Water/Wastewater Engineer – Entry Level (Hybrid)
Barr Engineering Co. is seeking a water/wastewater engineer to join their innovative and collaborative team. In this entry-level hybrid role, you will provide design engineering and technical expertise for water and wastewater systems and treatment facilities, working with both industrial and municipal clients.
Responsibilities
- Multidisciplinary collaboration: contribute to cross-functional project teams delivering engineering solutions for municipal and industrial clients, including those in mining, energy, and manufacturing sectors
- Design and analysis: perform technical analyses such as mass balances, process calculations, and cost estimates; select equipment; and develop detailed designs, drawings, and specifications for treatment systems and infrastructure
- Field sampling and bench and pilot testing: perform field sampling for clients and bench and pilot testing in Barr’s laboratory or at client sites to evaluate and fine-tune water and wastewater treatment design bases
- Project support and execution: prepare engineering drawings, technical specifications, and design documentation. Contribute to project reports and help develop cost estimates for engineering solutions
- Technical reporting and compliance: prepare technical reports to evaluate alternatives and help ensure all designs meet environmental standards and regulatory compliance
- Field support: participate in site visits and short-term travel assignments to support project delivery and client engagement
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, biosystems, or chemical engineering from an accredited university
- 0-2 years of relevant experience
- Willingness and ability to regularly travel
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office software
- Possession of a current, valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship by Barr, now or in the future
Benefits
- Competitive, affordable insurance plans: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, accidental death insurance, and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
- Retirement benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contribution and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with company contribution in Barr stock
- Profit distribution: Barr has a "no retained earnings" model and distributes all profit to our employees through our annual bonus distribution plan, ESOP, and dividends to shareholders
- Professional development benefits: Annual time and expense allowances, mentorship program, and many internal training opportunities
- Work/life balance: Paid time off, holidays, overtime for non-exempt/hourly staff, and compensatory time for exempt/salaried staff (time off or pay for extra time worked), paid family leave
- Wellness focus: Ergonomic analysis and equipment, Personal Protective Equipment allowance, wellbeing-focused educational opportunities
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