Design Associate - Water/Wastewater
About The Position
Olsson offers its clients a full spectrum of water and wastewater services, including a complete line of planning, design, permitting, and construction phase services. Maintaining water quality is Olsson’s number one concern, and we are able to respond to a broad set of client demands in a timely and cost-effective manner. As a Design Associate on our Water/Wastewater team, you will utilize your diversified design experience to perform complex drafting assignments requiring the application of standardized techniques. You will recommend design techniques and minor design changes to ensure the best approach to solve engineering and design needs. You will be able to work well independently, and may direct efforts of less experienced staff. Our diverse range of projects encompasses water/wastewater conveyance systems, including linear drafting and design using AutoCAD Civil 3D for pump stations, lift stations, sanitary sewer piping, water piping, water storage tanks, and water supply tanks. You may also be involved in water/wastewater treatment facility projects, utilizing Revit and other 3D modeling software.
Requirements
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
- Associate’s degree in drafting or related field preferred.
- 8+ years of experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and/or Revit.
- Excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills and the ability to generate effective solutions to complex problems.
- An understanding of high-level engineering design capabilities and advanced knowledge of applicable technologies.
- Ability to understand water and wastewater system components.
Responsibilities
- Performs detailed design work on projects including preparation of drawings and layouts, reviewing project specifications, and performing design calculations.
- Conducts research on various design concepts and techniques and develops approaches to enhance project design work.
- Performs complex computer-aided design assignments and ensures designs align with project objectives and quality standards.
- May review drawings, prepare project cost estimates, and attend client meetings.
- Maintains project documentation including drawings, specifications, and project correspondence.
- Assists in the preparation of environmental impacts or other project studies.
- May supervise, coordinate, and review work for less experienced staff members.
- May be required to work in all types of terrain and weather conditions and on project sites in various stages of construction.
Benefits
- Receive a competitive 401(k) match
- Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
- Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
- Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
- Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
- full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
