Department: Water/Wastewater
Location: Atlanta, GA
Description
Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is hiring a
Project Engineer - Water & Wastewater for our
Atlanta, GA location. The role will provide quality planning, design and technical assistance to Discipline Manager and other members of design team in delivering projects within budgetary and time constraints.
Are you ready to inspire, engage and deliver? For almost 50 years Waggoner has delivered sound results through a culture of integrity, service and creativity to benefit our clients. Waggoner has more than doubled in size over the last five years and growth is expected to significantly increase through the addition of talented personnel.
What does that mean for you? Waggoner differentiates itself as a leader in growth strategy for water and disaster recovery, as well as providing full engineering services across 19 offices and 6 states; we need people who are inspired for future growth, engage as leaders in their respective fields, and deliver to both internal and external clients.
If you are tired of hearing "we've always done it this way"; if you have a work hard/play hard attitude; and if you enjoy working with a vast team of professionals across various disciplines, you will fit right into our culture.
Your Primary Responsibilities will include
Essential Functions:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Performs engineering analyses and evaluations (primarily computer-based) in support of the planning and design of civil works projects, including but not limited to the following areas:
a. Water distribution system and sanitary sewer collection system hydraulic modeling;
b. Pump station modeling and analysis for well pumps, sewer system lift stations, and transmission pumping stations;
c. Analysis and evaluation of treatment options for potable water and wastewater plants;
d. Analysis and evaluation of water and sewer rate structures; and
e. Planning, assessments and recommendations related to the need for public water and wastewater facilities.
2. Performs analysis and design of water distribution systems; water supply and treatment components; sanitary sewer systems and components; transmission, treatment and disposal systems; POTWs and other projects.
3. Conducts assessment and evaluation of existing system conditions and develops recommended remedial measures.
4. Maintains and documents written and verbal communications with clients throughout the development and completion of a project.
5. Conducts project status review with project manager and team members, checking accuracy of work completed, and monitors timeliness of project completion.
6. Attends meetings on project management.
7. Assists Project Managers with administrative duties concerning completion of assigned projects, including review of schedules, scopes and budgets.
8. Assists Project Manager in preparation of engineering studies and reports.
9. Provides technical guidance and training to members of the project team.
10. Prepares project design using sound engineering principles, engineering software and tools.
11. Assists in preparation of contract documents and technical specifications.
12. Assists Project Manager in assuring quality control procedures are performed.
13. Maintains responsibility for the accuracy of each segment of the work and the final check of the work.
14. Maintains responsibility for adherence to applicable codes.
15. Provides leadership, guidance, and mentoring to engineering staff.
What you'll need
Required Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering
Experience:
- Three+ years of related design experience, and knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations required. One to two years coordination/supervisory experience preferred.
Certifications/Registrations:
- License as a Professional Engineer (PE) is required.
- Licensure as a PE or ability to obtain such within six months in contiguous states is desired.
- Certifications applicable to civil engineering, water and/or wastewater plant operations desired.
Other Knowledge and Skills:
- Proficient in design using AutoCAD Civil 3D, Micro Station, ESRI products.
- Advanced knowledge of MS Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project required.
- Knowledge of design, on-line reports and databases preferred. Understanding of and experience in the application of sustainability principles in public infrastructure.
- Knowledge and ability to use (or learn) Deltek Financial and Project Management system is required. Superior communication skills and in-depth knowledge of company products and operations.
Why Join Our Team
We know work isn't only about what you do, it's also about who you work for and with! Waggoner Engineering provides a fun, family-friendly, and multicultural work environment that supports a work life balance, including:
- WEI Incentive Program
- Healthy Workplace Program
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Competitive Health Benefits
- Career Development and Training
- Flexible/Hybrid Schedule
- Community Service Opportunities
- Worldwide Travel Assistance
Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
