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Summary

We are seeking a Staff Engineer join our Water business line in Houston! This is a great opportunity for an E.I.T. who is interested in working with a dynamic team on a wide range of projects for our Water-Wastewater Team. We specialize in providing planning, design, and construction phase engineering services on a wide range of projects, including improvements to wastewater treatment plants, wastewater collection systems, drinking water plants, and water distribution systems.

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

• Performs design work on a variety of projects using relevant office software, modeling and/or computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) technology.
• Completes calculations using engineering formulas and skills and/or utilizes computers in order to solve problems.
• Prepares specification materials through the use of research and manufacturing catalogs to specify materials, installation, inspection and payment of items specific to a project.
• Performs research and writes objective summary reports which are used in the completion of project work or inspection.
• Assists in the preparation of engineering and construction cost estimates.
• Completes field observation, inspection and data collection duties as directed by senior engineering staff.
• Communicates with clients, staff and internal design teams as directed by senior engineering staff.

Education and Experience

• A candidate with a Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited four-year or graduate engineering university in relevant discipline
• Possession of Engineer-In-Training certification or ability to obtain within six (6) months
• Recently graduated students are welcome to apply!
• A candidate with proficient knowledge of office software (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Ideally, familiarity with AutoCAD or other relevant design software.
• Possesses technical verbal and writing skills.
• Must be able to prepare, read and interpret technical literature and engineering plans.
• Capable of correctly operating technical analysis equipment and computer equipment.
• Demonstrate analytical and problem-solving skills and be able to apply engineering knowledge toward solving assigned tasks and engineering activities.
• Prior water/wastewater experience helpful

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.

https://www.hrgreen.com/careers/benefits/

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.