PapeDawson Engineers Inc

Engineer III - Water/Wastewater

PapeDawson Engineers Inc$75K — $90K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field (ABET-accredited)
  • Minimum 2 years of professional engineering experience
  • Engineer-in-Training (EIT/EI) certification
  • Working knowledge of engineering principles and design standards
  • Proficiency with relevant engineering software and tools
  • Effective communication skills for collaboration
  • Ability to manage tasks and meet deadlines

Responsibilities

  • Perform planning, design, and analysis tasks in compliance with codes and standards
  • Prepare engineering calculations, reports, and technical documentation
  • Evaluate design alternatives and recommend solutions
  • Coordinate with project managers and multidisciplinary teams
  • Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior staff
  • Participate in quality control and assurance practices
  • Support planning and design of water distribution and wastewater systems

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional development and growth
  • Collaborative work environment with multidisciplinary teams
  • Exposure to diverse engineering projects
  • Guidance from licensed professional engineers (P.E.)
  • Potential for fieldwork and site visits
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Overview

This position supports the planning, design, analysis, and delivery of engineering projects under the guidance of a licensed professional engineer (P.E.) and may provide technical guidance to junior staff. The role applies experience and problem-solving skills to moderately complex assignments while collaborating with project managers, clients, and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities
• Perform engineering planning, design, and analysis tasks in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and regulations, producing work that requires minimal revision.
• Prepare engineering calculations and technical deliverables such as memoranda, reports, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates, clearly documenting assumptions and design decisions.
• Evaluate and compare design alternatives, apply sound engineering judgment, and recommend appropriate solutions to support project objectives.
• Coordinate with project managers, multidisciplinary teams, and external stakeholders to support project delivery, with guidance as appropriate.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and designers to support team development and quality outcomes.
• Participate in quality control and quality assurance practices to support accuracy, consistency, and compliance with standards.
• Manage assigned tasks independently, meet deadlines, and demonstrate accountability for assigned portions of a project.
• Support planning and design of water distribution and wastewater collection systems, including layouts, profiles, and supporting calculations.
• Prepare technical documentation and permitting support materials for public infrastructure improvements.
• Support project coordination activities such as utility conflicts/coordination documentation and right-of-entry or easement-related technical exhibits, as applicable.

Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited program.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional engineering experience performing progressively responsible engineering work.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT/EI) certification
• Working knowledge of engineering principles, design standards, and applicable codes and regulations relevant to assigned service areas.
• Ability to apply established engineering practices and exercise sound judgment on moderately complex assignments.
• Proficiency with relevant engineering software and tools.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and external agencies.
• Ability to manage assigned tasks, meet deadlines, and work under general supervision.
• Willingness to work primarily in an office environment with periodic field work, site visits, meetings, or agency coordination as required.
• Ability to work Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm with overtime as needed

About PapeDawson Engineers Inc

Pape-Dawson Engineers, Inc. is a civil and environmental engineering consulting firm headquartered in San Antonio, Texas. The company was founded in 1965 by Gene Dawson and Bill Pape. The firm provides services in the areas of transportation, water resources, land development, environmental, surveying, and construction management. Pape-Dawson has additional offices in Austin, Houston, Fort Worth, and Dallas. The company has been recognized as one of the best places to work in San Antonio and Austin.
Learn more about PapeDawson Engineers Inc
Size
1,100 employees
Industry
Net Income
$10 million
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$100 million

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