Water / Wastewater Environmental Engineer 5

Work with CDM Smith's Chicago team for an amazing career in the municipal water and wastewater industry. Work with our top-notch experts on innovative projects at the local and national level. CDM Smith offers excellent opportunities for career advancement and technical development. Make an impact by:

- Support lead service line rehabilitation initiatives in Chicago and surrounding communities.
- Writing technical reports on important issues in the water / wastewater industry.
- Designing treatment facilities for large water and wastewater plants.
- Presenting to municipal clients and stakeholders in the region.
- Grow your technical skills by working with the best experts in the company. Technical development will include opportunities to write technical articles and attend conferences.
- Playing a key role in the mentorship of junior staff through structured mentoring, work assignment and technical review.
- Collaborating with sales staff to create proposals in response to client requests for proposals.

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Minimum Qualifications

-Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
-Professional engineering (PE) license.
-7 years of related experience.
-Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
-Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Qualifications

- At least seven years of experience in water and/or wastewater analysis and design.
- Familiarity with lead and copper rule initiatives in the region.
- Experience presenting technical concepts to municipal clients through written reports and presentations.
- Understanding of the design process (i.e., conceptual design through construction phase engineering).

EEO Statement

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Skills and Abilities

- Knowledge of computer assisted design and drafting (CADD) practices.
- Knowledge of engineering principles of design. Principles of design include preparation of design documents for municipal bidding.
- Knowledge of Microsoft business software (Excel, Word, Etc).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Background Check and Drug Testing Information

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as "CDM Smith") reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.