Civil or Environmental Engineer
About The Position
Commonwealth Engineers, Inc. is hiring a Civil or Environmental Engineer with at least two years of water resource experience for its South Bend, Indiana office. The engineer will help plan, design, and implement water resource projects addressing potable water, wastewater, and stormwater, working on project teams that assist communities and industries with environmental infrastructure challenges. The company describes its culture as team-based and supportive of learning and growth. The role involves work on projects such as pump stations, collection and distribution systems, and water and wastewater treatment plants. The engineer will receive mentoring from experienced engineers on complex assignments and may coordinate or review work performed by less experienced engineering interns. The position also involves collaboration with project managers, project engineers, CAD designers, and environmental scientists, as well as communication with clients, contractors, government officials, and other stakeholders.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in water resources engineering.
- Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
- Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam certification, with progress toward Professional Engineer (P.E.) licensure.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to apply technical skills to meet project demands and solve client problems.
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
- Sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet deadlines.
- Attention to detail and ability to contribute to a positive work environment.
Nice To Haves
- Graduate degree.
- Experience with hydrologic/hydraulic modeling tools.
- Experience with projects involving pump stations, collection systems, distribution systems, and water/wastewater treatment plants.
Responsibilities
- Work collaboratively with project managers, project engineers, CAD designers, and environmental scientists.
- Prepare engineering reports, construction documents, cost estimates, and technical memoranda.
- Perform simple design calculations under the supervision of a project engineer or project manager.
- Interpret and apply federal, state, and local regulations related to water resources and stormwater.
- Contact government officials regarding permits and prepare permit applications.
- Conduct site visits, field investigations, and inspections as needed.
- Coordinate with contractors.
- Communicate technical findings effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- May coordinate or review the work of less experienced engineering interns.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Long-term and short-term disability insurance, including maternity and paternity leave
- Supplemental insurance
- AD&D coverage
- Matching 401(k) and profit sharing
- Annual performance bonus
- Additional incentive pay for each hour worked in excess of the 40-hour schedule
- Paid time off and holidays
- Flexible scheduling
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee outings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
