Water/Wastewater Graduate Engineer - Houston, TX - Ardurra Group, Inc.

Ardurrais seeking a Graduate Engineer to join our Houston, TX team.

Primary Function:

Under general supervision, perform a variety of engineering tasks involving design work, research and preparation of drawings or designs, and construction administration of municipal water and wastewater facilities. May function as Resident Project Representative to observe and review contractor performance against contract specifications. Perform assignments of limited scope which require the application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria in carrying out a sequence of related design engineering tasks.  This includes limited experience in utilizing various computer software packages and automated engineering and design tools.

Primary Duties:

• Gathers data for engineering analyses through phone contacts, written correspondence, and research sources.
• Performs calculations using engineering formulas and skills.
• Assists in preparation of engineering reports, opinions and recommendations; Maintains completed project files and proper document control.
• Conducts experiments and data collection with emphasis on data integrity, quality control and protocol compliance; utilizes data acquisition/recording equipment and instrumentation. Performs field tests & measurements, collects field data and processes data.
• Prepares statistical and narrative reports and/or graphs based on outcomes of research, analysis and interpretation of studies .
• Assists with project concept designs and participates in final project design .
• Designs portions of a project under supervision, including evaluating alternatives, conducting engineering studies and design calculations, and performing preliminary/detailed design.
• Assists with preparing design drawings and technical specifications.
• Assists with material quantity take-off and develops construction cost for projects.
• Assists with the research of funding opportunities/grants for clients and prospective clients; maintains data on funding sources and procedures for future reference.
• Performs computerized hydraulic modeling of water and wastewater collection systems .
• Serves as Resident Project Representative on water and wastewater infrastructure construction projects observing progress and quality of work, writing daily construction reports, reviewing monthly pay requests, and keeping Owner advised as necessary.
• Provides misc. task assignment to support project team.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• B.S. degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Chemical Engineering from an ABET accredited program university or college.
• Passed the EIT exam or be able to obtain within first 6-month of employment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Attention to detail, with a demonstrated capability to meet project budget and deadline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, team-oriented work practices.

Why Ardurra?
While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.
Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.
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