Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer
About The Position
Are you ready to lead transformative water infrastructure projects that serve communities and protect vital resources? Merrick is seeking a Senior Engineer to join our growing Water Group in Colorado and Texas. This is your opportunity to work on innovative water, wastewater, and reuse systems that make a real difference. Typical salary range for this position is $125,000.00 - $169,000.00. Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Why Join Us? Work on cutting-edge water resource projects that shape the future of infrastructure. Collaborate with a passionate team dedicated to community, sustainability, and recreation. Enjoy professional growth in a mid-sized, employee-owned firm that values technical excellence and work-life balance. Be part of a network of 120+ water professionals committed to engineering excellence and stewardship Are you ready to make a difference? Join us and lead the charge in creating sustainable, impactful water solutions for our communities!
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Chemical or Environmental Engineering from an A.B.E.T. Accredited School.
- Minimum twelve (12) years of experience in the design and construction oversight of water and/or wastewater infrastructure facilities and projects.
- Experience working on Wastewater projects.
- Must have a valid driver's license, a good driving record, and be insurable under Merrick’s insurance carrier.
- Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
- P.E. (Professional Engineer) State of Colorado and or Texas.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree with a focus on treatment processes
- Experience with: Water/sewer modeling BioWin modeling Advanced treatment/nutrient removal GIS systems
- Public works experience with local, state, or federal agencies
- Local candidates preferred (relocation available for the right fit)
Responsibilities
- Perform assignments in the analysis and design of water and wastewater treatment facilities, including advanced treatment/nutrient removal processes using BioWin process modeling software. Experienced also with water and sewer pipelines, pump stations and related infrastructure.
- Prepare and review working drawings, details, layouts, cost estimates, studies, reports and work products.
- Position also involves providing construction support and oversight including administration, limited inspection, and start-up/operations support for treatment plants. Provide document review of designs by others for conformance of design standards and support to municipal water utility operations and maintenance teams.
- Must be capable of performing independent design tasks, reviewing the designs of others, preparing bid documents including drawings and specifications, and organizing all drawings, reports, calculations, and associated project deliverables, after receiving initial instructions from project manager, while receiving limited supervision.
- Must be capable of directing and managing a team of design engineers and/or technicians on water and wastewater projects.
- Must become knowledgeable of Merrick procedures, understand them and be able to apply them when required.
- Candidate must be capable of making sound engineering decisions, exercise initiative, judgment and knowledge commensurate with the responsibilities of the position.
- The successful candidate must possess good interpersonal skills to effectively interface with clients and Local, State, and Federal government agencies and be capable to lead project progress meetings, make project presentations, and provide clear written communications.
- Additional duties may involve project management for projects.
- Some travel may be required.
Benefits
- Employee Owned - all eligible U.S. employees have an Employee Stock Ownership Account.
- Robust Employee Referral Program.
- Annual performance and compensation reviews.
- Professional Training and Development.
- Employee Recognition Awards.
- Peer Mentor Program
- And Much More!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
