Water/Wastewater Hydraulic Modeling Engineer - Ringoes, United States - Natural Systems Utilities

Description

SUMMARY: The primary responsibility of this role is to conduct hydraulic computations and computer modeling and analysis of water and wastewater systems.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct hydraulic computations and computer modeling and analysis of water distribution and wastewater collection systems using software tools such as Bentley Water Gems and Sewer Gems.
• Develop calibrated hydraulic models of existing and new water/wastewater infrastructure to simulate system performance under various scenarios.
• Analyze and interpret modeling results to provide insights into system behavior and identify opportunities for optimization and improvement.
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, and other stakeholders to integrate modeling insights into the design and planning of water/wastewater projects.
• Work with ArcGIS, AutoCAD, Water Gems, Sewer Gems or relational database management software (such as MS-Access, SQL Server, or Oracle) to integrate spatial data into modeling workflows.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and documentation to communicate modeling findings and recommendations effectively using strong communication skills.
• Provide technical support and guidance to project teams and clients regarding water and wastewater modeling methodologies and software applications.
• Stay updated on industry best practices, emerging technologies, and regulatory requirements related to water and wastewater modeling.
• Prepares project work plan, scope, schedule, and budget, and communicates these to project team members; monitors/manages project production for compliance with schedule, budget, and quality objectives
• Develop, update, calibrate, and apply hydraulic network models in analysis of water supply/distribution systems and wastewater collection networks.
• Identify areas with deficient pressure, fire hydrant flow and provide recommendations for improvements.
• Sizing of new and replacement water supply, feeder, distribution mains, and water storage facilities.
• Identification of available fire flow to support design of customers' fire protection (sprinkler) systems.
• Identification of wastewater collection network capacity to support additional users.
• Support to water system operations (water main flushing, startup of supply wells).
• Work effectively and collaboratively on project teams serving as subject matter expert on hydraulic modeling.
• Importing of CAD/GIS data for evaluation of as-designed water mains/sewer mains in project hydraulic analyses.
• Importing of GIS data for new pipes and annual water consumption.
• Calibration of pipe roughness factors using field hydrant flow test results.
• Calibration of model consumption peaking (steady-state) and diurnal (extended period simulation) factors using operational (SCADA) data from recent peak days and peak weeks.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• EDUCATION: BS Degree in Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology; (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience, which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).
• EXPERIENCE:
  • Specific experience and familiarity in drinking water distribution and wastewater collection system planning design and operations
  • Two (2)+ years' experience and demonstrated proficiency using hydraulic network modeling software (Water/Sewer Gems (preferred), EPANET, InfoWater, or other equivalent) to model water distribution systems.
• SOFTWARE SKILLS REQUIRED: MS Office platform, AutoCAD, REVIT, GIS (preferred but not required), Water/Sewer Gems.

LICENSES and REGISTRATIONS

• Professional Engineering license preferred

COMPETENCIES:

• TECHNICAL: Basic knowledge of the engineering design process, hydraulics, construction, and water and wastewater treatment processes.
• PROBLEM SOLVING Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• WRITTEN COMMUNICATION Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
• TEAMWORK Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• QUALITY Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• INITIATIVE Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; takes independent actions and calculated risks; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.
• DIVERSITY: Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educates others on the value of diversity; promotes a harassment-free environment; builds a diverse workforce.
• ETHICS: Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequently required to stand
• Frequently required to walk
• Frequently required to sit
• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Frequently required to talk or hear
• Frequently utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard
• Occasionally required to lift/push/carry items up to 40 pounds
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions (non-weather)
• Occasionally work near moving mechanical parts
• Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions
• Occasionally exposed to blood borne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials
• Occasionally exposed to loud noise (examples: metal can manufacturing, large earth-moving equipment)
• Occasionally work around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals
• Additional remarks regarding work environment:
• 75% office-based, 25% field based, though variable throughout the year depending on project needs.
• Exposure to typical office based and construction site noise levels should be expected.

EQUIPMENT:

• Computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy machine, scanner, and computer printer

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Natural Systems Utilities provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, NSU complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Compensation details: Yearly Salary

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