Wastewater Treatment Process Designer

GFT • Denver, CO

10d • $80,000 - $110,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

GFT is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Process Engineer to join its Water team. This position follows a hybrid work model and requires regular attendance at the Denver, Colorado office. The Water Design Engineer assists with planning, design, and construction of water, wastewater, and municipal infrastructure projects. Work includes site visits, report and design-document preparation, review of development and stormwater plans, permitting support, construction observation, and field services.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Civil or Environmental Engineering.
• 1–3 years of related experience in water/wastewater engineering.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to assist with or conduct client presentations and prepare written reports.
• Experience working with municipal and private utilities.
• Physically able to perform work in the field.
• Team player with strong planning and organizational skills.
• Must be proficient in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite, and standard engineering software.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, or ability to obtain Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification within 3 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Progressive experience in evaluation, design, permitting, and construction administration of infrastructure improvements.
• Working knowledge of BIM, Civil 3D, GIS, hydraulic/hydrologic modeling, or other specialty engineering software.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the planning, design, and construction administration of water, wastewater, and municipal infrastructure facilities and projects.
• Conduct site visits, surveys, and inspections, and assist with data collection and compilation for utility infrastructure projects.
• Prepare reports.
• Develop design plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Review subdivision, land development, grading, and zoning plans, including review and development of stormwater management and erosion and sediment control plans.
• Prepare federal, state, and local permit applications.
• Perform construction observation and field engineering services.
• Prepare grant and funding applications.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support for active participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.

What This Job Offers

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