Civil or Environmental Engineer

Commonwealth Engineers, Inc. is seeking a Civil or Environmental Engineer with 2+ years of water resource experience for our Fort Wayne Office. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who is interested in playing a key role in planning, designing, and implementing water resource projects that address potable water, wastewater, and stormwater.

You will be assigned to a project team tasked with helping communities and industries solve their most challenging environmental infrastructure problems. Our team-based culture effectively fosters learning and growth.

Responsibilities

The ideal candidate would have some experience with projects including pump stations, collection systems, distribution systems, and water/wastewater treatment plants and be working toward becoming a licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the future. You would receive mentoring from experienced engineers on non-routine, complex projects/assignments and may coordinate or review the work of less experienced engineering interns.

• Work collaboratively with project managers, project engineers, CAD designers, and environmental scientists.


• Prepare engineering reports, construction documents, cost estimates, and technical memos.


• Perform simple design calculations under the supervision of a project engineer or project manager.


• Interpret and apply federal, state, and local regulations related to water resources and stormwater.


• Contact government officials for permits and prepare permit applications.


• Conduct site visits, field investigations, and inspections as needed.


• Coordinate with contractors.


• Communicate technical findings effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications/Skills

• Minimum 2+ years of experience in water resources engineering


• B.S. in Civil or Environmental Engineering (a graduate degree is a plus)


• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam certification with progress toward PE licensure


• Experience with hydrologic/hydraulic modeling tools is a plus


• Excellent verbal and written communication


• Valid driver's license


• Ability to apply technical skills to meet project demands and solve problems for our clients


• Positive attitude and an impressive work ethic


• A clear sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet deadlines


• Attention to detail and ability to contribute to a positive work environment

Benefits

Commonwealth has earned our reputation as a leader in the water resource industry. Join our award-winning engineering and consulting firm and receive these benefits:

• Competitive base salary


• Medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Long-term and short-term disability insurance including maternity and paternity leave


• Supplemental insurance


• AD&D coverage


• Matching 401(k) & profit sharing


• Annual performance bonus


• Additional incentive pay for each hour worked in excess of the 40- hour schedule


• Paid time off and holidays


• Flexible scheduling


• Professional development opportunities


• Employee outings

All offers are contingent upon a satisfactory background check.