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Process-Mechanical Engineer - California, Water
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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
We challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. If you are interested in a long and rewarding career working with the industry's best and most innovative engineering employers, then Jacobs is where you belong. We are looking for a driven and curious Process-Mechanical Engineer to work on water/wastewater projects locally in the Northwest and across the United States. As a Process-Mechanical Engineer based out of San Diego, CA, you will join a core group of water/wastewater and mechanical engineers and designers on studies, designs, and field assignments to deliver innovative solutions to challenging technical problems that our clients face. Your assignments will focus on water/wastewater projects but may also include broader process-mechanical engagements. You will be part of our collaborative team and aligned with Jacobs' Infrastructure Design Department to provide the following services:
- Evaluation of pumping, treatment, and process options to determine the best approaches to solve client challenges
- Ability to understand and communicate complex problems and solutions with clients
- Planning and design for full-scale pumping, treatment systems, and treatment plant improvements for construction
- Development of facility layouts and process & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs)
- Development of construction documents, including drawings and specifications
- Evaluation and selection of process equipment, pumping systems, pipe materials, and valves
- Data analysis and computer modeling
- Technical report writing
- Bidding and permitting services support
- Construction services support
- Field inspection of treatment/mechanical equipment LI-AC2 Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, mechanical engineering, or related engineering discipline Professional Engineer (PE) license A minimum of 8 years of progressive process mechanical engineering and project delivery experience with water, wastewater and/or industrial treatment, including planning, evaluations, and design Educational emphasis and a strong interest in treatment and/or mechanical system design and operation Self-motivation, team-oriented work practices, strong data analysis skills, technical problem-solving ability, organizational skills, and the ability to effectively multi-task in a fast-paced environment Proficient skills with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Ideally, you'll also have: Master's degree in civil, mechanical, or related engineering discipline 10 or more years of direct experience in municipal wastewater treatment or process mechanical for water/wastewater treatment plants, pump stations and conveyance systems experience Hydraulic modeling skills (e.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance