Volkert Inc.

Water/Wastewater Project Engineer

Volkert Inc. • $85K — $100K *
Austin, TX 78745In-Person
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's of Science in Civil Engineering
  • Valid Professional Engineering Licensure (P.E.)
  • 5-10 years of engineering design experience
  • Experience in municipal engineering for pump stations, pipelines, and treatment facilities
  • Hydraulic modeling proficiency with tools like WaterCAD and WaterGEMS
  • Knowledge of Civil Site projects and building codes
  • Strong communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Design water transmission and distribution systems and treatment facilities
  • Develop site plans with grading, drainage, and utilities
  • Manage project tasks, design, permitting, and construction coordination
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external clients
  • Produce high-quality plans and perform QA/QC checks
  • Ensure designs remain within client budgets
  • Attend meetings with clients and regulatory agencies

Benefits

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer matching
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
  • Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Wellness incentives
  • Student Debt Retirement Match
  • Additional voluntary benefits
Full Job Description
We are currently searching for an experienced Water/Wastewater Project Engineer to support ourSouthwest Regionlocated in Louisiana or Texas.

To be considered for this position, applicants musthave, at minimum, a Professional Civil Engineering License.

What you'll be doing:

  • Designing water transmission and distribution systems, pumping stations, conveyance systems, water treatment systems, water/wastewater distribution planning, master planning, and treatment plant rehabilitation and expansions
  • Develop site plans including grading, drainage, and utilities
  • Managing project tasks, project design and permitting, construction coordination, and providing regular communication and guidance with other staff members (CAD technicians, Engineer Interns and Construction Inspectors)
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary team and external clients to contribute to the successful completion of assigned projects
  • Producing quality sets of plans along with checking the work of others and following Volkert's QA/QC policy
  • Produce designs that stay within the budget set by the client
  • Attend meetings and communicate with clients, government entities, and various regulatory agencies to fulfill any regulations and requirements relating to projects
  • Exhibit strong project management skills and monitor project progress, budgets, and schedules


What you need to have:

  • Bachelor's of Science in Civil Engineering
  • Valid Professional Engineering Licensure (P.E.)
  • Minimum of 5 - 10 years of relevant engineering design experience
  • Relevant municipal engineering experience including designing pump stations, pipelines, water/wastewater treatment facilities
  • Experience performing hydraulic modeling (using programs such as WaterCAD, WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, InfoWater, etc.)
  • Experience in Civil Site projects and understanding of ADA and building codes
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
  • Valid driver's license and a satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)


Bonus points if you have:

  • PE Licensure in Louisiana and/or Texas preferred
  • 10+ years of relevant experience preferred


Key Benefits:

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
  • Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
  • Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
  • Wellness incentives
  • Student Debt Retirement Match
  • Additional voluntary benefits


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About Volkert Inc.

Volkert Inc. is an engineering consulting firm that provides a range of services, including transportation planning, environmental engineering, and construction management. The company was founded in 1925 and is headquartered in Mobile, Alabama. Volkert serves clients in a variety of industries, including transportation, energy, and water resources. The company has a reputation for delivering high-quality work and has received numerous awards for its projects. Volkert is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
Learn more about Volkert Inc.
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Technical Services
Founded
1925
* Ladders Estimates

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