Freese and Nichols

Water/Wastewater Transmission and Utilities Project Engineer

Austin, Texas, USA

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 78 days ago

Project ManagementBusiness DevelopmentMechanical DesignElectrical EngineeringCommunication

About the role

Direct other engineers and technicians on assigned tasks and review and evaluate their results.
Join our team of 1,300+ employees as we grow from Virginia to Colorado.
Learn more about working here at Working at Freese and Nichols.

Prepare design calculations, design drawings, and specifications necessary for most economical method of construction
Perform independent studies and prepare reports of results and conclusions in a clear, concise manner. Direct other engineers and technicians on assigned tasks and review and evaluate their results. Present and deliver final reports to clients.
Maintain and utilize working knowledge of accepted engineering design standards and practices in the execution of design work that will meet the client's needs and conform to firm standards.
Serve as Project Manager for projects that primarily require work within own group but may also require coordination with other groups and the client
Mix of technical experience including but not limited to water and wastewater design of pipelines, storage, lift stations, pump stations, coordination of civil/structural/mechanical/electrical design, and construction contract administration and management
Proven ability to manage a multi-discipline design team and assign tasks to and review work of EITs
Proven ability to build and maintain trusted advisor relationships with clients, both internal and external, as well as representatives of local, state and federal regulatory agencies
For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more.

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Mechanical Engineering
6+ years of related water and wastewater treatment experience
Demonstrated ability to work in a team as well as independently
Seal drawings and reports as required
Provide data, as required, for cost estimating, and secure preliminary equipment costs for reviews.

Besides our comprehensive benefits package (see more at Benefits That Work for You ), we offer paid overtime for salaried employees, an annual bonus, and access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico and Banner Elk, North Carolina.

Investigate new methods and implement new ideas and/or procedures that will benefit the firm and its clients.

At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values ( L earn continuously, E ngage as family, A ct with integrity, D eliver quality, and S erve always).
Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values.
We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service.
We are proud of our flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work, and an alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday.

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