Project Engineer - Water/Wastewater

Project Engineer - Water/Wastewater Lincoln, NE; Omaha, NE Company Description We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities, and our people make it possible. Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose. Job Description Olsson offers its clients a full spectrum of water and wastewater services, including a complete line of planning, design, permitting, and construction phase services. Maintaining water quality is Olsson’s number one concern, and we can respond to a broad set of client demands in a timely and cost-effective manner. Types of wastewater projects typically include piping extensions and rehabilitation, new pump stations and rehabilitation, treatment plant rehabilitation for various types of treatment processes, and new treatment plant projects. As a Project Water/Wastewater Engineer, you will apply diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices to a broad variety of assignments and independently make decisions regarding engineering complexities on small projects. Responsibilities Perform detailed engineering tasks such as project design, cost estimates, and design calculations. Prepare project documents and adhere to project scope, schedule, and budget to ensure alignment with project objectives. Independently perform complex assignments that require development of new and improved techniques and procedures. Work closely with project managers on execution of design work, report overall progress, and inform project managers of any potential challenges to ensure project goals and objectives are met. Attend client meetings. May supervise, coordinate, and review work for less experienced staff members. Coordinate with other Olsson technical teams, professional staff, and clients. Travel may be needed to job sites for observation in all types of terrain and weather conditions, as well as project sites in various stages of construction. Qualifications You are passionate about: Working collaboratively with others. Having ownership in the work you do. Using your talents to positively affect communities. You bring to the team Bachelor’s degree in engineering. 6 or more years of industry experience, preferably in wastewater engineering.Must be a registered Professional Engineer (PE). Strong communication skills. Ability to contribute and work well on a team. Additional Information Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it. As an Olsson employee, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you’ll: Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities Receive an excellent 401(k) match Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements Please note The benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. If you're applying for an internship, you can learn more about internship-specific offerings and experiences at Olsson by visiting . Equal Opportunity Employer Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Olsson