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We are seeking a dynamic and passionate engineer to join the SPR Engineering Team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to perform various level engineering activities for planning, research, study, design, construction, modification and maintenance, operation, and optimization of wastewater treatment facilities or entry-level engineering activities for SPR’s Engineering Division.

Reports to: Engineering Supervisor

Direct Reports: None

• Aligning and demonstrating SPR’s organizational vision, mission, and values.
• Following the SPR Safe Program – policies, required trainings, and overall engagement.
• Upholding fiscal responsibility through SPR’s Procurement Policy and procedures.
• Continuously improving the efficiency and effectiveness of the service or product being delivered.
• Valuing diversity; demonstrating an awareness of differences; demonstrating sensitivity and adapting behaviors and communication to accommodate these differences.

• Performs specific portions of complex engineering assignments under the direction of more experienced staff. Collects, analyzes, and makes recommendations concerning technical engineering data.
• Performs basic engineering calculations, analysis, and modeling.
• Reviews existing drawings, plans, and specifications for new facilities and construction as assigned.
• Inspect and track construction projects and coordinate activities and information as needed.
• Assists in the collection and analysis of wastewater samples for pilot research and optimization. Interprets lab results and data for projects.
• Prepares presentations, written memoranda, reports, and specifications.

• Collaborate: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. 
  • Works cooperatively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives.
  • Represents own interests while being fair to others and their areas.
  • Partners with others to accomplish work goals.
  • Credits others for their contributions and accomplishments.
  • Gains trust and support of others.
• Communicate Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding or the unique needs of different audiences. 
  • Effective in a variety of communication settings: one-on-one, small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels.
  • Attentively listens to others.
  • Adjusts to fit the audience and the message.
  • Provides timely and helpful information to others across the organization.
  • Encourages the open expression of diverse ideas and opinions.
• Nimble Learning: Actively learning through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder. 
  • Develops and maintains an innovation and continuous improvement mindset.
  • Learns quickly when facing new situations.
  • Experiments to find new solutions.
  • Takes on the challenge of unfamiliar tasks.
  • Extracts lessons learned from failures and mistakes.
• Resilient: Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations. 
  • Confident under pressure.
  • Handles and manages crises effectively.
  • Maintains a positive attitude despite adversity.
  • Bounces back from setbacks.
  • Grows from hardships and negative experiences.
• Self-Awareness: Using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses. 
  • Reflects on activities and impact on others.
  • Open to criticism and talking about shortcomings.
  • Proactively seeks feedback without being defensive.
  • Admits mistakes and gains insight from experiences.
  • Knows strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and limits.

• Performs specific portions of complex engineering assignments under the direction of more experienced staff. Collects, analyzes, and makes recommendations concerning technical engineering data.
• Performs basic engineering calculations, analysis, and modeling.
• Reviews existing drawings, plans, and specifications for new facilities and construction as assigned.
• Inspect and track construction projects and coordinate activities and information as needed.
• Assists in the collection and analysis of wastewater samples for pilot research and optimization. Interprets lab results and data for projects.
• Prepares presentations, written memoranda, reports, and specifications.

• Collaborate: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. 
  • Works cooperatively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives.
  • Represents own interests while being fair to others and their areas.
  • Partners with others to accomplish work goals.
  • Credits others for their contributions and accomplishments.
  • Gains trust and support of others.
• Communicate Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. 
  • Effective in a variety of communication settings: one-on-one, small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels.
  • Attentively listens to others.
  • Adjusts to fit the audience and the message.
  • Provides timely and helpful information to others across the organization.
  • Encourages the open expression of diverse ideas and opinions.

• Nimble Learning: Actively learning through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder. 
  • Learns quickly when facing new situations.
  • Experiments to find new solutions.
  • Takes on the challenge of unfamiliar tasks.
  • Extracts lessons learned from failures and mistakes.
• Resilient: Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations. 
  • Confident under pressure.
  • Handles and manages crises effectively.
  • Maintains a positive attitude despite adversity.
  • Bounces back from setbacks.
  • Grows from hardships and negative experiences.
• Self-Awareness: Using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses. 
  • Reflects on activities and impact on others.
  • Open to criticism and talking about shortcomings.
  • Proactively seeks feedback without being defensive.
  • Admits mistakes and gains insight from experiences.
  • Knows strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and limits.
  • Manages time and schedule effectively.

The listed examples of work are not intended to be all-inclusive. They may be modified with additions, deletions, or changes as necessary. Performs other duties as assigned and required.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, mechanical, chemical, or environmental engineering. 
• No minimum experience.
• Engineer Intern (EI) certification or ability to acquire within six (6) months of start date.
• Basic knowledge of engineering principles, practices, methods and standards.
• Basic knowledge of wastewater treatment.

• Computer skills required to work with Microsoft Office, Adobe, Bluebeam Revu, artificial intelligence tools, and hydraulic modeling software.

• Ability to conduct field work including, piloting, sampling, construction inspection, and other duties as assigned.

• Good verbal and written communication skills to maintain effective working relationships with internal and external project stakeholders and colleagues, support meeting participation, and prepare emails, presentations, and technical memoranda.

• Bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, chemical, or environmental engineering.
• Three (3) years of minimum engineering experience.
• Engineer Intern (EI) certification.
• Intermediate knowledge of engineering principles, practices, methods, and standards.
• Intermediate knowledge of wastewater treatment.
• Computer skills required to work with Microsoft Office, Adobe, Bluebeam Revu, artificial intelligence tools, and hydraulic modeling software.
• Ability to conduct field work including, piloting, sampling, construction inspection, and other duties as assigned.

• Good verbal and written communication skills to maintain effective working relationships with internal and external project stakeholders and colleagues, support meeting participation, and prepare emails, presentations, and technical memoranda.

• Valid Colorado driver's license and a clear or acceptable MVR.

*An equivalent combination of education, training and relevant job experience may be substituted.

Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

Encounters with hazardous conditions (including electrical currents, heavy equipment, fumes, bodily fluids, extreme temperatures, threatening behaviors, inadequate lighting, restricted movement, or intense noise) is Infrequent (1-10% of Time).

• $72,512 - $108,768/Annual Salary

• $79,928- $119,892/Annual Salary

The City of Englewood offers a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Retirement Plans
• Paid Time Off 
• Paid Sick Leave 
• 12 Paid Holidays 

More information about our benefits can be found here 

Open until filled.