Project Engineer I
| Company | Essential Utilities |
|---|---|
| Location | Ardmore, PA, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | Bachelor’s |
| Experience Level | Mid Level |
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering with a concentration in water/wastewater preferred
- Must have or obtain an Engineer in Training certificate within two years of employment
- A minimum of 3 years related experience, preferably in water and wastewater
- Valid U.S Driver’s license
Responsibilities
- Supports the new wastewater and water customer acquisition process by analyzing and finding solutions to new service connection requirements. Supports the transition of new acquisitions into the Aqua Capital plan.
- Reviews proposed utility plans submitted by 3rd parties and ensures proposed water and wastewater assets are specified per Aqua engineering standards.
- Works with Aqua Engineering planning teams to ensure new growth throughout Aqua’s territories is evaluated wholistically for short- and long-term capacity requirements
- Prepares regulatory reports including, but not limited, to PADEP Chapter 94 Municipal Wasteload Management Reports and Act 537 Planning modules and studies. Supervises and/or prepares permit applications for assigned projects.
- Assists in the preparation of cost estimates for capital budget planning.
- Utilizes the company’s financial Information System and capital budget system for project authorization and project tracking.
- Prepares planning studies and reports to guide management in future system needs and improvements.
- Articulates technical problems, design issues and potential solutions well and in layman’s terms to business, engineering, and operating teams as well as external organizations and customers.
- Negotiates easements and supervises preparation of descriptions.
- Assists with other tasks or projects as assigned
Preferred Qualifications
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Strong interpersonal skills, (tact, diplomacy, persuasion, cooperation, and the ability to motivate others.
- Highly proficient with Microsoft office applications, in particular, Excel Word, and PowerPoint
- Ability to work well under pressure and to effectively coordinate and keep track of multiple projects
- Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- A team player able to work effectively in a team fostered multi-tasking environment
- Familiarity with PA Department of Environmental Protection regulations and permitting process