Bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, or environmental engineering, or related field
Registered PE in Texas required or through reciprocity within 6 months of hire
15+ years' experience in public works/municipal services projects focused on water & sewer system design
Expertise in hydraulic facilities and pump stations is essential
Proven experience with large diameter pipelines and conveyance systems
Understanding of water conveyance systems, including raw and treated water as well as sewage
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Responsibilities
Advise on large-scale water infrastructure projects involving various water systems
Serve as a Technical Advisor/Subject Matter Expert on civil engineering projects
Mentor emerging talent and solve complex technical problems
Collaborate with senior practice leaders to develop client-focused strategies
Provide technical mentorship to staff across water and wastewater specialties
Contribute to leadership in high-performance operational procedures
Maintain industry relationships and support project proposals
Benefits
401k Match with immediate vesting and Safe Harbor Contribution
Merit-Based Bonus Compensation
Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance with HSA contributions
Generous paid holiday structure with floating holidays
Personal Time Allowances and vacation days that carry over annually
Unlimited Sick Days
Access to a mentorship program with seasoned professionals
Employee referral program with incentives for successful hires
Full Job Description
Water Facilities Technical Leader (Pump Stations/Hydraulics/W/WW Conveyance/Piping Design)
Work Location: Remote U.S. based as an option for the right candidate (but preferably work in one of our BGE office locations across Texas and the Southeast)
Job Description
Senior Level Principal Engineer with experience in water facilities design (hydraulics, pump stations, and piping design)
Advise on large-scale water infrastructure projects involving pumping systems, raw water, treated water, sewage, and storm drain systems; complex water distribution and transmission projects; design-build and alternative delivery projects; projects across multiple states and potentially nationally.
Serve as Technical Advisor/Subject Matter Expert on a variety of civil engineering projects related to water systems including modeling, pipeline, lift stations and pump station facilities.
Be the go-to resource to solve complex technical problems, mentor emerging talent and help establish BGE as a recognized leader in the hydraulic facilities practice.
Working in partnership with Conveyance Practice Leader, Water and Wastewater Treatment Practice Leaders, Area Leaders, and Team Leaders to develop and deliver winning strategies to meet client needs.
Provide technical mentorship to engineering staff in varied specialties in water and wastewater conveyance and treatment.
As a member of our senior technical team, contribute to the leadership of our emerging engineers in high performance operational and technical procedures, as well as relationship building and community involvement.
Partner with senior Operations/Client Management staff in developing and maintaining client relationships as the Technical Expert Point of Contact
Technical Engineering support for the development of project pursuits, proposals, and interviews.
Currently have and continue to maintain vendor and manufacturer relationships, and other industry networks.
Professional engineer (PE) license in Texas, or across the southeast states, or the ability to obtain the various state licensure(s).
Ideally Hydraulic Institute Pump System Assessment Professional (PSAP) certified.
Professional Organization participation is preferred.
Engaged in professional and industry associations such as Hydraulic Institute, AWWA, WEF, ASCE, ASME, etc.
Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, or environmental engineering; or related field
Registered PE in Texas required or through reciprocity within 6 months of hire (will have PE license in multiple states across US).
15+ years' experience working in public works and/or municipal services projects and working in water & sewer system planning and design, engineering and designing water facilities (hydraulics, pump stations, and piping design).
Significant expertise in hydraulic facilities, pump stations, and lift stations is a must have; highest priority.
Experience with large diameter pipelines and conveyance systems is a must have, highest priority.
Understanding water conveyance systems (raw water, treated water, sewage, storm ) is a must have.
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience with Water Modeling Software (WaterGEMS, InfoWater, or comparable) preferred.
Some of our Benefits:
401k Match: 100% up to 4% of your contributions with immediate vesting + 3% Safe Harbor Contribution with immediate vesting
Merit-Based Bonus Compensation
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance; BGE contributes to HSA on eligible plans
9 paid Holidays, including 3 Floating holidays
Personal Time Allowances
2 to 4 weeks of Vacation, depending on experience-level. Unused vacation carries over to the next year.
"Unlimited" Sick Days.
Mentorship Program - Provides you with the opportunity to learn and receive guidance from seasoned professionals.
Employee Referral Program that pays you for bringing great people into the BGE family
