Water Facilities Technical Leader (Pump Stations/Hydraulics/W/WW Conveyance/Piping Design)

<div class="content-intro"><p>Your future begins here! BGE, Inc<strong>.</strong> is a nationwide civil engineering consulting firm offering diverse career opportunities in a wide range of disciplines for public and private infrastructure projects. Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes outstanding health care, generous 401(k) match, professional career resources, and highly competitive work-life balance programs, including personal-time allowances, dependent care, and flexible Fridays.</p> <p>In addition, BGE provides unlimited sick leave, floating holidays, and robust career growth guidance, including organization-wide leadership and mentorship programs to help you build connections and shape your career. BGE goes beyond competitive benefits to attract and retain the best in an environment that inspires excellence.</p> <p> </p> <p> </p></div><p><strong>Water Facilities Technical Leader (Pump Stations/Hydraulics/W/WW Conveyance/Piping Design)</strong></p> <p><strong>Work Location: Remote U.S. based as an option for the right candidate (but preferably work in one of our BGE office locations across Texas and the Southeast) </strong></p> <p><strong>Job Description</strong></p> <ul> <li>Senior Level Principal Engineer with experience in water facilities design (hydraulics, pump stations, and piping design)</li> <li>Advise on large-scale water infrastructure projects involving pumping systems, raw water, treated water, sewage, and storm drain systems; complex water distribution and transmission projects; design-build and alternative delivery projects; projects across multiple states and potentially nationally.</li> <li>Serve as Technical Advisor/Subject Matter Expert on a variety of civil engineering projects related to water systems including modeling, pipeline, lift stations and pump station facilities.</li> <li>Be the go-to resource to solve complex technical problems, mentor emerging talent and help establish BGE as a recognized leader in the hydraulic facilities practice.</li> <li>Working in partnership with Conveyance Practice Leader, Water and Wastewater Treatment Practice Leaders, Area Leaders, and Team Leaders to develop and deliver winning strategies to meet client needs.</li> <li>Provide technical mentorship to engineering staff in varied specialties in water and wastewater conveyance and treatment.</li> <li>As a member of our senior technical team, contribute to the leadership of our emerging engineers in high performance operational and technical procedures, as well as relationship building and community involvement. </li> <li>Partner with senior Operations/Client Management staff in developing and maintaining client relationships as the Technical Expert Point of Contact</li> <li>Technical Engineering support for the development of project pursuits, proposals, and interviews.</li> <li>Currently have and continue to maintain vendor and manufacturer relationships, and other industry networks.</li> <li>Professional engineer (PE) license in Texas, or across the southeast states, or the ability to obtain the various state licensure(s).</li> <li>Ideally Hydraulic Institute Pump System Assessment Professional (PSAP) certified.</li> <li>Professional Organization participation is preferred.</li> <li>Engaged in professional and industry associations such as Hydraulic Institute, AWWA, WEF, ASCE, ASME, etc.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Job Requirements</strong></p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in civil, mechanical, or environmental engineering; or related field</li> <li>Registered PE in Texas required or through reciprocity within 6 months of hire (will have PE license in multiple states across US).</li> <li>15+ years' experience working in public works and/or municipal services projects and working in water & sewer system planning and design, engineering and designing water facilities (hydraulics, pump stations, and piping design).</li> <li>Significant expertise in hydraulic facilities, pump stations, and lift stations is a must have; highest priority.</li> <li>Experience with large diameter pipelines and conveyance systems is a must have, highest priority.</li> <li>Understanding water conveyance systems (raw water, treated water, sewage, storm ) is a must have.</li> <li>Strong written and verbal communication skills</li> <li>Experience with Water Modeling Software (WaterGEMS, InfoWater, or comparable) preferred.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p><div class="content-conclusion"><p>Some of our Benefits:</p> <ul> <li>401k Match: 100% up to 4% of your contributions with immediate vesting + 3% Safe Harbor Contribution with immediate vesting</li> <li>Merit-Based Bonus Compensation</li> <li>Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance; BGE contributes to HSA on eligible plans</li> <li>9 paid Holidays, including 3 Floating holidays</li> <li>Personal Time Allowances </li> <li>2 to 4 weeks of Vacation, depending on experience-level. Unused vacation carries over to the next year.</li> <li>"Unlimited" Sick Days.</li> <li>Mentorship Program – Provides you with the opportunity to learn and receive guidance from seasoned professionals.</li> <li>Employee Referral Program that pays you for bringing great people into the BGE family</li> </ul> <p>BGE is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We prohibit discrimination and all employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, Vietnam Era Veteran Status, Disabled Veteran Status, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws.</p> <p>NO SPONSORSHIP<br>NO AGENCIES</p> <p> </p></div>

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