What We Offer: Our excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program. Employee Resource Groups and Programs offered include the Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Rotation Program, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program.
Position Description: We are looking for an Entry Level Engineer to join our Water Team to improve infrastructure in our Grand Rapids office. The candidate must have a bachelor's degree in civil or environmental engineering and zero to five years of hydrologic/hydraulic engineering. The candidate must also be self-motivated, work well with others, and have excellent writing, organizational, and communication skills. A flexible hybrid-remote work schedule is available after 30 days of employment.
\n Typical responsibilities include: Provide hydrologic and hydraulic technical support to the planning, design and construction on various wet weather projects that may include combined/sanitary sewer overflow, collection system, pump station, water, stormwater, green infrastructure, hydrologic and hydraulic models and/or other projectsPerform hydrologic and hydraulic evaluations of collection systems and open channels models.Perform GIS analysis to support hydrologic and hydraulic model developmentPrepare engineering calculations and supporting analysis of alternativesPrepare and evaluate wet weather control alternativesPrepare design reports and construction plans using local and state standardsReview plans and specificationsPrepare preliminary project cost estimates and evaluate quantitiesAssist with/review scope, budget, and schedule of new project tasksDocument design changes and communicationsConduct on-site inspections as neededAssist Project ManagersAttend client, public, project and staff meetings including client progress, plan review, pre-construction, etc.Maintain excellent client relationsMaintain a safe working environment Education:Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering Skills/Experience:0 to 5 of related experience requiredInterest in hydraulic and hydrologic engineering
\nAbout Wade Trim: Wade Trim is committed to maximizing the value of infrastructure investments. We've been solving complex engineering challenges for nearly a century. We customize our work approach to fit each project using a collaborative, friendly style to deliver solutions our clients can stand behind.
Our supportive culture recognizes and strives to fulfill collective client, company, and individual needs. Mentoring and building skills of Wade Trim staff is a priority. Frequent interaction among staff is encouraged, company leadership is easily accessible, and opportunities are provided for staff to help shape the firm's future through strategic planning. Work/life balance is supported through a flexible, hybrid work schedule that brings team members together in the office at least two days a week and connects them virtually when working from home.
To solve our clients' toughest challenges, we've devoted ourselves to delivering innovative solutions. Our Office of Applied Technology (OAT) is dedicated to seeking new technologies or ways to apply existing technologies to enhance value to our clients and positively impact communities. All staff are encouraged to share ideas and suggestions for innovative technologies or processes to adopt. This open-minded approach enables us to advance technology, foster innovation, and stay ahead of our clients' needs.
Wade Trim's success is shared by the employees that make it happen. Since our beginning, our firm has been 100% employee owned. This cultivates an ownership mindset that benefits our work approach, collaborative culture, and ability to deliver client solutions. We believe employee ownership drives the sustainability and growth of our firm and provides all our employees with opportunities for financial success.
If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in a friendly environment, please submit your resume by visiting the Careers section of our website at http://www.wadetrim.com/careers.
Wade Trim is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.