Staff Engineer Water Resources

Souder, Miller & Associates is recruiting for a Staff Engineer I-III for our Water/Wastewater Tech Sector. The position is located in our Farmington, NM office. Staff Engineer I-III assists with projects by performing the duties related to successfully completing and delivering a project. Projects will include planning, design, and construction observation of water distribution systems, wells, pump stations, wastewater collection systems, lift stations, and simple treatment systems. Assignments typically include field and office duties, working on teams and independently. New and varied assignments may be made frequently, requiring flexibility in travel, self-directed learning skills, and heightened social interaction. Field assignments can be frequent, and duration can extend beyond one week.

Responsibilities

Develop and apply foundational engineering skills using established procedures, criteria, and technical standards; Collect data, perform standard computations and analysis, and prepare drawings, visual aids, and technical documentation; Support preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, permits, scopes of work, schedules, and cost estimates; Assist with client communication, project coordination, meetings, and field investigations, including occasional overnight travel; Provide construction observation and onsite project representation for assigned water/wastewater projects; Coordinate fieldwork with staff and subcontractors and provide directions to technicians or project support personnel as needed; Complete assigned quality system tasks, follow document review requirements, and help manage technical risk and potential liabilities; Demonstrate increasing independence, sound professional judgment, ethical responsibility, and the ability to seek guidance when needed

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate engineering or science; Minimum 1-6 years of experience required post-graduation preferred; In-training certificate or similar, as appropriate; Should actively pursue professional registration and/or certification; Must have a valid driver's license and be able to pass drug tests; Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship; Travel up to 25%; Must be able and willing to frequently lift and/or move 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Nice to have

Post-graduation experience

Benefits

Health insurance; Dental insurance; Vision insurance; 401K Retirement Plan; Employee Stock Options (ESOP); Life/ADD Insurance; Short & Long-Term Disability; Voluntary Insurance; Flexible Spending Account; Dependent Care; Paid Time Off; Flexible work schedules; Wellness programs; Tuition/Student Loan reimbursement program; Professional dues; Opportunities for advancement