Water/Wastewater Project Engineer — Design & Planning Leader

Jackson Energy Authority; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Energy Authority is seeking a Project Engineer for water and wastewater projects in Jackson, TN. The role covers design, planning, and development of transmission, distribution, and related facilities.

Level 1 or Level 2 depending on experience; entry-level candidates welcome with FE exam within one year. Responsibilities include generating bid documents, cost estimates, reviewing plans, and coordinating with other departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Entry level candidates accepted; Level 1 or Level 2 depending on experience.
• NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering exam within 1 year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Designs system modifications, replacements and expansions for water and wastewater infrastructure.
• Trains co-op students on construction and design practices.
• Generates bid documents, contracts and specifications for projects and assists with bids/procurement.
• Produces takeoff quantities and cost estimates for internal projects.
• Reviews development plans for compliance with master plans and applicable regulations.
• Generates computer model scenarios for hydraulic and capacity analysis.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Train/co-op mentoring

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

ESRI GIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jackson Energy Authority is seeking a Project Engineer for water and wastewater projects in Jackson, TN. The role covers design, planning, and development of transmission, distribution, and related facilities.

Level 1 or Level 2 depending on experience; entry-level candidates welcome with FE exam within one year. Responsibilities include generating bid documents, cost estimates, reviewing plans, and coordinating with other departments.