Water/Wastewater Engineer in Training

About the Role

This civil engineer entry-level position is ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals eager to apply their engineering education to real-world challenges. You’ll work closely with experienced engineers and project managers, gaining hands-on experience across all phases of water and wastewater projects—from initial planning and design to construction observation and administration. This role offers a strong foundation for professional growth, with opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects that serve communities and protect natural resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist project managers and engineers in the design and construction of drinking water and wastewater infrastructure, including water supply, treatment facilities, water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, and pump stations
• Assist project managers with the development and preparation of plans, specifications, and construction cost estimates
• Perform construction observation and administration on water related projects
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports, memorandums, and presentations
• Occasionally assist professional surveyors with field work on crews performing data gathering for designs and/or construction staking

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Civil Engineering or related field.
• Fundamentals in Engineering certified or ability to obtain.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to travel as required.
• AutoCAD or Civil 3D experience (preferred)

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Environmental Engineering or related field (preferred)
• Engineering intern experience on water, wastewater, or rural water projects (preferred)
• Ability to walk up to 3-miles on uneven terrain
• Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
• Occasionally climb, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist
• Occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull light to moderate amounts of weight
• May require lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds, with rare lifting of up to 50 pounds
• Ability to inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• May be required to wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) including but not limited to, flame resistant clothing, hard hat, and protective footwear
• May require occasional evenings and weekends with overtime expectations varying with workload
• May be required to travel to off-site locations including occasional overnight stays out of town

Compensation

• $63,000 - $77,000
• Discretionary bonus opportunities
• Employee ownership through the ESOP
• Matching 401(k) contributions

Benefits

• 100-percent company-paid family health Insurance
• 100-percent company-paid employee dental and vision insurance
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO), including credits for prior experience
• Paid parental leave