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Charleston Water System · 2 hours ago

Associate Project Engineer - ERD (26-003)

Charleston, SC

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$30/hr - $47/hr

Charleston Water System is seeking an Associate Project Engineer to provide direction, engineering knowledge, and technical support for wastewater system operations and improvements. The role involves supervising construction projects, providing technical assistance to contractors, and preparing various reports related to the wastewater treatment facility.

Government

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Provides direction, engineering, construction knowledge, and technical support with the development, organization, and execution of wastewater system operations and improvements

Provides technical assistance to contractors, work crews, etc. with the installation and maintenance of the wastewater treatment facility

Locate valves, mains, services, leaks, etc., in the field using technical plans and electronic/mechanical detection equipment to assist contractors, CWS crews, engineering services, locating services, etc

Obtain data for organizing, processing, and updating as-built plans, operations and maintenance manuals, maps, record databases, project files, extensions, etc., from available sources, i.e. records, field and office investigation, historical plans, contractor plans, other utility companies, etc

Investigates and prepares cost estimates, contracts and utility agreements for feasibility studies, construction projects, system improvement projects, etc

Analyze system problems derived from flow tests, inspection reports, etc. and produce appropriate solutions

Schedules, manages, and inspects construction projects to ensure construction is executed properly, safety practices are followed, and specifications are met

Originates, maintains, and completes all project files and associated paperwork through project completion

Prepares departmental annual and periodic reports, projection reports, feasibility studies, Standard Operating Instructions (SOI’s), procedural activities, etc

Performs, evaluates, and composes technical reports on pilot studies to implement new procedures in the department

Review as-built drawings from contractors for operational completeness

Analyzes detailed technical reports

May be required to work during emergency conditions

Regular attendance is required

Job performance must conform to all CWS policies and procedures

Specific knowledge of CWS Environmental Management System Policy and Procedures

Become proficient with Autodesk software to update and implement tracking of as-builts for the wastewater treatment facility

Performs Engineering calculations to analyze existing and proposed wastewater treatment processes, to locate and solve existing deficiencies, and for the design of pipe works and process improvements

Must be willing to gain experience in contract management

Must possess good oral and written communication skills

Receive incoming work requests; assign tasks and set specific goals and deadlines

Subject to 24-hour on-call

Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Civil EngineeringWastewater TreatmentAutodesk SoftwareEngineering CalculationsContract ManagementTechnical ReportingDrafting EquipmentSurveying EquipmentMicrosoft OfficeOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills

Required

B.S. Degree in Engineering from an accredited program with a focus on Civil or Industrial Engineering or a related field associated with water and wastewater distribution and collection systems or treatment systems, environmental engineering, or water resources

Ability and skill in the use of drafting and surveying equipment

Must possess a working knowledge of engineering principles and practices within the Civil/Industrial Engineering field

Ability to read and comprehend detailed technical reports

Involved in detailed maintenance work with increasing responsibility and technical involvement

Must have detailed knowledge of maintenance procedures and best industry practices

Organizational skills to determine optimum use of labor and materials resources

Extensive knowledge of principles, methods, standards, tools, and test equipment used in carrying out maintenance efforts, with the ability to evaluate costs and procedures and make recommendations on effective solutions

Specialized computer and software skills; proficient in the use of computers for office tasks

Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Autodesk AEC Collection, as well as other software programs

Must possess good planning and organizational skills

Prior work record indicating dependability and conscientiousness

“B” level Biological Wastewater Operator's License within 24 months of hire

Valid South Carolina Driver's License required