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Associate Engineer
RPO Recruitment’ client is seeking a dedicated and motivated Associate Engineer to join their team in Plano, Texas. Under the supervision of the Principal Engineer, the Associate Engineer will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects and perform engineering tasks related to the planning, design, construction, operation and evaluation of the District’s water and wastewater facilities. The successful candidate will also conduct studies and prepare engineering and technical reports, correspondence, and technical specifications and contract provisions for proposed construction projects.
Responsibilities:
- Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D to prepare detailed layout and design drawings for District construction and maintenance projects, structures and other facilities. In addition, produce drawings, maps, or charts; reviews designs with operating personnel; and prepares environmental CEQA documents for regulatory compliance
- Provide technical operations assistance to plant personnel; identify operational problems and recommends process changes; conduct pilot studies to optimize plant operations; and make recommendations regarding equipment operation/purchase and maintenance of District structures
- Identify long term projects to improve plant operations and assure regulatory compliance and provide information and training to operating personnel on various technical topics
- Prepare CIP budgets for capital improvement projects
- Coordinate the work among contractors, consultants, utility providers, municipal agencies and regulatory agencies; review RFI and submittals, check and inspect the work of contractors and consultants; act as liaison between contractors/consultants and District staff
- Perform calculations and prepare estimates of costs, quantities, and work for a variety of projects; provide cost-benefit analyses
- Represent the District with utilities, cities, engineering firms, contractors, developers, contractors, manufacturers in accomplishing assignments, coordinate District projects with other agencies. Present complex technical topics to various audiences such as the Board of Directors
- Perform miscellaneous engineering office/field work and other related duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering
- Engineer-In-Training (EIT) Certification minimum, Professional Engineer licensing (P.E.) preferred
- Minimum 4 years of increasingly responsible professional engineering experience and project management related to water and/or sewage collection systems
- Wastewater Treatment and Water Distribution or Treatment certification
- The candidate should demonstrate knowledge in: (i) Civil engineering principles, practices, and methods; (ii) Hydraulics, hydrology, chemistry and thermodynamics; (iii) Mechanical equipment, electrical and control systems; (iv) Construction practices, trades and materials; (v) Project management and coordination; (vi) Contract administration practices and principles; (vii) Safety standards and practices.
- Must be familiar with methods and techniques used in design and construction for planning, design, cost estimation, construction, installation, and inspection of wastewater collection, distribution, and treatment facilities.
- Must have an understanding of Federal, State, and local laws and regulations related to CEQA, water/wastewater system design, construction, and plant operations. This extends to being able to interpret, implement and enforce District water, REW, sewer and administrative ordinances and other state and local regulations.
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with employees, other managers, the public, developers, other government agencies, consultants and contractors.
Benefits:
- Salary: $70K/yr – $90K/yr, salary negotiable
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Training & Development
- Paid Time Off (PTO) (if applicable)
Locations: California, North Carolina, Utah, Washington, Minnesota, Hawaii, Ohio, Idaho, Maryland, Texas, Tennessee, New Mexico, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, Nebraska, Colorado, Massachusetts, Arizona, New York, Illinois, and Virginia
If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by either filling in the online application form or by emailing your resume to engineers@rpo-recruit.us.com
Alternatively, you are welcome to contact either Meghan Groves at 480-546-6432
Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates for this position. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.