Water/Wastewater Senior Designer

KCI Technologies Inc.•Glencoe, MD

2d•$75,000 - $88,000

About The Position

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge. At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us. KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning. KCI is currently ranked #50 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET-Accredited Program.
Strong Proficiency in required design software such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, or Revit.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Good communication and technical writing skills.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think critically.
Proficiency with BIM and CAD design platforms, specifically Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD.
Experience in process system design including pump head loss calculations and pump selection, treatment plant head losses, chemical system design, process equipment system design and similar systems.
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight project deadlines.
Ability to work as part of a collaborative, multi-discipline design team with the initiative to work independently and take on additional projects as needed.
Ability to conduct field work at existing facilities to gather information for reports and designs.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated proficiency in organization and presentation of documentation.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Outlook, Teams, Excel, and Powerpoint is required.
Ability to maintain required certifications.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Microsoft Project is preferred.
Professional Engineer (PE) eligibility.

Responsibilities

Work with the Project Manager for successful project execution.
Design water and wastewater facilities including pumping stations, storage facilities and treatment plants.
Prepare and review design calculations, engineering drawings, specifications, cost estimate, and technical evaluations and reports for various water and wastewater facility projects.
Maintain accurate records of design calculations, reports, and correspondence.
Perform site assessments and feasibility studies.
Provide technical direction or supervision to junior engineers-in-training and BIM/CAD technicians, or other technical personnel.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including preparing permit applications and obtaining necessary approvals.
Construction administration and engineering services (submittal review, contract document interpretation, requests for information, shop drawing reviews, correspondence, and change orders), as required.
Communicate and coordinate with clients, utility owners, project teams including other engineering disciplines, designers and subconsultants.
Comply with all KCI policies and procedures.
Complete all tasks on time and within budget while fully meeting project scope.