That may include asset management and planning, assistance with project funding applications, preliminary and final designs, procurement and bid phase assistance and construction phase services. Candidates must have a strong work ethic and a passion for water/ wastewater treatment and facilities. Experience with municipal water and wastewater unit process treatment, pipeline and treatment plant hydraulics, process mechanical layouts is essential.

Most of our team enjoys a hybrid schedule, which allows us to offer this role in : Princeton or Hamilton, NJ; or our Philadelphia (Exton), PA offices.

The selected candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Provide and apply their technical knowledge in Planning (treatment studies, process/hydrologic/hydraulic modeling, permitting and site planning).
• Provide and apply their technical knowledge in Design (process design, process / mechanical design, process and equipment selection, sizing, layout of equipment, chemical feed systems).
• Provide and apply their technical knowledge in Construction (bidding assistance to the client, construction administration around submittal reviews, responses to technical RFI’s and engineering site inspections).
• Provide and apply their technical knowledge in Funding & Permits (assist in preparing applications, respond to review comments, perform closeout assignments).
• Perform condition assessments, basis of design studies.

Qualifications:

• B.S. in chemical, civil, environmental or mechanical engineering.
• Engineer-In-Training/FE.
• 6-10 years of civil engineering design experience required with a focus on water wastewater treatment facilities design or related experience.
• Previous experience in writing basis of design reports, preparing process mechanical drawings for water and wastewater facilities, preparing engineering estimates of construction costs and technical specifications.
• Strong AutoCAD and BIM (Revit) skills.
• Ability and motivation to obtain Professional Engineering license within one (1) year of required.
• Candidates must possess excellent organizational, communication, computer and technical writing skills.
• SewerGEMS /WaterGEMS/ Process treatment modeling (Biowin)preferred.
• Membership in AWWA, ASCE and or Water Environment Federation or desire to participate preferred.

Following an offer, candidates will be required to satisfactorily complete employment reference checks, verification of professional licensure and/or educational credentials, a motor vehicle report (MVR), and a comprehensive background check.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder:Kleinfelder and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 110 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia.Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose – together, we deliver.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an inclusive organization free from discrimination. We are a stronger organization when we are a diverse workforce and believe that through diversity, equity, and inclusion comes creativity, innovation, and unity. We are proud to offer the following:

Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including:

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• paid holidays

The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with New Jersey’s Pay Equity Transparency Law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary range: $91,000 - $129,000.00

Career Development:We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity:Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)