Wastewater Engineer

AtkinsRéalis•Novi, MI
•$65,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Wastewater Engineer to join their team. This is an entry-level position based out of Lansing, MI. The role involves assisting in the planning, design, and production of engineering drawings for water and/or wastewater infrastructure projects, potentially supervising the production of these drawings. The engineer will also be responsible for preparing and assembling specifications, conducting engineering investigations, collecting and analyzing data, performing routine calculations, and evaluating the feasibility of alternate solutions. Additionally, the role includes preparing sections of reports, reviewing shop drawings, assisting with recordkeeping and progress reports, observing construction procedures, collecting samples, preparing material for reports and permit applications, performing engineering calculations, and conducting field observations of construction. The engineer will also perform other duties as assigned by their supervisor.

Requirements

  • 0-2 Years of professional experience in a related technical field.
  • Completion of Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering degree from an ABET accredited college/university.
  • Basic computer skills required to enter data into spreadsheets or databases.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

  • Minimal experience is preferred of incumbents with a Bachelor's Degree in a branch of Engineering directly related to hiring discipline; no experience required with a Master's degree.
  • Experience with AutoCAD is preferred.
  • Experience with Excel and Power BI is preferred.
  • Engineer-In-Training certification is preferred

Responsibilities

  • Assists in the planning, design, and production of engineering drawings for water and/or wastewater infrastructure projects.
  • May supervise the production of these drawings.
  • Carries out specific assignments in preparing and assembling specifications.
  • Participates in conducting engineering investigations and planning work by completing well-defined tasks.
  • Prepares assigned sections of reports working under the close review of an experienced professional.
  • Participates on projects involving construction activities by reviewing shop drawings for conformance with easily interpreted specifications; assists in recordkeeping and in generating progress reports; observes relatively simple construction procedures; and collects samples for quality control testing.
  • Prepares material for reports and permit applications, gathering information, writing rough outline, and/or preparing work progression documents and graphic presentations.
  • Performs engineering calculations.
  • Performs field observations of construction where appropriate.
  • Performs such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.

Benefits

  • Enrollment into Emerge, our new graduate experience
  • Opportunities to work on various projects of ranging size and scope
  • Support & structured mentorship from various professionals throughout the global AtkinsRéalis network
  • Formal business and soft-skills training on topics such as time management, resilience, emotional intelligence, feedback, and communication
  • Integration into a robust Emerging Professional Network
  • Additional learning and development programs
  • Training
  • Career opportunities
  • Highly regarded tuition reimbursement program
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits
  • Employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Leaves of absences options
  • Flexible work options
  • Recognition and employee satisfaction programs
  • Employee assistance program
  • Voluntary benefits
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