Entry-Level Water/Wastewater Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Ardurra is seeking an Entry-Level Water/Wastewater Engineer to join our growing team in Boise, Idaho.

At Ardurra, we’re more than an engineering and consulting firm—we’re a team dedicated to shaping the future through smart solutions and strong partnerships. Our mission is simple: empower our people to deliver innovative, sustainable projects that make a real impact on communities. Guided by our core values—Client Driven, Uniquely Nimble, Low Bureaucracy, Team Collaboration, Unlimited Opportunities, Relationship Focused, and Entrepreneurial Spirit—we foster a culture that puts people first.

Primary Function

Our water and wastewater team partners closely with clients to plan, design, permit, and deliver systems that solve real-world challenges. We focus on practical, forward-thinking solutions that help communities make smart investments and reduce long-term costs. As a trusted leader in the water industry, we support municipal clients across the full project lifecycle: from drinking water supply and treatment to water reuse and wastewater systems. Our work spans both treatment and conveyance projects of all sizes. As an entry-level engineer, you’ll join a collaborative, innovative team where you’ll gain hands-on experience, contribute meaningfully from day one, and grow your career while helping build resilient water systems for the communities we serve. This position is available onsite in the Meridian, ID office.

Primary Duties:

• Assist in the design and analysis of water/wastewater treatment facilities, distribution systems, and collection networks.
• Prepare engineering drawings, reports, and specifications.
• Conduct hydraulic modeling and calculations.
• Perform field investigations, data collection, and site inspections.
• Support permitting and regulatory compliance efforts.
• Assist in preparing cost estimates and project schedules.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s in civil, Environmental Engineering, or related disciplines
• 0-5 years of experience in engineering or related fields (internship experience preferred but not required)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, GIS, and hydraulic modeling software is preferred.
• EIT certification (or ability to obtain within one year) preferred

Why Ardurra?

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.
Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:

Ardurra does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agency Agreement, Ardurra will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. If a resume or candidate is submitted to any hiring manager without a previously signed agreement, Ardurra reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. These candidates will be considered property of Ardurra. We’re not currently looking to add any more agencies to our list of approved vendors, so please do not contact any of our managers or recruitment team with sales calls or details of your candidates.

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