Water / Wastewater Engineer

Arcadis•Austin, TX

22h•$54,648 - $81,972•Hybrid

About The Position

Our Austin and San Antonio, TX teams are searching for Water Engineers to support and grow their team and advance several high-profile projects focused on adapting California in response to changing environmental conditions. We are looking for dedicated, creative, and energetic candidates interested in tackling challenges and developing sustainable solutions to address water issues such as resilience, quality, reuse, and management. Collaborating with our experienced water professionals, you will support and drive the development of projects, interact and work with clients, and develop your technical capabilities. The role sits within our global business area Resilience. We work to protect our natural environment and water resources, while powering our world for future generations. Around the world, we’re feeling the effects climate change, rapid urbanization, loss of biodiversity. The rate at which we’re seeing large-scale, unforeseen events such as floods and wildfires, is becoming more frequent. We are here to protect our natural environment and water resources, while powering our world for future generations.

Requirements

BS in Civil or Environmental Engineering or a closely related field of study.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
Dependability and an eagerness to take ownership of tasks.
Knowledge of engineering concepts, theories, and practices related to water/wastewater/stormwater.
Self-motivated and team-oriented with the ability to work successfully both independently as well as within a team.
Flexible attitude towards dynamic work assignments with the initiative to take on new projects and other challenges regularly.
Strong attention to detail, and organizational and communication skills both written and verbal.

Nice To Haves

Engineer-in-Training Certificate
Basic understanding/ familiarity with AutoCAD, ArcGIS, and H&H models.

Responsibilities

Work on evaluating, planning, designing, and supporting the management of various projects related to resiliency, stormwater, and wastewater for clients in the Los Angeles area and its surrounding metropolitan region.
Provide comprehensive assessments and developing strategies for resilience initiatives including vulnerability and mitigation assessments, as well as planning and design services for utilities, municipalities, and cities.
Incorporate innovative practices such as green and natural infrastructure.
Leverage a range of models to assess flood conditions, enhance drainage designs, optimize energy flows, and develop master plans for cutting-edge projects that prioritize resilience and sustainability.
Aid in planning, designing, and implementing innovative projects.
Prepare technical reports, calculations, and documentation.
Ensure project compliance with industry standards, regulations, and sustainability goals.
Assist in preparing project proposals, budgets, and schedules.
Prepare reports, presentations, and other audio-visual materials.
Monitor project progress and provide updates to supervisors.
Perform fieldwork activities such as site visits, construction inspection, sampling, water quality analyses, asset inventory, flow monitoring set-up and monitoring, and technology evaluations.