Field Engineer

YOU’LL GET TO:

• Design potable water, domestic and industrial wastewater, stormwater, rainwater harvesting, and other water resources systems
• Perform engineering analyses and calculations
• Prepare detailed drawings
• Develop engineer’s reports and plans
• Assemble permit applications and other regulatory reports
• Develop construction specifications and contracts
• Perform site inspections and sampling
• Perform construction inspections
• Assist with treatment system operations and maintenance
• Assist with the preparation of proposals
• Communicate with clients

ESSENTIAL ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects
• Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management
• Maintain quality standards on all projects
• Perform site investigations, data collection, site surveys, and field evaluations of existing facilities, infrastructure, and property
• Complete evaluations, alternative analyses, feasibility studies, and engineer’s construction estimates
• Evaluate groundwater and surface water quality
• Design potable water distribution and treatment systems, wastewater collection/conveyance and treatment systems, water reuse/recycling systems, and stormwater facilities
• Complete calculations and utilize applicable software applications for design purposes
• Aid in the development of detailed design drawings, schematics, layouts, and detailed technical specifications
• Assist with completing permit applications and design reports for various review agencies
• Compile data and operational information for inclusion into regulatory reporting for potable water and wastewater systems
• Provide field support to operations and maintenance staff periodically on water and wastewater treatment system projects
• Aid in the preparation of proposal documents and cost estimates
• Work closely with senior-level project managers to gain additional project management experience for more complex and larger projects

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or related Engineering degree
• Minimum 0-2 years’ experience
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• 0-2 years’ experience in potable water, wastewater, water resources design and permitting with an engineering consulting firm or related internship
• Pennsylvania Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate or ability to become certified in Pennsylvania
• Proficiency in technical writing and Microsoft Office Suite
• Detail oriented with commitment to providing high quality engineering services as it related to all workspace responsibilities
• Team oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management, with the ability to multitask
• Willing to learn or experience with AutoCAD software
• Familiarity with Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP) permitting and design requirements for potable water and wastewater systems
• Experience in field reconnaissance, survey equipment operation, data collection, and analysis
• Experience with water and wastewater treatment system operations and maintenance
• Construction inspection and oversight understanding
• Experience or openness to learn design related software as required by project need (i.e SWMM, HEC-HMS, WaterCAD, SewerCAD, etc.)
• Willing and able to travel to project sites and meetings as needed, including long days and overnight
• Personalized career path planning
• Paid internal and external education and training
• Career advancement opportunities locally and nationally