What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineer I - Water/Wastewater position at RK&K?
RK&K is hiring a Water/Wastewater Engineer for our Keyser office. In this role, you will work closely with project managers and other team members to execute work involving engineering principals and other related activities. You will provide planning, design and construction support on a variety of engineering projects with a focus on water and wastewater design, including pump stations and treatment plants.
Essential Functions
- Prepare design calculations, drawings, and specifications for water and wastewater treatment plants, pumping stations, and distribution/collection conveyance systems
- Conduct technical evaluations to support planning and design related to water and wastewater systems
- Assist with the preparation and review of technical memoranda, reports, drawings, specifications, and miscellaneous contract documents
- Assist with project management activities for select tasks and develop Project management skills for expanded responsibilities and internal Project management assignments
- Support field testing and investigations when required
- Support construction projects with office engineering services (submittal review, contract document interpretation, requests for information, correspondence, change requests, and change orders) when required
- Communicate effectively and coordinate with project teams including other disciplines, such as cost estimators, GIS, designers, and other engineers
Required Education, Skills and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Civil/Mechanical/Environmental Engineering or related engineering field
- Zero to three years of professional experience in the study, design, and construction administration of water and wastewater facilities and conveyance infrastructure
- A self-starter, versatile and interested in working on a variety of projects supporting the Water and Wastewater Group
- Excellent technical writing and communication skills required
- Demonstrated proficiency in organization and presentation of documentation
- Proficiency with Microsoft Suite including Word, Outlook, Project, Excel and PowerPoint is required
Preferred Education, Skills and Experience
- E.I.T. Certification
- CADD (Autodesk Civil 3D and/or Bentley OpenRoads Designer) software applications
- Prior experience/internship with civil engineering firm
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
What We Offer
RK&K offers excellent potential for career advancement and professional growth. We also offer attractive compensation packages commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Health, dental , vision, life and disability insurances
- Matching 401(k) plan
- Paid Holidays
- Much Much more!
Why RK&K?
As a full-service engineering and construction management firm, RK&K gives you the opportunity to directly impact the communities in which we live and work. What sets RK&K apart is an award-winning culture that has fostered a spirit of collaboration and trust for over 100 years. To its clients, the firm delivers concepts, processes, and outcomes that are designed for success. RK&K has earned its reputation as a trusted partner, responsive employer, and community steward.
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