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HR Green, Inc.

Lead Engineer - Wastewater

Sarasota, FL · On-site

$95K - $125K/yr

... agent of the company. * Possess strong technical verbal and technical writing skills and be able to read technical literature and engineering plans. Strong communication skills in a mix of audiences.

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Research Engineer - Agent Memory

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$175K - $250K/yr

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Read, reproduce, and implement research : quickly prototype paper ideas, benchmark against ... Deep familiarity with memory/retrieval literature or prior work on memory systems. * Expertise with ...

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Applied AI Researcher (Dublin, CA)

Dublin, CA · On-site

... accelerate literature review, ablation studies, and mathematical analysis * Go broad: span ... You write code others can read, test, and extend. Fluent with Git and collaborative development ...

HR Green

Lead Engineer - Water/Wastewater

Houston, TX · On-site

$76K - $104K/yr

... agent of the company to sign engineering documents. * Possess strong technical verbal and technical writing skills and be able to read technical literature and engineering plans. * Capable of ...

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How much do literary agent reader jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for literary agent reader in the United States is $19.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $21.63 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a literary agent reader?

A Literary Agent Reader evaluates manuscript submissions for a literary agency, assessing their quality, market potential, and fit for the agency. They provide written reports or coverage summarizing strengths, weaknesses, and suitability for representation. Readers help agents identify promising manuscripts but typically do not communicate directly with authors. This role is often freelance or entry-level, serving as a stepping stone to higher positions in publishing. Strong analytical skills and knowledge of market trends are essential for success.

What does a literary agent reader do?

A typical day for a Literary Agent Reader involves reviewing submitted manuscripts, queries, or sample chapters to assess their suitability for representation. Readers write detailed reports or coverage, outlining the strengths, weaknesses, and market potential of each submission, and often meet with literary agents to discuss promising finds. While much of the work is independent and requires focused reading, collaboration with agents and occasional communication with authors or editors may also be part of the job. Many readers work remotely or on a freelance basis, managing their own schedules to meet submission deadlines. This role offers valuable exposure to the publishing industry and can serve as a stepping stone to more advanced positions within literary agencies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the literary agent reader position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Literary Agent Reader, you need a strong background in literary analysis, excellent reading comprehension, and a keen understanding of market trends in publishing, often supported by a degree in English, literature, or a related field. Familiarity with manuscript tracking software, digital document management systems, and standard submission protocols is often required. Strong communication skills, professionalism, and the ability to provide constructive feedback help candidates excel in this position. These abilities are crucial because the role involves evaluating a high volume of submissions quickly and effectively, helping literary agents identify promising manuscripts and authors.

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Lead Engineer - Wastewater

HR Green, Inc.

Sarasota, FL • On-site

$95K - $125K/yr

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Re-posted 23 days ago

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Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Join our team! Our mission is BUILDING COMMUNITIES. IMPROVING LIVES. With a history spanning over 110 years, HR Green has consistently delivered on this mission, establishing alike. Each day, we work to find solutions that inspire our employees and fit our clients' needs to build trust to exceed their expectations. Our people are the heart of our success. We've earned national recognition, including being named a Great Place to Work and consistently ranking on Engineering News Record's Top 500 Design Firms in the United States and we're still growing!
Summary
We are hiring a Project Engineer/Lead Engineer on our Water/Wastewater Team! This is a great opportunity for a motivated engineer who is interested in working with a dynamic team on a wide range of projects in our Sarasota, FL office, while mentoring junior team members and ensuring technical success of our projects. This person would be developing a strong understanding of the Client utility and treatment needs that would position them well for long-term relations and success with our Clients.
You will be working side-by-side with a team of knowledgeable engineers and professionals in an environment that fosters collaboration and career development. If you are looking to work with a company that will provide mentorship, technical guidance and comradery, client facing opportunities, and involvement in professional organizations, then read on to discover more about this exciting opportunity!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • As an individual contributor, uses professional judgment to direct and independently complete assigned engineering designs.
  • Understanding client needs acting as a project/lead engineer to assign tasks and schedules to Staff Engineers, Project Engineers and other project team members, while answering questions and monitoring progress.
  • Demonstrated history of organization and responsiveness.
  • Checks the accuracy (formal and informal QA/QC) of assigned tasks completed by other engineering and technical staff.
  • Makes design decisions that meet the needs of external customers while coordinating the impact of such decisions on related project efforts.
  • Pro-actively identifies technical, schedule or financial issues and seeks resolution from the team and/or the client, as appropriate to the situation.
  • Assists the Client in bidding or contractor selection if authorized by the Client.
  • Monitors construction and supervises field personnel assigned to a task, data collection or a specific project.
  • Responds to contractor questions and issues and prepares and issues project addenda as needed.
  • Recommends and prepares change orders.
  • Participates in the creation of engineering services proposals, including the calculation/estimation of time schedules and costs of the proposed work.

Education and Experience
  • Must have a bachelor's or master's degree in engineering and either be professionally registered (P.E.) in Florida (or have the ability to obtain such registration within six months of employment). Must possess five or more years of design/engineering experience and a demonstrated ability to act as an authorized agent of the company.
  • Possess strong technical verbal and technical writing skills and be able to read technical literature and engineering plans. Strong communication skills in a mix of audiences.
  • Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills and be able to apply professional knowledge to the solution of both routine and non-routine tasks and engineering activities.
  • Previous water/wastewater experience required.

Benefits
Not only does HR Green provide you with a place to grow, thrive, and enjoy your work, but we are also dedicated to delivering a comprehensive and multi-faceted benefits package. Visit our website for detailed total rewards information.
HR Green is proud to be an affirmative action/ equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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