Senior Water / Wastewater Process Engineer

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Job Description: Join CDM Smith’s Chicago team as a Senior Engineer to advance your career in municipal water and wastewater engineering. Collaborate with industry-leading experts on large, cutting-edge projects that make an impact both locally and across the nation. Own the direction of your career, as there is strong mentorship and a variety of growth opportunities with our Twin Cities office. How You Will Contribute Working with large Illinois-regional and national clients to solve the most interesting engineering challenges in the water / wastewater industry. Designing pipeline assessment, rehabilitation and replacement projects for potable water and wastewater systems. Providing engineering support during design and construction for major regional water and wastewater treatment projects. Leading design tasks by engaging directly with stakeholders throughout capital project design and construction phases. Participating in project management tasks such as defining scope, managing budgets, and project coordination. Meeting with existing and prospective clients to support our sales team and facilitate the pursuit of current and upcoming project opportunities. Enhancing your technical expertise through collaboration with leading professionals within the organization. Technical development opportunities include involvement in industry-leading projects, participation in research and development initiatives, and engagement in conferences. Providing mentorship to junior staff through structured guidance, work assignments, and technical reviews. Technical mentorship will also be available to support your career growth. Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of engineering principles of design. Principles of design include preparation of design documents for municipal water / wastewater projects. Knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft business software (Excel, Word, Etc). Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a desire for client-facing interactions. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering or related discipline. Professional engineering (PE) license. 10 years of related experience. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree. Amount of Travel Required: 10% or less EEO Statement: We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Background Check and Drug Testing Information: CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing. Additional Compensation : All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position. Pay Range Min: USD $110,240.00 Pay Range Max: USD $192,899.00 Visa Sponsorship Available : No-We will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position