COMPANY SUMMARY:

Natural Systems Utilities (NSU) designs, builds, operates, and invests in onsite water treatment and reuse systems. With over 37 years of experience, NSU manages one of the largest bases of distributed systems in the US. More than 250 systems are managed by NSU’s 70+ licensed Operators and we are currently building systems for some of the most well-known Fortune 500 companies in the world. We are growing and looking for passionate, dedicated employees that want to help us make a difference.

POSITION SUMMARY:

NSU has a unique opportunity for an entry-level engineer to join our dynamic Design/Build/Operate team. This position would support NSU’s wastewater treatment and water reuse projects primarily with engineering design, drafting, AutoCAD, Revit, field work, and general project execution. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing engineering tasks and activities on assigned water resources projects as a member or our engineering team

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Be able to work and communicate comfortably within a team and individually as required
• Demonstrated strong initiative and problem solving skills.
• Applies standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to perform tasks on conventional projects
• Support project team with generation of written material including reports, memo’s and studies.
• Works on small projects independently or portions of larger projects as part of a team
• Prepares construction drawings, details and specifications under the direction of senior engineer
• Project site visits, assist with construction management support and inspection
• Assists in determining project schedule and budget requirements.
• Receives direction on unconventional and/or complex problems
• Assists with client, customer, vendor, regulatory communications.
• Perform field inspections, measurements, and utility mark outs periodically.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

  QUALIFICATIONS:

• EDUCATION. Minimum of bachelor’s degree (BS) from an accredited four-year engineering/technical college or university with course work related to the design of water resources infrastructure. Civil, environmental, chemical, and/or mechanical engineering background expected.
• SOFTWARE SKILLS REQUIRED

  MS Office platform, AutoCAD, REVIT, GIS (preferred but not required)

• LICENSES and REGISTRATIONS

  EIT Certification or ability to obtain same within one year

• EXPERIENCE

  Entry level to 3 years of experience in civil or water/wastewater infrastructure engineering, however, will consider the right candidate with a minimum of an internship at an engineering firm including generation of construction documents with AutoCAD and Revit.

  COMPETENCIES:

• TECHNICAL: Basic knowledge of the engineering design process, hydraulics, construction, and water and wastewater treatment processes.
• PROBLEM SOLVING – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• WRITTEN COMMUNICATION – Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
• TEAMWORK – Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• QUALITY – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• INITIATIVE – Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; takes independent actions and calculated risks; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.
• DIVERSITY: Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educates others on the value of diversity; promotes a harassment-free environment; builds a diverse workforce.
• ETHICS: Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.

  PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequently required to stand
• Frequently required to walk
• Frequently required to sit
• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Frequently required to talk or hear
• Frequently utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard
• Occasionally required to lift/push/carry items up to 40 pounds
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions (non-weather)
• Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions
• Occasionally exposed to blood borne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials
• Occasionally exposed to loud noise (examples: metal can manufacturing, large earth-moving equipment)
• Occasionally work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals
• Additional remarks regarding work environment:
• 75% office-based, 25% field based, though variable throughout the year depending on project needs.
• Exposure to typical office based and construction site noise levels should be expected.

EQUIPMENT

• Computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy machine, scanner, and computer printer

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Natural Systems Utilities provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, NSU complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.