Professional Wastewater Engineer #2920.29
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Position Description
We are seeking a Water Infrastructure Engineer to join our team in New York, NY. This role will lead technical design and delivery for pump station and wastewater capital projects, including new facilities and rehabilitations. Candidates must hold an active Professional Engineer (PE) license and have 10–15+ years of relevant experience with pump station and wastewater system design. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership in multidisciplinary teams, deep knowledge of pumping system components and controls, and experience developing plans, specifications, and estimates for municipal clients.
Typical Responsibilities
- Provide technical planning, design and construction support on various wet weather projects that may include pump station, combined sewer overflow, collection system, water, stormwater, hydrologic and hydraulic models, and/or other water/wastewater projects
- Serve as Design Lead/Deputy PM on pump station capital projects
- Support mentoring, standards, and QA/QC across pumping systems work
- Prepare engineering calculations and supporting analysis of alternatives
- Develop and complete applications, permits, engineering reports and specifications
- Prepare and review engineer estimates
- Prepare design cost estimates
- Conduct research and development for projects
- Maintain excellent client relations
- Maintain a safe working environment
Education
Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Mechanical Engineering
Skills/Experience
- Active Professional Engineer (PE) license
- 10–15+ years of relevant experience with pump station and wastewater design (new and rehabilitation)
- Demonstrated ability to lead technical delivery and coordinate multidisciplinary design teams
- Strong knowledge of pump station components and systems (wet wells, pumps/valves/piping, odor control/ventilation as relevant, standby power, SCADA/I&C interfaces)
- Experience developing plan, specification, & estimate packages and navigating reviews with municipal clients
- Experience with rehabilitation/retrofit work: constrained sites, phased construction, maintaining operations, bypass pumping concepts
- Familiarity with surge/transient analysis tools or coordination of transient evaluations
- Construction administration and commissioning/startup experience for pump stations
- Prior work with large municipal agencies and capital programs (NYC-region experience a plus)
- Integration across civil / mechanical / electrical / I&C
What We Offer
Our excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program. Employee Resource Groups and Programs offered include the Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Rotation Program, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program.
About Wade Trim
We are committed to maximizing the value of infrastructure investments. We’ve been solving complex engineering challenges for a century. We customize our work approach to fit each project using a collaborative, friendly style to deliver solutions our clients can stand behind. Our supportive culture recognizes and strives to fulfill collective client, company, and individual needs. Mentoring and building skills of Wade Trim staff is a priority. Frequent interaction among staff is encouraged, company leadership is easily accessible, and opportunities are provided for staff to help shape the firm’s future through strategic planning. Work/life balance is supported through a flexible, hybrid work schedule that brings team members together in the office at least three days a week and connects them virtually when working from home. Wade Trim does not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate profiles, or CVs from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. Any submission made without a valid, signed agreement and an approved engagement request from Wade Trim’s People Services Team will be considered the property of Wade Trim. Wade Trim reserves the right to pursue and hire any candidate submitted through unsolicited means without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. A valid agreement can only be signed by the Director of People Services. Resumes or candidate profiles submitted at the request of a Wade Trim employee who is not authorized by the People Services team do not constitute a valid engagement. Recruiters and agencies must have a current, written agreement authorized by the Director of People Services to be considered an approved vendor. Wade Trim is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.