Entry Level Water Engineer
US-VA-Virginia Beach, VA
Gannett Fleming
Req #: 12035
Type: Full-Time
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Responsibilities: What You Will Do: GFT is seeking a dynamic and driven Entry Level Water Engineer to work in our Newport News, VA or Virginia Beach, VA office. This position follows a hybrid-remote work format, with 3 days required onsite per week. Joining the water team at GFT means contributing to innovative solutions for sustainable water management and infrastructure. Our team excels in advanced water and wastewater treatment; conveyance, collection, and transmission; and stormwater management, dams and levees. With a focus on integrating technology, sustainability, and compliance, we consider each water project a chance to innovate and evolve to protect public health and enhance quality of life. Explore some of our signature water resources and environmental projects here. What you'll be challenged to do: The Entry Level Water Engineer will assist in the planning, design, and construction of water, wastewater, and municipal infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include conducting site visits, preparing reports and design documents, reviewing development and stormwater plans, supporting permitting efforts, and performing construction observation and field services. In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following: * Participate in the planning, design and construction administration of water, wastewater and municipal infrastructure facilities/projects * Conduct site visits, surveys and inspections, and assist with data collection and compilation for utility infrastructure projects * Prepare reports, develop design plans, specifications and cost estimates * Review Subdivision, Land Development, Grading and Zoning plans, including review and development of Stormwater Management and Erosion and Sediment Control plans * Prepare federal, state and local permit applications * Perform construction observation and field engineering services * Prepare grant/funding applications Qualifications: What you will bring to our firm: * Bachelor of Science in Civil or Environmental Engineering. * 0 - 2 years' of related experience in water/wastewater engineering. * Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to assist in/conduct effective client presentations and prepare written reports. * Progressive experience in evaluation, design, permitting and construction administration of infrastructure improvements will be favorably considered. * Physically able to perform work in the field. * Team player possessing strong planning and organizational skills. * Must be proficient in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite and use of standard engineering software. * Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam, or the ability to obtain Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification within 3 months of hire. What we prefer you bring: * Experience working with municipal and private utilities is a plus * Working knowledge of BIM, Civil 3D, GIS, hydraulic/hydrologic modeling and other specialty engineering software also beneficial Compensation: The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $80,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location. Featured Benefits: * Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. * Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan. * Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual. * Tuition reimbursement for continued education. * Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations * Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
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