Water Engineering Specialist

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Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.
We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world's most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description: 

Arcadis' Canadian Water Team is looking for dedicated, creative, and energetic entry-level Water Engineering Specialists interested in tackling challenges and developing sustainable solutions for water and wastewater treatment, pumping station, infrastructure upgrades and expansion, asset management, water and wastewater operations, stormwater management and condition assessment. Collaborating with our experienced water professionals, you will support and drive the development of projects, interact and work with clients, and develop your technical capabilities.  

This position follows a hybrid work model, requiring the successful candidate to be on-site in our Oakville, Markham, Toronto and/or Ottawa, Ontario offices at least 2 days per week. 

The role sits within our global business area Resilience. We work to protect our natural environment and water resources, while powering our world for future generations. Around the world, we're feeling the effects climate change, rapid urbanization, loss of biodiversity. The rate at which we're seeing large-scale, unforeseen events such as floods and wildfires, is becoming more frequent. We are here to protect our natural environment and water resources, while powering our world for future generations.  

Role accountabilities: 

As an Entry Level Water Engineering Specialist on our team, you will be involved in a range of projects including preliminary and detailed design, construction services and engineering and operations for a range of water facilities projects including water and wastewater industrial and municipal treatment, pumping, and storage. Your support will also extend to project management activities. Additionally, you will contribute to sustainability and resilience projects by conducting vulnerability assessments, mitigation planning, and designing solutions for our clients.   

In the field, you will be responsible for performing various tasks such as site visits and assessments, water sampling, analyzing collected data, evaluating technologies, troubleshooting processes, and optimizing plant operations. Your expertise will be essential in gathering critical data and ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of water and wastewater systems.  

In addition to the accountabilities mentioned above, you will also:  

* Support the process mechanical engineering team in the design of large municipal water and wastewater treatment plants and pumping stations 

* Prepare preliminary and detailed designs in vertical infrastructure under the direction of the Project Manager 

* Conduct hydraulic design calculations, size process equipment, and prepare design reports, specifications, process drawings, cost estimates, and tender documents 

* The position also involves conducting condition assessments of existing facilities, commissioning design projects, troubleshooting performance issues, and providing support during construction services

* Support preparation of reports and presentations and participate in client meetings.  

* Ensure project compliance with all Arcadis practices and quality, health and safety standards, and facilitate coordination for timely completion and submission of projects on time and budget.  

* Work independently and as part of a team, with the flexibility to accommodate collaboration with team members across the U.S. and internationally.  

* Learn and use digital tools to enhance customer experience, team and client collaboration, and project delivery including configuration and deployment of SharePoint, Building Information Modeling (BIM), CAD, Power BI, and Augmented Reality.  

To excel in this role, you will need a range of skills and qualities. Strong attention to detail, exceptional organizational skills, and a diligent work ethic are crucial for success. You should be proactive and capable of embracing new projects and challenges regularly. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential to convey information clearly and collaborate effectively with team members and clients.  

Being self-motivated, team-oriented, and adaptable is important as you will need to navigate and address new challenges as they arise. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills will enable you to tackle complex issues and devise innovative solutions. Knowledge of engineering concepts, theories, and practices related to water/wastewater treatment, pumping is essential. Familiarity or experience with AutoCAD and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project are also valuable skills that will contribute to your success in this role.   

Qualifications & Experience: 

Required Qualifications:  

* Bachelors of Applied Science degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering (or a closely related engineering discipline) with the ability to work towards a PEO licence  

Preferred Qualifications:  

* Prior work/internship experience at a design or consulting engineering firm or municipal work environment.  

* Experience with AutoCAD, Microstation, Revit would be beneficial  

* Experience with BioWin, GPS-X, InfoWork, and InfoWater would also be beneficial.   

Why Arcadis?
We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It's why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.
You'll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you'll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.
Together, we can create a lasting legacy.
Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging
We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The salary range for this position is $56,000-$84,000. The base salary represents Arcadis' hiring range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and will be based on various factors, such as location, skills, experience, and qualification for the role.

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