Field Engineer

Terracon • Harrisburg, PA

40d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Harrisburg Terracon office is seeking a Field Engineer who demonstrates attention to detail, is invigorated by challenges, enjoys communication, strives to solve problems with unique solutions, is experienced in outdoor and office environments, and desires a career development path. This role involves designing various water systems, performing engineering analyses, preparing reports and drawings, assembling permit applications, conducting site inspections, assisting with treatment system operations and maintenance, and preparing proposals. The Field Engineer will follow safety rules, maintain quality standards, perform site investigations, evaluate water quality, design water and wastewater systems, complete calculations, develop design drawings and specifications, assist with permit applications and reports, provide field support, prepare bid documents, assist with construction phase services, conduct construction field inspections, correspond with various stakeholders, attend meetings, and assist with proposal preparation. The role also involves working closely with senior-level project managers for project management experience.

Requirements

• 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

Nice To Haves

• 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

Responsibilities

• Design potable water, domestic and industrial wastewater, stormwater, rainwater harvesting, and other water resources systems
• Perform engineering analyses and calculations
• Prepare detailed drawings
• Develop engineer’s reports and plans
• Assemble permit applications and other regulatory reports
• Develop construction specifications and contracts
• Perform site inspections and sampling
• Perform construction inspections
• Assist with treatment system operations and maintenance
• Assist with the preparation of proposals
• Communicate with clients
• 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

Benefits

• Personalized career path planning
• Paid internal and external education and training
• Career advancement opportunities locally and nationally

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level