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EEC Environmental
Senior Principal Engineer
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What they do
A Water or Wastewater Engineer specializes in the treatment and management of contaminated water. Designs sewage systems and water treatment plants.
$117,203 / year median in California
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Senior Principal Engineer EEC Environmental - 2.3 Orange, CA Job Details Full-time $150,000 - $200,000 a year 16 hours ago Benefits Profit sharing Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Water treatment systems Driver's License Bachelor's degree in engineering Managing engineering teams Environmental consulting Leading team collaboration initiatives Productivity software Technical writing experience within technology Professional Engineer Consulting firm experience Senior leadership Full Job Description EEC Environmental is actively seeking a creative, growth-focused and ambitious Senior Principal Engineer to serve in a leadership role in our Orange County office. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the execution of water/wastewater treatment, utility design projects, and/or site development while mentoring a group of talented engineers and technical professionals. You will be expected to demonstrate excellent leadership, problem-solving skills, and produce high-quality deliverables. This position also offers a Principal level position or clear path for advancement to Principal, recognizing individuals who demonstrate strong leadership, client development, and organizational impact. The ideal candidate is an experienced self-starter who is comfortable leading design teams and facilitating staff development. Client development is an expected component of this position. Candidates with a positive attitude and strong initiative will fit well with our existing group of outstanding professionals. Occasional business travel may be required. Project Management Responsibilities Oversight and execution of project tasks to ensure timely and high-quality deliverables. Manage project schedules, budgets, costs, subcontractors, project quality, and client satisfaction. Preparing for and participating in meetings with clients, regulatory personnel, and other parties. Recruiting, managing and mentoring junior staff and mid-career engineers and scientists. Participate in local and national technical associations (e.g. ASCE, WEF, AWRA, GRA, etc.). Engineering Responsibilities Manage a wide range of design and design-build projects including industrial pretreatment systems, collection and conveyance systems, pump stations, storage and treatment facilities, and wellhead treatment systems. Project management and oversight of design, planning and permitting, troubleshooting, and system optimization including design-build projects. Reviewing and preparing technical reports, construction documents, and specifications. Occasional fieldwork including contractor oversight and process troubleshooting tasks. Conduct feasibility studies and due diligence assessments for potential projects. Prepare technical reports and documentation for project review and approval. Approves drawing packages, exhibits and documents assembled. Qualifications BS in Engineering with 10+ years of demonstrated experience in the consulting industry with private and public projects. Valid Professional Engineer (PE) license (California or other).