Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer and Team Lead
- Water
- Atlanta
Are you ready to take the next step in your career?
Apply for this roleThis vacancy has now expired. Please see similar roles below...
Atkins has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy.
Atkins seeks an energetic and highly motivated self-starter to join our Atlanta, GA Office as a Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer and Team Lead.
MAJOR FUNCTION/ROLE
The Senior Engineer/Team Lead will lead and support staff performing work for public works agencies in the Atlanta Metro and surrounding areas, including planning and engineering design in water and wastewater infrastructure with a focus on water and wastewater treatment facilities. The candidate must demonstrate experience in the process and/or mechanical deisgn of treatment works with the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in the scucesfful evaluation, planning, design, and execution of treatment infrastructure. In addition, the candidate must have a desire to be hands-on involved in the mentoring and development of the team with a focus on junior and mid-level staff.
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and be able to effectively carry out designs, work with diverse specialties and also be able to supervise a team of mid- and entry-level engineers and designers. Effective organizational and interpersonal skills are essential.
Executes complex assignments relating to planning, designing and preparing plans related to water and wastewater infrastructure including collection and transmission pipelines; pump stations; and water and wastewater treatment systems.
JOB DUTIES
- As an Senior Water/Wastewater Engineer, the candidate will apply standard engineering practices and techniques which may include the following:
- Developing Technical Engineering Documents including Reports, Specifications, Permits, Cost
- Estimates, Quantities, and Construction Plans
- Participating in conducting engineering investigations and planning work by completing well-defined tasks. These tasks may include collection and analysis of data using established procedures, performance of routine calculations, and participation in evaluating the feasibility of alternate solutions
- Performing data acquisition and analysis, researching the feasibility of alternative design approaches, site conditions, and/or regulatory agency specifications or regulations
- Organizing and performing engineering assessments, investigations and planning work
- Assisting with the preparation of hydraulic calculations with an emphasis on both pressure and gravity flow pipeline networks
- Performing quality control, maintaining quality standards in work produced, checking computations or reviews design drawings
- Preparing material for reports and permit applications, gathering information, writing rough outline, and/or preparing work progression documents and graphic presentations
- Preparing outlines, reports and/or assigned sections of reports
- Preparing outlines, presentations and/or assigned sections of presentations
- Performing field observations of construction procedures where appropriate
- Supporting the design and development of plans and drawings, including development of preliminary layouts and/or final drawings
- Contributing to the development of specifications and permit applications, and writing miscellaneous reports
- Coordinating with other disciplines as required
- Performing such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary
- Upholding engineering ethics and professional standards of conduct
- Work closely with other units of the company to develop marketing and business development strategies to target client and business opportunities in the Atlanta, GA area.
As the Team Lead for our Atlanta, Ga office, the candidate would be responsible for office leadership which may include the following:
- Workload forecasting for staff
- Staff hiring, management, retention and development
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- B.S. or M.S. in Engineering. M.S. or graduate level technical coursework preferred. This level may be achieved by Engineers with ten years experience since B.S. or nine years since M.S. Typical incumbent has 15 to 20 years of experience. Specific experience with the design of treatment works with a high level of understanding of process and mechanical engineering. Experience leading small to mid-size teams.
SPECIAL SKILLS
- Excellent interpersonal skills and strong technical writing and communications skills with proficiency in public speaking and presentations are a requirement.
- Active in Professional Organizations preferred (i.e. AWWA, ASCE, WEF, GAWP, etc.).
- Ability to process paper/electronic documents and utilize computer equipment; ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing; ability to visit project sites if necessary. Job also requires ability to plan, prioritize and review project plans and documents, evaluate alternatives, and devise appropriate solutions.
- Process, pump station and treatment plant experience is required.
- PC skills including Microsoft Office is required. Experience with Civil 3D and/or Microstation a plus.
PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS
- P.E. license in GA is required or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- General Competencies expected of all Professionals and Managers are as follows: Client Service, Commitment, Communication, Innovation & Continuous Improvement, Professionalism, Quality, and Teamwork.
Atkins offers its employees a robust rewards package which includes: a competitive salary; a broad benefits package including medical/RX, dental, vision, life, disability, legal, hospitalization and other valuable voluntary options; generous time-off programs; flexible work schedules; 401(k) with employer match; professional and career development opportunities through our corporate university, as well as a highly-regarded tuition reimbursement program; and an unmatched culture focused on client-service, quality, and tireless pursuit of excellence in all we do. Atkins is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability.
Please view Atkins Equal Opportunity Statement here:
http://careers.atkinsglobal.com/File.ashx?path=Root/Documents/north-america-welcome-new-employee/Equal_Opp_Stmt.pdf
Atkins cares about your privacy.
Please consult our Privacy Notice to know more about how we collect, use and transfer your Personal Data.
By submitting your personal information to Atkins, you confirm that you have read and accept our Privacy Notice.
Atkins will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, headhunters, contract recruiters, search firms or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate, Atkins explicitly reserves the right to recruit and hire those candidate(s) at its discretion, and without any financial obligation whatsoever to the recruiter or agency. Any such unsolicited resume or candidate contact information, including those submitted directly to Atkins hiring managers or any other employee, shall become the property of Atkins upon receipt.
AZ
Are you ready to take the next step in your career?
Apply for this rolePreview
USAContent type
BlogsPublish date
05/03/2024
Summary
Robotics, electrification, alternative power sources; not long ago, these phrases would have been little other than the stuff of a good futuristic plotline. Today, they are the forces that are d
Preview
USAContent type
BlogsPublish date
05/03/2024
Summary
Robotics, electrification, alternative power sources; not long ago, these phrases would have been little other than the stuff of a good futuristic plotline. Today, they are the forces that are d
Related job roles
Salary
Location
Montréal
Job Type
Full Time
Career Area
Engineering (Other)
Category
Permanent
Location
Toronto
Montréal
Description
AtkinsRéalis est actuellement à la recherche d’une ingénieure ou d’un ingénieur en structure - Tunnel.A ce poste, vous serez amené à concevoir des tunnels pour les infrastructures de transport, de bar
Reference
R-114656
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
North York
Job Type
Full Time
Career Area
Engineering (Other)
Market
Cities & development
Category
Permanent
Location
North York
Description
Intermediate Mechanical EngineerAre you looking for a company that works on major engineering projects all over the world? Do you want to make a difference by improving the daily lives of communities
Reference
R-114623
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Riyadh
Job Type
Full Time
Career Area
Engineering (Other)
Category
Permanent
Location
Riyadh
Description
We are currently looking for a Service Delivery Expert for our major rail metro project, you will play a pivotal role in coordinating and managing the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) contractors duri
Reference
R-107615
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Chennai
Job Type
Full Time
Career Area
Linxon - NewCo
Category
Permanent
Location
Chennai
Description
Join Us! We combine AtkinsRéalis project management expertise and Hitachi Energy’s deep technological knowledge to create a company dedicated to substations – we are Linxon!What will you do?Work on pr
Reference
R-114660
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Chennai
Job Type
Full Time
Career Area
Linxon - NewCo
Category
Permanent
Location
Chennai
Description
Join Us! We combine AtkinsRéalis project management expertise and Hitachi Energy’s deep technological knowledge to create a company dedicated to substations – we are Linxon!What will you do?Work on pr
Reference
R-114659
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Chennai
Job Type
Full Time
Career Area
Linxon - NewCo
Category
Permanent
Location
Chennai
Description
Join Us! We combine AtkinsRéalis project management expertise and Hitachi Energy’s deep technological knowledge to create a company dedicated to substations – we are Linxon!What will you do?Work on pr
Reference
R-114657
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Chennai
Job Type
Full Time
Career Area
Linxon - NewCo
Category
Permanent
Location
Chennai
Description
Join Us! We combine AtkinsRéalis project management expertise and Hitachi Energy’s deep technological knowledge to create a company dedicated to substations – we are Linxon!What will you do?Work on pr
Reference
R-114652
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Chennai
Job Type
Full Time
Career Area
Linxon - NewCo
Category
Permanent
Location
Chennai
Description
Join Us! We combine AtkinsRéalis project management expertise and Hitachi Energy’s deep technological knowledge to create a company dedicated to substations – we are Linxon!What will you do?Work on pr
Reference
R-114651
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Chennai
Job Type
Full Time
Career Area
Linxon - NewCo
Category
Permanent
Location
Chennai
Description
Job Title: SCM Risk Intelligence Analyst Location: Chennai, IndiaJoin Us! We combine AtkinsRéalis project management expertise and Hitachi Energy’s deep technological knowledge to create a company d
Reference
R-114639
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
Location
Oak Ridge
Job Type
Full Time
Career Area
Trade & Labor
Market
Nuclear
Category
Permanent
Location
Oak Ridge
Description
Why join us? It’s an exciting time at AtkinsRéalis! We are rapidly growing in the US. Our company purpose is to build a better world for our planet and its people. We recognize the importance of maki
Reference
R-114625
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
AtkinsRéalis
Talent community
Would you like to know more? Not ready to apply? Join our talent community to stay connected and engaged with us at AtkinsRéalis.
Find out more