Environmental Engineer - Water Services Group

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Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Environmental Engineer with a focus on water systems to join our dynamic team.

In this role, you will contribute to the design, implementation, and optimization of water treatment solutions that help safeguard our natural resources and ensure sustainable water management practices. With a solid foundation in environmental engineering principles, you will collaborate on a variety of challenging projects aimed at improving water quality, enhancing system efficiency, and addressing regulatory compliance.

If you're passionate about environmental sustainability and eager to make a meaningful impact on local communities, we encourage you to apply and be part of a forward-thinking organization committed to making a positive difference in the environment.

Main Responsibilities:

Planning and conducting water infrastructure design, including conveyance and treatment, requiring judgment in the independent evaluation, selection and substantial adaptation and modification of standard treatment procedures and criteria.

Coordinating detailed phases of work which includes preliminary design, detailed design, construction and start-up phases of a major water conveyance and treatment plant design and modifications, or in a total design project of moderate scope.

Devising new approaches to problems encountered and coordinating various technical aspects of water infrastructure design and implementation.

Contributing to firm's technical knowledge management system by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc.

Submitting technical papers for publishing in technical journals and presenting at professional society conferences.

Serving as a technical mentor to junior staff by: reviewing work performed by entry level staff per CDM Smith QA/QC requirements; performing peer review of the work of junior engineers/scientists or technicians and providing technical feedback; and providing guidance on overall objectives, critical issues, and new concepts in support of various projects.

Collaborating with sales staff to develop proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposal (RFPs) with particular attention to technical scope and for adherence to firm, industry, state, local and federal regulations and best practices.

Meeting with current and potential future clients to review their current and future project needs.

Assisting project managers and helping to establish key project milestones and monitoring budgets to assess profitability.

Serving as subject matter expert on various projects including but not limited to: water treatment plant design, pump station design, and/or water conveyance design, and the preparation of reports, plans, and specifications in support of such projects.

Providing Engineering Services during Construction including shop drawing review, contractor payment application review, RFI response, and record documents preparation.

Skills & Abilities

Expert Knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) 3D and 4D software and practices.

Expert Knowledge of engineer principles of design.

Expert Knowledge of Microsoft business software (excel, word, etc.).

Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

Expert knowledge of federal, state and local regulations.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering or related discipline.

Professional engineering (PE) license.

7 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

Driving Requirements

An appropriate and valid driver's license is required.

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.

Massachusetts Applicants

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Additional Pay Range Information

CDM Smith is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for the geographic location assigned to the position. In addition to geographic location, a candidate’s salary is determined by several other factors including, but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, relevant work experience, skills, required certifications, and education/training.

Additional Compensation

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Visa Sponsorship Available

No-We will not support sponsorship in the United States, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

Agency Disclaimer

All vendors must have a signed CDM Smith Placement Agreement from the CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Manager to receive payment for your placement. Verbal or written commitments from any other member of the CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries staff will not be considered binding terms. All unsolicited resumes sent to CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries and any resume submitted to any employee outside of CDM Smith Talent Acquisition Team will be considered property of CDM Smith. CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries will not be held liable to pay a placement fee.

Pay Range Max

USD $175,365.00

Pay Range Min

USD $100,194.00