Mid-Level Water and Wastewater Engineer

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. We offer multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers.

About the role

ERG is seeking talented, motivated individuals to join our expanding water and wastewater engineering team. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate with the US EPA, state agencies, and other organizations to address today’s most pressing challenges in water quality, resources, and infrastructure.

• Providing technical assistance to small, underserved water and wastewater utilities across the country to access funding and design, build, and maintain sustainable, resilient water infrastructure systems and provide clean water to their communities
• Assessing and promoting innovative water and wastewater treatment technologies and developing resources to reduce barriers to adoption
• Evaluating the design, costs, and environmental impacts of potential water and wastewater infrastructure projects
• Preparing preliminary engineering reports
• Conducting sampling and survey programs, performing advanced data analysis of environmental sampling results, and developing concise data analysis reports
• Developing methods to control discharges of PFAS and other emerging contaminants that impact human health and the environment

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in chemical, environmental, or civil engineering
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 (college transcripts required)
• 3 to 8 years of experience
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Proficiency in using spreadsheets and other software programs to compile, analyze, and present data
• Strong time management skills and the ability to work on multiple projects in a dynamic work environment
• Excellent attention to detail and critical thinking, and the ability to develop quality client-ready deliverables
• Team player and motivator with the ability to foster cooperation
• Ability and interest in traveling

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of water and wastewater treatment and municipal system design
• Familiarity with environmental regulations and permitting requirements
• Technical writing experience
• Experience with statistical software packages (e.g., R) and coursework in statistics

Benefits

• Health and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Educational benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Generous 401k plan
• Profit sharing
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 11-20 paid vacation days per year
• 10 paid holidays per year
• 56 hours or more of sick leave per year (based on the state you work in, pro-rated for part-time)