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Kearney, Nebraska · USA job

Project Engineer - Water/Wastewater

Olsson

Kearney, Nebraska

Job description

Overview

As a Project Water/Wastewater Engineer at Olsson, you apply engineering principles to a range of wastewater and water projects, from planning through construction. You will collaborate with peers and clients to deliver design, cost estimates, and project documents that meet scope, schedule, and budget. You will handle complex tasks, mentor junior staff, and engage with clients to ensure project success. This role offers cross functional teamwork, travel to sites, and a path to advancing your professional engineering career within a values driven, community oriented firm.

Compensation / Benefits
  • 401(k) match
  • flexible work arrangements
  • wellness program
  • health care
  • paid time off
  • bonus participation
Responsibilities
  • Perform detailed design tasks, cost estimates, and design calculations
  • Prepare project documents aligned with scope, schedule, and budget
  • Independently handle complex assignments and develop new techniques
  • Coordinate with project managers on design execution and progress
  • Attend client meetings and assist in communicating project status
  • Supervise and review work of less experienced staff when needed
  • Coordinate with Olsson technical teams and clients
  • Travel to job sites for observation and construction stages
Key requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering
  • 6 or more years of industry experience
  • Must be a registered Professional Engineer (PE)
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to contribute and work well on a team
  • Collaborative mindset
  • Ownership in work
  • Clear communication
  • Water and wastewater project design and execution
  • Sanitary sewer piping and wastewater treatment facilities
  • Water piping, storage tanks, and treatment facilities

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