American Water · 3 days ago
Planning Engineer
Mechanicsburg, PA
Contract
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expAmerican Water is focused on providing reliable water and wastewater services, and they are seeking a Planning Engineer to assess long-term needs and develop project solutions. The role involves conducting hydraulic modeling, demand projections, and preparing comprehensive planning recommendations while supporting consulting engineers and project management activities.
ConsumerWaste ManagementWater
Responsibilities
Assist with the preparation of strategic water and wastewater system engineering planning studies
Conduct system capacity evaluations, analysis of water source, treatment, pumping and collection/distribution, storage, or other system deficiencies as assigned to support ongoing operations, service extension requests or regional growth opportunities
Hydraulic model development, calibration and analysis for water distribution systems and wastewater collection systems
Assist with multiple small to medium size projects and perform varied engineering assignments associated with planning, design or construction
Develop technical information and concepts into feasible and effective engineering approaches
Establish project budgets and scope
Support the pre-qualification and selection of consulting and construction organizations for projects using negotiation or competitive selection processes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering
EIT or 2 - 4 years' experience in Engineering design, planning, construction, project delivery and/or project management
Valid Driver's License
Demonstrated knowledge of engineering design theory and practice
Familiarity with project management, construction and contract management, water and wastewater facilities, and utility operations
Knowledge of current trends in water quality and treatment and other aspects of the water industry
Familiarity with environmental regulatory requirements, and trends impacting the water industry
Sound business acumen and judgment
Effective quantitative and analytical skills; attention to detail
Effective verbal and written communications skills (e.g., report writing, listening, and presentation)
Strong interpersonal skills (e.g., tact/diplomacy, persuasion, team building, cooperation, leadership, ability to motivate others)
Financial analysis skill, including budget management, business modeling, and basic accounting knowledge
Preferred
Advanced degree
Water system and wastewater collection system hydraulic modeling experience
Engineer in Training (EIT)
Company
American Water
American Water is a waste water utility company.
5001-10000 employees
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2024 (8)
2023 (14)
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$900.57MKey Investors
Water Research Foundation
2024-02-21Grant· $0.57M
2023-06-27Post Ipo Debt· $900M
2017-11-29Post Ipo Equity
Leadership Team
John Griffith
President and Chief Executive Officer
Susan N. Story
President & Chief Executive Officer
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