Project Engineer - Utilities

Dibble Engineering•Tucson, AZ

131d•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Engineer is responsible for preparing detailed design drawings and contract documents for water and wastewater infrastructure projects, including water supply wells, distribution and collection systems, storage tanks, booster stations, and sewer lift stations. The role provides preliminary engineering and final design and requires experience with hydraulic analysis, profile design, survey requirements, and rights of way. The engineer will work with and lead a design team. The position is based in Dibble’s Tucson, Arizona office. Salary depends on skills and experience. Dibble provides civil engineering services to public and private sector clients across Arizona, Colorado, and the Southwestern United States. The company describes a people-focused culture, opportunities for growth and development, work-life balance, company activities, community service opportunities, and an industry-leading benefits program.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering; Civil Engineering is preferred.
Registered Professional Civil Engineer (PE) in Arizona, or ability to obtain registration within six months.
Valid Arizona driver's license, or ability to obtain one within three months of the start date.
Experience using engineering design and office software, including AutoCAD Civil 3D and MS Office.
Strong technical writing skills and ability to communicate engineering decisions and concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to work in varied team environments and with different team sizes and personnel.
Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining quality.
Ability to meet project deadlines while maintaining a high level of quality.
Ability to communicate effectively with clients, technicians, engineers, and subconsultants.

Nice To Haves

Four to six years of relevant experience is preferred.
Civil Engineering degree is preferred.
Experience in master planning and sewer and water rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

Prepare construction plans, technical specifications, technical studies, and reports.
Lead, organize, and manage small teams of EITs, designers, and drafters.
Review the quality of own work and work produced by EITs and designers.
Assist the project manager with preparing and managing project schedules and budgets.
Attend and participate in client meetings.
Assist in developing marketing proposals by preparing the technical understanding and approach.
Assist with construction administration, including reviewing and responding to contractor material submittals, RFIs, and change order requests.
Evaluate company practices and provide input for continuous improvement.
Participate in executing the company strategic plan.
Represent the company at industry events and conferences.
Mentor and train CAD designers and Engineers-in-Training.