Entry-Level Environmental Engineer (Water/Wastewater) Job at Brown and Caldwell, Troy, MI

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  • Brown and Caldwell
  • Troy, MI

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated, achievement-oriented individual to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to build their career, do challenging and meaningful work, and protect and restore our Nation's aging infrastructure. Work could include engineering concepts in various fields such as wastewater, water resources, potable water or construction management. If you are looking for an opportunity to work in a growth-oriented professional consulting office to enhance your potential to gain new knowledge, skills, and relationships in a collaborative, innovative and supportive environment, this position is for you.

Detailed Description:

In this role you will work closely with project managers and other team leads locally and nationally to execute work involving conventional types of engineering principals and other related activities for infrastructure projects. You will provide support for a variety of projects that may include planning, evaluation, design, and construction related activities for wastewater, water, and storm water conveyance systems. We are looking for candidates who have a passion for the environment, meeting new people, and desire to learn from seasoned professionals in a team environment. Specific duties may include the following:

  • Perform field assessments to evaluate and document existing site-specific conditions or collect design criteria.
  • Assist with environmental studies, permitting and alternative analysis.
  • Perform calculations, prepare technical drawings, specifications, and reports under supervision.
  • Check performance or conformity with design plans and specifications through field inspection and reporting.
  • Assist with the preparation of technical memoranda, reports and electronic deliverables.
  • Collect and record data and documentation.
  • Prepare spreadsheets, documents, drawings and maps (in AutoCAD or GIS)
  • Execute planning, assessment, detailed design, and construction administration assignments.
  • Communicate effectively and coordinate with project teams under other disciplines (drafters, designers, and subcontractors).

Desired Skills and Experience:

  • BS degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering (or other related field) required; MS degree preferred
  • EIT and/or NASSCO certifications preferred
  • Minimum 2 years' professional experience in the study, design, and construction administration of water, stormwater and/or wastewater pipelines, pumping stations, and other facilities.
  • Excellent technical writing and communication skills required.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Suite including Word, Outlook, Access, Project, Excel and PowerPoint is required.
  • Proficiency in ArcGIS, AutoCAD and Civil 3D preferred, MEP/Revit, and hydraulic modeling platforms a plus.
  • Familiarity with field data collection processes and tools for water/sewer asset inventory & condition assessment.
  • Experience with GIS editing and data management using ESRI ArcGIS and ArcGIS Online software preferred
  • Experience with database management tools for data tracking and reporting preferred
  • Strong aptitude for researching and solving technical problems
  • The successful candidate's traits will include being a self-starter, being results and quality-oriented, and having good attention to detail, a positive attitude, and enthusiasm to learn and grow
  • Ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment under tight and pressured deadlines
  • Ability to successfully manage and deliver on multiple tasks with competing priorities
  • Valid driver's license and good driving record
  • Walk slowly around a field site of varying size that may have areas of tall plant growth, uneven, muddy, and/or rocky ground to perform inspections and take photographs.
  • Ability to work for short periods of time in extreme temperatures including heat and cold.
  • Ability to wear required safety equipment at sites including hard hats, steel toed boots (or other approved toe protection), etc.
  • Stand for several hours observing and working within roadway traffic control zones
  • Operate a personal vehicle to commute to jobsites and to access work areas on site
  • Remain alert and vigilant while working in urban environments and be able to walk swiftly for a short distance to clear an area where a potential hazard is identified.
  • Climb stairs (2-3 flights) or ladders (up to 24 foot typically) to access structures for visual inspection.
  • Lifting - objects on job sites less than 30 pounds
  • Confined space entry for visual inspections.

Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee's primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. These ranges may be modified in the future.

Location A: 58,000- $79,000

You can view which BC location applies to you here. If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter.

Benefits and Other Compensation: We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with

employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance. Click here to see our full list of benefits.

About Brown and Caldwell

Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction firm with 50 offices and 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice-to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities. For more information, visit

This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.

Notice to Third Party Agencies: Brown and Caldwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with Brown and Caldwell, Brown and Caldwell reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.

Brown and Caldwell is proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer. Minorities/Women/Disabled and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply. Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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