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Drinking Water Engineer

Drinking Water Engineer

FacetBurlington, WA, US
14 days ago
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  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $88,500 to $127,000

Join Our Facet Team

Facet is a fast-growing energetic civil and structural engineering and environmental consulting firm with six offices in Washington. We are engineers, scientists, arborists, landscape architects, planners, and more, with decades of experience working throughout the PNW and the nation.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Drinking Water Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, designing, and improving potable water systems. Completed projects will ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards, support community goals, and ensure the continued operation of the system into the future. This role requires a strong technical background, excellent project management skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate will be working in our Whidbey Island or Mount Vernon offices.

Primary Responsibilities

Project Design and Management :

  • Develop detailed engineering designs for water supply, treatment, storage, pumping, distribution, control systems, and monitoring equipment
  • Conduct hydraulic analyses to support distribution piping configuration, pump requirements, and project layout
  • Select appropriate treatment methodologies to address identified drinking water contaminants
  • Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful project delivery
  • Coordinate with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies to facilitate project approvals and implementation

Technical Analysis and Reports :

  • Perform water system assessments and data collection, for project feasibility studies
  • Prepare technical reports, design documents, and regulatory permit applications
  • Prepare preliminary engineering reports and costs estimates to support loan applications
  • Prepare project plans, specifications, cost estimates, and schedules
  • Prepare source approval reports to support the addition of new groundwater sources
  • Prepare planning documents to support the long-term operation and viability of the water system
  • Assess equipment condition and develop a replacement schedule with costs
  • Analyze and interpret water quality data, past water usage and system demands to determine a water system capacity limit
  • Conduct field inspections, assessments, and testing during construction to ensure compliance with design specifications, installation requirements, and regulatory requirements
  • Regulatory Compliance and Standards :

  • Ensure project designs and implementations comply with federal, state, and local regulations and standards. Projects may involve review by Washington State. Department of Health, Department of Ecology, local health jurisdictions, and local permitting for the installation of facilities.
  • Stay updated on industry best practices, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes
  • Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers, water system operators, and other team members
  • Collaboration and Communication :

  • Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including hydrogeologists, geologists, electrical / mechanical engineers, environmental scientists, ecologists, planners, and water system operators
  • Communicate effectively with clients, stakeholders, regulatory staff, financing agencies, and team members to ensure project objectives are met
  • Communicate effectively with installation contractors, equipment suppliers, and water system operators to understand project needs and ensure completed project is functional and easy to maintain
  • Participate in public meetings and presentations to communicate project goals and progress to community members and stakeholders
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in civil engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, environmental engineering, or a related field
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
  • 3+ years of experience in drinking water engineering required
  • Proficiency in engineering software, such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, EPANet, Water CAD, or similar tools
  • Strong understanding of hydraulics, and water quality principles
  • Excellent project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
  • Benefits

  • Competitive salary with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
  • Generous Paid Time Off (vacation and sick)
  • 7 fixed holidays and 2 floating holidays
  • Fully paid employee medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Employer paid for dependents medical, dental and vision paid at 60%
  • Choice of a traditional copay plan or High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings account (HSA)
  • Facet fully funds HSAs to the IRS maximum ($4300 for individuals and $8550 for families) for employees selecting the HDHP with HSA
  • $300 annual fitness benefit
  • $100,000 employer paid life insurance
  • Employer paid for long-term and short-term disability
  • Voluntary plans include additional group life, accident, hospitalization, and serious illness
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company matching 4.5%
  • Equal Opportunity Employer :

    Facet is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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