ASSOCIATE ENGINEER - TREATMENT

at  West Yost

WHO WE ARE:

We are a water-focused engineering consulting firm, certified as a Great Place to Work® based on feedback from our community of over 230 team members. We ranked top three in the AEC Advisors 2021 and 2022 Diversity Index Top Firms and were recognized as one of Fortune’s® Best Workplaces in Consulting and Professional Services in 2023. Since 1990, our mission has been to be the water firm of choice for both our clients and our team. Over the years we have built upon that mission and now integrate a host of high-quality services in groundwater, water supply, water and wastewater treatment, water and wastewater infrastructure, stormwater, recycled water, construction management, and operations technology from our multiple locations in the west. As a team, we work with our clients to understand their true needs. Our long-term relationships are based on integrity, partnership, and high-value solutions. In 2024 and beyond, West Yost is advancing water resources for future generations and living our core values every day.
Compensation range: $84,500 to $126,750. Based on our Concord, CA office location. (West Yost uses geographic salary differentials that would apply for candidates in other regions).
LOCATION: Can sit in any of our office locations - (https://www.westyost.com/locations/).

DESCRIPTION

The Associate Engineer - Treatment is to participate in our Water/Wastewater Treatment group. Expertise is desired in planning and design of water and/or wastewater treatment and recycled water systems. This role will contribute to the development of the firm’s Treatment practice and have client involvement. This is a mid-level position.

Other duties include:

• Preparing plans, specifications, calculations, equipment evaluations, preliminary layouts and technical reports for water and/or wastewater treatment and recycled water system projects.
• Deciding on the most appropriate engineering techniques and sequences of activities for each project stage, with input from project managers.
• Completing evaluations of water quality data for treatment facilities.
• Developing technical writing and correspondence including preparation of technical memoranda, preliminary design reports, master plans and other reports related to the planning and design of treatment systems.
• Making estimates for timescales and costs ensuring plans meet the client’s specifications.
• Assisting senior-level engineers with the preparation of proposals.
• Coordinating project assignments with other EITs, engineers and technicians on the project team.
• Researching regulatory, legislative, or code issues with City, County, and State agencies.
• Attending meetings and interacting with clients.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience preferred.
• Knowledge of design of water and/or wastewater treatment plants and recycled water systems.
• Positive and clear written and verbal communication practices are essential for success in this position.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

This position may require travel to other offices and/or client offices. Applicant must carry a valid driver’s license. Applicant must also be able to meet West Yost’s rules and be eligible to drive for business. West Yost’s insurance carrier reserves the right to exclude applicants based on their driving record.
Our commitment to quality begins with our hiring practices. We employ the most talented team members in our industry from all backgrounds. We are highly selective of the individuals we choose to represent the firm, seeking only those individuals whose technical abilities and commitment to client service matches our vision for excellence. We are dedicated to our number one asset, our employees. Because we are employee-owned, we are responsible for and rewarded by our own success. Come to West Yost where, with our support, you’ll do the best work of your life.

• Preparing plans, specifications, calculations, equipment evaluations, preliminary layouts and technical reports for water and/or wastewater treatment and recycled water system projects.
• Deciding on the most appropriate engineering techniques and sequences of activities for each project stage, with input from project managers.
• Completing evaluations of water quality data for treatment facilities.
• Developing technical writing and correspondence including preparation of technical memoranda, preliminary design reports, master plans and other reports related to the planning and design of treatment systems.
• Making estimates for timescales and costs ensuring plans meet the client’s specifications.
• Assisting senior-level engineers with the preparation of proposals.
• Coordinating project assignments with other EITs, engineers and technicians on the project team.
• Researching regulatory, legislative, or code issues with City, County, and State agencies.
• Attending meetings and interacting with clients