Principal - Water/Wastewater Engineer

Job Description

Hazen is seeking a qualified and experienced Principal Engineer to support the planning, design and construction of water and wastewater facility infrastructure. Candidates must have 6 to 12 years of relevant municipal water/wastewater design and construction experience.

The position will include a wide range of projects to include planning, design, permitting, and construction of structures in the ‘water space’ (i.e. drinking water, wastewater, water resources, conveyance). Plans, develops, coordinates, and directs small projects or parts of large projects. Supervises, coordinates, and reviews the work of engineers and technicians. Estimates manpower needs and schedules. Client development, project management, technical leadership and staff mentoring opportunities will be possible for the selected individual across Hazen’s Northeast businesses. Primary focus will be projects in Upstate NY and the northeast. Fieldwork and site visits from planning through construction may be required with occasional travel.

Responsibilities:

Technical Engineering Leadership.

Staff Development.

Opportunities:

Business Development

Project Management

Minimum Qualifications:

8 - 12 years’ experience in the water/wastewater field.

Experience in successfully delivering projects with collaborative, multi-disciplinary teams.

Experience in planning, design, and construction for municipal water and wastewater treatment facilities.

Proficient in all MS Office based computer software.

Excellent writing, communication, and interpersonal skills, and capable of interacting effectively with staff, clients, and regulatory agencies.

Self-starter with attention to detail.

Strong organizational skills.

A current PE license is required (NY preferred or ability to obtain reciprocity within six months of employment).

Educational Requirements:

BS degree in Civil, Environmental, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering. (MS or MEng preferred)

We provide a comprehensive benefits package which includes employer paid life insurance, 401k employer contribution (after 1 year of service), performance bonus, comprehensive family medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, holidays, short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave (after 1 year of service), employee assistance and wellness programs. Typical starting pay range for this position depends on skills, experience, education and geographical location.

Full-time