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Civil Engineer, Water/Wastewater

Alexandria, VA • On-site


Michael Baker International, Inc.
Real Estate • 5 - 10K employees

9.1

Company rating: 9.1 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

40th of 450 rated engineering

Great coworkers

People enjoy working here

Good employer


$98K - $115K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


Job description


What We're Looking For:
Michael Baker International is actively seeking a Water/Wastewater Engineer to join our Northern Virginia office. You'll be a part of our team of talented engineers working on a variety of water, wastewater, stormwater and municipal infrastructure projects that include planning, design, engineering and construction support, with a focus on pipelines, pump stations, metering/flow control facilities, storage tanks, utility relocations, stormwater systems, etc.
What You'll Do:
  • Prepare design calculations, drawings, and specifications for water distribution/transmission and wastewater collection and conveyance systems (e.g. pump stations, pipelines, storage tanks) and stormwater systems.
  • Research products and materials and conduct technical evaluations to support planning and design as it relates to water and wastewater conveyance systems.
  • Assist with preparation of technical memoranda, studies, engineering reports, quantity takeoffs, and cost estimates, etc.
  • Perform hydraulic modeling of water and sewer systems.
  • Support construction by reviewing shop drawings for conformance to contract documents
  • Assist with technical proposals during the pursuit of key projects.
  • Communicate effectively and coordinate with project teams including other disciplines (cost estimators, GIS, designers, surveyors, and other engineers).
  • Work with senior Project Engineers and Managers who will guide you in the development of project documents.
  • Support and mentor junior staff (EITs and technicians) on effective project delivery and best practices.

What You'll Need to Succeed:
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or other related engineering discipline
  • 4+ years of water resources engineering experience
  • Virginia Professional Engineer (P.E.) License or ability to obtain within 6 months
  • Demonstrated ability to lead an engineering project team including staff development.
  • Must demonstrate excellent speaking, oral, and written communication skills
  • Knowledgeable in AutoCAD and Civil 3D

Compensation:
The approximate compensation range for this position is $98,000 - $115,000 per year. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.
Why Choose Us:
  • Medical, dental, vision insurance
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
  • Professional and personal development
  • Generous paid time off
  • Commuter and wellness benefits

About Us
Michael Baker International, a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management, has been solving some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges for more than 85 years with a legacy of expertise, experience, innovation and integrity.
Based in Pittsburgh and with over 100 offices nationwide, we partner with clients on everything from roads, bridges, tunnels, mass transit, and airports, to water treatment plants, arctic oil pipelines, environmental restoration and specialized overseas construction. We serve as a trusted adviser to the communities we serve, making them safer, more accessible, more sustainable and more prosperous.
We provide visionary leadership in facilitating transformational change for our clients. Our work delivers differentiating innovations and dedicated experts who challenge the status quo and share a world of diverse experience and an impassioned entrepreneurial spirit. We deliver quality of life.
We Make a Difference.
Michael Baker International is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Michael Baker International provides equal employment opportunity for all persons, in all facets of employment. Michael Baker International maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply for any open position for which they feel they are qualified and all will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy or childbirth, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other legally protected status.
EEO is the Law. Applicants to and employees of Michael Baker International are protected under Federal law from discrimination.
*It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
*There is no current application deadline. Michael Baker will continue to accept applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or no longer needed.
About the Team
WATER RESOURCES PRACTICE
Michael Baker International's Water Group provides innovative consulting, planning and engineering solutions for the entire spectrum of the water cycle. We have proven experience in providing a full range of professional services from scientific and technical analysis, concept through design, and construction support services. Protection and management of water resources starts at the watershed level and follows the movement of water through urban and agricultural areas, streams, lakes and reservoirs, water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, and water/wastewater treatment plants.


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