Water​/Wastewater Engineer

RESPEC is hiring a Water/Wastewater Engineer for its Rapid City, SD location. The role involves collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to design water and wastewater utilities, manage projects, and communicate with clients. Candidates should have a civil or environmental engineering degree, a Professional Engineer license, and 5+ years of design experience. Benefits include flexible work schedules, 401(k), ESOP participation, and professional development opportunities.
Company Description
RESPEC seeks an experienced Water/Wastewater Engineer located in our Juneau or Fairbanks, AK, and Rapid City, SD locations.

Founded in 1969, RESPEC is a global, 100 percent employee-owned consulting and services company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions to complex challenges for private and public clients. Operating in 15 U.S. states and 2 Canadian provinces, with influence extending to 50 countries worldwide, RESPEC is a leader in water, mining, energy, natural resources, and infrastructure services. Our six market sectors—Mining & Energy, Water, Facilities, Transportation, Development Services, and Data & Technology—reflect our expertise and commitment to excellence.

At RESPEC, we thrive on collaboration and partnership, applying advanced technology to achieve sustainable solutions and drive our projects forward. We are deeply invested in our employees’ success and well-being, fostering a supportive and innovative work environment where everyone can grow and contribute meaningfully.

Our commitment to excellence is evident in our contributions to local communities and strategic alliances worldwide, ensuring that we continue to inspire and innovate in rapidly evolving technical environments.

Job Description
The Engineer will work with a team of multi-discipline engineers/EITs in preparing professional work products, including water and wastewater utility design, site grading, stormwater management, and sediment and erosion control.

Additional responsibilities include:
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to resolve our clients’ technical challenges
• Develop project designs, plan drawings, engineering reports, technical specifications, and other contract deliverables
• Track project progress within established project scopes, budgets, and schedules and alert project managers of any issues that may affect them
• Support other market sectors on design projects as workload dictates
• Prepare clear and concise written communications and participate in client and team meetings
• Present design projects, as required, as part of outreach to clients and the public
• Conduct research and write technical portions of proposals to assist in bringing in new work
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have the following:
• A bachelor’s degree in civil or environmental engineering
• A Professional Civil Engineer license
• 5+ years of civil engineering experience with an emphasis on design
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel)
• The ability to contribute to multiple projects concurrently
• An eye for detail and organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
Preferred qualifications include:
• AutoCAD and Civil 3D experience (support will be provided by drafting technicians and EITs)
• GIS and 5+ years of cold region experience
Compensation: Salary depends on experience and expertise. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe-benefits package. RESPEC is a 100 percent employee-owned company and employees are eligible for participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after a qualifying period.
Featured benefits include:
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) & ESOP (with company match up to 4%)
• Professional Development and Training
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Seniority level

Associate
Employment type

Full-time
Job function

Engineering and Information Technology
Industries

Professional Services
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