Associate Engineer - Treatment

About the role

The Associate Engineer - Treatment is to participate in our Water/Wastewater Treatment group. Expertise is desired in planning and design of water and/or wastewater treatment and recycled water systems. This role will contribute to the development of the firm’s Treatment practice and have client involvement. This is a mid-level position.

Responsibilities

• Preparing plans, specifications, calculations, equipment evaluations, preliminary layouts and technical reports for water and/or wastewater treatment and recycled water system projects.
• Deciding on the most appropriate engineering techniques and sequences of activities for each project stage, with input from project managers.
• Completing evaluations of water quality data for treatment facilities.
• Developing technical writing and correspondence including preparation of technical memoranda, preliminary design reports, master plans and other reports related to the planning and design of treatment systems.
• Making estimates for timescales and costs ensuring plans meet the client’s specifications.
• Aiding senior-level engineers with the preparation of proposals.
• Assisting with project assignments with other EITs, engineers and technicians on the project team.
• Researching regulatory, legislative, or code issues with City, County, and State agencies.
• Attending meetings and interacting with clients.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience preferred.
• Knowledge of design of water and/or wastewater treatment plants and recycled water systems.
• Positive and clear written and verbal communication practices are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Passport required for international travel.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, health saving accounts (with West Yost contribution).
• Paid vacation, paid sick leave and holidays.
• Two employee assistance programs.
• Travel assistance program.
• 401(k) profit sharing with employer match.
• Leaves of absence with additional supplemental paid time off.
• Paid professional memberships.
• Paid training.
• Leadership Academy programs.
• Wellness reimbursement.

Pay

Compensation Range: $105,230 - $148,560. Based on our Sacramento, CA office location. (West Yost uses geographic salary differentials that would apply for candidates in other regions).

Schedule

This is a Hybrid role with a minimum of 3 days in the office and optional 2 days remote.