Associate Engineer Water Treatment

Wylie, TX, USA Req #1339
Monday, December 23, 2024
North Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) provides vital wholesale water, wastewater and solid waste management services to more than two million people who call North Texas their home.  Our culture is deeply ingrained in our core values of Integrity, Trust, Respect, Unity, Service, and Teamwork (ITRUST).  Our employees will tell you they feel a sense of purpose and have a daily opportunity to make a positive impact on the cities we serve by helping to provide services that their residents and businesses need to thrive.  We offer an array of excellent benefits, including comprehensive health and wellness packages, generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, and a robust pension plan to help secure our employees’ financial future.  If you are looking for a rewarding, long-term career where you can make a meaningful impact on the North Texas region, look no further than NTMWD!

Associate Engineer Water Treatment 

Section 1 – Position Summary

At NTMWD, the Associate Engineer is responsible for the delivery of water and wastewater projects. This role offers an early career professional an opportunity to be the project leader on water and wastewater treatment or conveyance projects typically ranging from $5M to $50M. The Associate Engineer position offers an opportunity to develop your engineering and project management skills under the guidance of Project Engineers and Engineering Program Managers. As the entry level position in the Engineering Department, you would be the future of the organization and have the opportunity for professional development that is rewarded with potential promotional opportunities based on professional achievements such as licensure and also tenure with the organization.

Section 2 – Major Responsibilities

  1. Perform role of project leader for design and construction of major water and wastewater projects
  2. Reviews design plans and specifications for completeness and accuracy. 
  3. Maintains project records including correspondence, reports, design documents, schedule and project cost updates. 
  4. Participates in project design review meetings and in construction progress meetings. 
  5. Manage construction project delivery with focus on project schedule and cost control. 
  6. Coordinates project impacts with Operations and assists with tie-ins and facility shutdowns. 
  7. Manages completion of project including start-up, testing, and commissioning and review of final record drawings.

Section 3 – Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office Suite of products including Word, Excel and Powerpoint. Prior experience or familiarity with scheduling, modeling software, and design software platforms such as Autocad preferred.

Section 4 – Education and Experience

  1. Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field received from an accredited college or university
  2. Passing score on NCEES FE exam or ability to obtain within 6 months. 
  3. Experience utilizing engineering design and project management software. 
  4. Requires a valid Texas Driver’s License. 
  5. Prior experience with water treatment processes is strongly preferred.

Section 5 – Environmental Factors, Activity Levels and Equipment

Moderate physical labor and considerable mental attention required with some eyestrain. Generally desirable conditions with some outside visits to work-sites with varying environmental conditions. Considerable time can be spent working with and viewing a computer screen. Considerable time viewing plans, specifications and reading reports and correspondence. Time will be spent at construction sites, traversing rough terrain, climbing stairs and ladders to access structures. Equipment used includes calculators, computers and some field survey equipment

Thank you for considering a career with us!  We value diversity, equal opportunity, and a positive work environment.  We are committed to providing a rewarding and fulfilling career with opportunities for growth and development.  If you are passionate about making a difference and contributing to a dynamic and growing organization, we want to hear from you.  Apply today and let’s explore the potential of working together to provide affordable, safe and reliable water, wastewater, and solid waste management services to the North Texas region.

Other details

  • Pay Type Salary
  • Min Hiring Rate $67,183.00
  • Max Hiring Rate $99,432.00
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