Design Engineer - Water/Wastewater

About the role

Bolton & Menk has an exciting opportunity for a Design Engineer, EIT, to join our Water/Wastewater team in our Ames office. As a Top Workplace, this is a fantastic chance to work with a talented team of professionals and make a lasting impact on the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Engineers with design and construction phase activities on municipal projects
• Perform basic design computations, preliminary layout and design, research and prepare rough drafts of preliminary reports and feasibility studies
• Aid in project plans and specifications, preparing cost and quantity take-off estimates
• Conduct construction observation activities, including performing construction staking, documenting activities, measuring and testing, providing general oversight, and interacting with contractors, sub-contractors, residents and City staff

Requirements

• Master of Science or Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering from an ABET accredited post-secondary institution with an emphasis on water and/or wastewater treatment
• Certified Engineer-in-Training or able to obtain within 12 months of hire
• Experience with water or wastewater treatment
• Working knowledge and skills in CAD and design software (AutoCAD Civil3D, REVIT)
• Possess a valid drivers license as travel to various facilities and job sites may be required

Qualifications

• Open to December 2025 or May 2026 graduates or an experienced EIT with 1-3 years of experience

Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits

Bolton & Menk offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive compensation plan
• Flexible schedules
• Career development opportunities
• Peace of mind with our benefits package

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Hours are typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM.

Benefits

Learn more about our benefits package here: https://www.bolton-menk.com/careers

Why Bolton & Menk?

Bolton & Menk, Inc. specializes in providing community infrastructure solutions. Since 1949, we have been committed to improving quality of life through engineering excellence and client satisfaction. From advocating for our communities to designing their dreams to finding funding; we take pride in our work because we live in these same communities.

Why Work Here?

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Bolton & Menk does not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies in response to Bolton & Menk job postings. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers. Pre-approval from the Bolton & Menk Talent Acquisition team is required before any external candidate can be submitted and such candidate must be submitted to the Bolton & Menk Talent Acquisition team.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Bolton & Menk, Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer including disability and vets.