Water/Wastewater Engineer

Eastern Research Group

Washington, DC

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Communication Skills, Community Support, Consulting, Cross-Functional, Data Collection, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Impact, Establish Priorities, Funding, Health Economics, Life Insurance, Needs Assessment, Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Professional Engineer, Project Design, Public Health, Regulations, Technical Writing, Water Quality Analysis, Water Treatment, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Washington, DC
POSTED
2 days ago

ERG is a research and consulting firm that provides a wide range of support to federal, state, and commercial clients. ERG offers multidisciplinary teams with nationally recognized skills in engineering, science, economics, public health, informational technology, and communications. We hire people with the best minds and then provide them with a vibrant and flexible environment in which to develop their careers. The qualified individual must be highly motivated with the skills to prioritize, perform, and communicate effectively in a fast‑paced environment.ERG is seeking an experienced, highly motivated Water/Wastewater Engineer to lead and support a range of water infrastructure projects. In this role, you will work directly with communities across the country to assess infrastructure needs, develop solutions, and secure funding for critical projects. Your efforts will help communities address essential challenges in providing safe, clean drinking water and safeguarding water quality.Independently assess community water and wastewater infrastructure needs and identify practical, cost‑effective solutionsDevelop clear, well‑organized planning documents and technical reports, including Preliminary Engineering Reports (PERs)Prepare preliminary and detailed project designs that municipalities can use to secure infrastructure fundingLead meetings with community stakeholders to gather information, present recommendations, and foster project support and engagementDepending on your experience and expertise, contribute to additional project areas, such as evaluating and promoting innovative water and wastewater treatment technologies, analyzing the design, cost, and environmental impacts of infrastructure projects, or supporting other related technical initiativesQualifications and Skills:Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental EngineeringProfessional Engineer (PE) license in at least one U.S. state, or the ability and commitment to obtain a PE license within 12 months of hire5+ years of relevant experience in municipal water or wastewater system planning and design, with exposure to a variety of treatment systems; experience with funding, financing, and governance frameworks for Capital Improvement Programs is a plusWillingness and ability to travel as needed to support community projectsStrong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical information to diverse stakeholdersERG offers competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, life insurance, long‑term disability, educational benefits, FSAs, a generous 401k plan, profit sharing, an EAP, 11‑20 paid vacation days per year, 10 paid holidays per year, 56 hours or more of sick leave (based on the state you work in) per year (pro‑rated for part‑time) and more. The salary range for all positions depends on the years and type of experience. ERG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable EEOC regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual preference, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you're a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access ERG's online application process as a result of your disability. To request accommodation, please contact Human Resources via email at Resumes-Lex@erg.com or call (781) 674‑7293.ERG fosters a friendly, flexible work environment. ERGers are dedicated to serving clients who are committed to making the world a better place. We promote and recognize principles of fairness and respect in the work we do, the partnerships we foster, and the culture we value both within and outside of our organization.Helping all candidates find great careers is our goal. The information you provide here is secure and confidential.We are now directing you to the original job posting. Please apply directly for this job at the employer's website.#J-18808-Ljbffr

About the Company

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Eastern Research Group

Helping our clients protect the environment, improve worker health and safety, ensure the safety of food and drugs, plan sustainable facilities, and achieve other positive outcomes. ERG offer's an atmosphere of respect, where everyone at all levels is treated with kindness and compassion. How does this work? We look for people with similar goals, skills, and dedication to client service. We look for people who embrace our collaborative philosophy. In this atmosphere, our employees can develop, grow, and diversify their skills. They can participate on project teams that pull together different specialties and strengths to meet specific client needs. One key result of this philosophy is that we have very low turnover of staff. The atmosphere of respect that we apply internally extends in equal measure to client relationships. We listen to and learn about our clients’ goals. We develop and implement practical, cost-effective plans to meet those goals. And we make ourselves available and responsive to changing needs and priorities.
COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Engineering Services
WEBSITE
http://www.erg.com/jobs