Environmental Engineer 2 - Water Services

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About the role

CDM Smith is seeking an entry-level Environmental, Water Resources, or Civil Engineer to join our Water Services Group. This position provides early-career candidates the opportunity to apply engineering skills to innovative and sustainable water projects while building technical expertise. You will support the planning, design, and implementation of water and wastewater treatment facilities, sewer systems, pipelines, and associated infrastructure. Working alongside experienced engineers, you will develop solutions that meet client needs and comply with regulatory standards while gaining valuable office and field experience.

Responsibilities

• Support site assessments, field investigations, and project studies.
• Assist with design development and adjust design parameters based on project requirements and field findings.
• Perform water quality analyses, hydraulic and hydrologic modeling, and other engineering analyses.
• Prepare technical reports, project documentation, presentations, and other deliverables for client meetings and industry conferences.
• Use tools such as ArcGIS, HEC-RAS, SWMM, CADD, Excel, and other engineering software to support project design and analysis.
• Coordinate office and in-field activities to support regional lead service line rehabilitation projects.
• Participate in fieldwork and construction management activities, gaining exposure to the full project lifecycle.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 1 year of related experience.
• Intermediate knowledge of computer-assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices.
• Knowledge of engineering principles of design.
• Expert knowledge of Microsoft business software (Excel, Word, etc.).
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required (10% or less).
• An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.

Pay

Pay range: USD $60,798.00 – $100,298.00.