Engineer-1 at Great Lakes Water Authority

Detroit, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jan, 26

Salary

97850.0

Posted On

20 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Construction Administration, Project Management, Engineering Design, Proposal Evaluation, Bid Evaluation, Field Issues, Consultant Work Review, Site Surveys, Testing, Engineering Reports, Safety Policies, Training, Contract Management, Invoice Processing, Hiring Approvals, Blue Sheet Updates

Industry

Utilities

Description

Compensation $66,950.00 - $97,850.00 (Based on Experience) Summary The Engineer performs engineering work for municipal projects. This position administers and manages the design and implementation, and/or delivery and execution of consultant and contract services, for all projects required for the improvement and expansion of the Great Lakes Water Authority. Job Responsibilities Perform construction administration tasks for municipal engineering projects Prepare plans, drawings, specifications and detailed computations for municipal engineering projects Prepare requests for proposals and evaluate proposals for consultant contracts Evaluate bids for construction contracts Attend construction meetings Assist with field and design issues on construction of projects Review and enforce consultant work and responses Participate and review all site surveys Oversee and devise testing related to proper maintenance and operation of equipment Assist management with engineering reports and other correspondence Follow security and safety policies and procedures in carrying out work duties Provide on the job training Assist in obtaining consultant approvals and in construction contract advertisement Obtain contract number(s) and other required information for consultant and construction contracts Process consultant invoices Prepare requests to approve hiring a consultant Prepare blue sheet updates Perform related work duties as assigned Required Education and Experience At the time of application, applicants must: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in civil, mechanical, electrical, or chemical engineering NOTE: Can be a current Engineering Senior in their final program year with 91 credits or more (upload a copy of your current transcripts for verification) PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Engineering and construction management experience preferred E.I.T. (Engineer in Training) certificate preferred Other Requirements Valid Michigan Driver’s License Advance to Engineer Level 2 within two (2) years of Level 1 designation Ability to work irregular hours, to commute to GLWA facilities and work sites Essential Requirements Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This position requires the ability to climb, bend, twist, carry, stack, push, pull, and other efforts requiring considerable physical strength. This position also requires the ability to lift a minimum of fifty (50) pounds, walk, stand, or work for long periods of time, demonstrate normal color perception, hear audible alarms, detect abnormal equipment sounds, visually inspect equipment and processes at any time of the day or night. Employees will be required to wear respiratory protection and other personal protective equipment; perform scaffold, confined space, elevated and underground work. Employees will also be required to pass a vision test, yearly baseline physical and fit test for respirator/Self Contained Breathing Apparatus. While performing the duties of this position, employees are regularly required to use hands to handle, feel or operate equipment. Environmental Working Requirements: Work is performed at the plants or in a field environment. This position requires the ability to work in all conditions involving exposure to outside elements and seasonal weather. Work may be performed near open water and systems with hazardous chemicals that are acidic, highly corrosive, heat producing and potentially explosive. Work may be performed in confined spaces, hazardous areas that require respiratory protection and personal protective equipment (PPE), and under slippery and wet conditions. Benefits Comprehensive benefits package effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment. This includes health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and team member discount programs. Retirement and Retirement Health Savings are effective the first day of employment. Click HERE for more information. Note: Part-Time employment is not eligible for health benefits, however, is eligible to participate in the 457 Retirement Plan. GLWA is an equal opportunity employer. Introduce Yourself Not the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Introduce Yourself in the top-right corner of the page or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest. One Water, One Team When you work at Great Lakes Water Authority, you help make a difference in the environment and in your local community. “One water, one team” is more than just a phrase, it’s a way of doing business. Here, you don’t work for GLWA, you work with GLWA. And together, we’re racing toward a shared goal to become the region’s most-trusted, high-quality water and wastewater resource. We are all strategic partners on the path to becoming a Utility of the Future, and GLWA prioritizes the recruitment and selection of highly talented, well-qualified individuals to help us get there. We have moved to a new recruiting system. You will need to create a new profile in this system and complete an application. You will have the option to upload your resume to streamline the application process. This will make all our future follow-ups a great experience! You can also track the status of your application with ease. Not finding the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Get Started below or create an account by clicking 'Sign In' at the top of the page to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!

Responsibilities

The Engineer performs engineering work for municipal projects, managing the design and implementation of services for the Great Lakes Water Authority. Responsibilities include construction administration, preparing plans and specifications, evaluating proposals, and overseeing consultant work.