Water Engineer In Training

Position Summary The Engineer in Training (EIT) is responsible for engineering, technical, and project support for the planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of NBU's water and wastewater infrastructure. This position assists with capital improvement projects, new development review, hydraulic analysis, utility system planning, regulatory compliance, and engineering design while developing the knowledge and experience necessary for professional engineering licensure. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Water & Wastewater Engineering Assist engineering staff with the planning, design, analysis, and implementation of water distribution and wastewater collection system improvements. Perform engineering calculations, hydraulic analyses, and technical evaluations for water and wastewater infrastructure projects. Develop and/or review engineering designs, exhibits, technical memoranda, reports, specifications, and construction documents. Assist with preparation of Engineer's Opinions of Probable Construction Cost (OPCC) for capital improvement projects. Review engineering plans, specifications, and calculations prepared by consulting engineers for compliance with NBU standards, applicable regulations, and sound engineering practices. Evaluate water distribution and wastewater collection system performance and recommend operational or capital improvements. Analyze service requests and operational issues, identifying practical engineering solutions. Assist with system modeling, capacity evaluations, pressure and flow analyses, and infrastructure planning. Support updates and maintenance of the Water Systems Connection and Construction Policy and other engineering standards. Develop and evaluate engineering alternatives using technical, operational, and life-cycle cost considerations. Coordinate with the NBU Real Estate Department to identify engineering requirements for easements, permits, and property acquisition. Conduct field investigations, construction observations, and site visits to verify existing conditions and support engineering decisions. Capital Improvement Project Support Plan, coordinate, and execute water and wastewater capital improvement projects. Monitor project scope, schedule, budget, and overall progress. Develop project scopes, cost estimates, schedules, and technical documentation. Coordinate with consultants, contractors, inspectors, and internal departments throughout project development and construction. Participate in construction meetings, project inspections, and field coordination activities. Assist with review of contractor submittals, requests for information (RFIs), change orders, and pay applications. Support outage planning and operational coordination to minimize impacts to customers during construction activities. Track project performance and prepare status reports, presentations, and project documentation. Identify project risks and assist in developing mitigation…