Terracon · 12 hours ago
Water and Wastewater Field Engineer
Harrisburg, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expTerracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. The Water and Wastewater Field Engineer will design and analyze water resource systems, perform site inspections and sampling, and assist with project management and client communication.
Civil Engineering
Responsibilities
Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects
Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management
Maintain quality standards on all projects
Perform site investigations, data collection, site surveys, and field evaluations of existing facilities, infrastructure, and property
Complete evaluations, alternative analyses, feasibility studies, and engineer’s construction estimates
Evaluate groundwater and surface water quality
Design potable water distribution and treatment systems, wastewater collection/conveyance and treatment systems, water reuse/recycling systems, and stormwater facilities
Complete calculations and utilize applicable software applications for design purposes
Aid in the development of detailed design drawings, schematics, layouts, and detailed technical specifications
Assist with completing permit applications and design reports for various review agencies
Compile data and operational information for inclusion into regulatory reporting for potable water and wastewater systems
Provide field support to operations and maintenance staff periodically on water and wastewater treatment system projects
Support with construction project bid document preparation and pre-bid meeting attendance
Assist with construction phase services, such as management of project schedule, costs, meeting attendance, and administrative tasks
Complete construction field inspections/oversight and prepare inspection reports
Correspond with clients, vendors, contractors, regulatory agencies, and operation and maintenance staff as needed based on project requirements
Attend meetings (remote or in-person) with clients, field staff and regulatory agencies for project support
Assist with the preparation of project proposals and cost estimates
Work closely with senior-level project managers to gain additional project management experience for more complex and larger projects
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or related Engineering degree
Minimum 0-2 years' experience
Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history
Preferred
0-2 years' experience in potable water, wastewater, water resources design and permitting with an engineering consulting firm or related internship
Pennsylvania Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate or ability to become certified in Pennsylvania
Proficiency in technical writing and Microsoft Office Suite
Detail oriented with commitment to providing high quality engineering services as it related to all workspace responsibilities
Team oriented with strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent time management, with the ability to multitask
Willing to learn or experience with AutoCAD software
Familiarity with Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP) permitting and design requirements for potable water and wastewater systems
Experience in field reconnaissance, survey equipment operation, data collection, and analysis
Experience with water and wastewater treatment system operations and maintenance
Construction inspection and oversight understanding
Experience or openness to learn design related software as required by project need (i.e SWMM, HEC-HMS, WaterCAD, SewerCAD, etc.)
Willing and able to travel to project sites and meetings as needed, including long days and overnight
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
401(k) plan
Paid time off
Holidays
Education reimbursement
Various bonus programs
Company
Terracon
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned consulting engineering firm providing quality services to clients.
5001-10000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
M. Gayle Packer
President and CEO
Don Vrana
Chief Financial Officer
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