Water-Wastewater Engineer

RG Miller | DCCM is a Houston-based civil engineering firm providing a wide range of infrastructure services to both public and private sector clients in Texas for the past six decades. RG Miller | DCCM is consistently ranked as one of the Top 25 civil/structural engineering firms by the Houston Business Journal. As a part of the DCCM family, our employees collaborate seamlessly among multiple offices and gain valuable hands-on experience that fosters career growth. RG Miller | DCCM’s culture is entrepreneurial from advancing innovative technical solutions, to participating in robust training and knowledge sharing, to making progressive change within the communities we live and work.

RG Miller | DCCM is seeking a Water/Wastewater Engineer to join its collaborative and dynamic Water/Wastewater team in Houston, TX. This individual will serve a key function in providing exceptional engineering experience by delivering engineering designs associated with the construction and installation of the District’s water, sewer, to ensure clean water, the disposing of sewage and wastewater in the communities they service.  In this role, you will demonstrate hands-on experience in designing water and wastewater treatment plants, lift stations, and the water permitting process.    

What you will do:                                                                                     

• Participate in project “kick-off” meetings to understand the scope and nature of the project, confirming all necessary documentation and determining design criteria.
• Gather documentation needed to create design plans, determine drawing sequence, and execute design presentation.
• Conduct research, documenting the results of analysis and research findings.
• Prepare engineering reports, permit applications, and submittals for Agency review. Review Agency comments and provide responses.
• Serve as project engineer in the design and review of projects to include complex lift stations, water and sanitary sewer treatment plants, paving, and site drainage.
• Preparation and design of site drainage and grading plans.
• Perform design calculations for all aspects of the project, including but not limited to pump curves, equipment sizing and materials selection, process flow, facilities capacities.
• Conduct feasibility studies, coordinate with project manager to determine project cost, project design alternatives, and pros/cons to design alternatives.
• Review plan quantities to ensure accuracy of numbers and assemble bid documents for review with the construction management team.
• Perform site visits to collect the research.
• Coordinate and communicate with local review authorities, as required.
• Perform reviews of and responses to RFIs and Submittals.
• Communicate with and provide guidance to Contractors during construction phase.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Your Qualifications:

• Possess valid Texas (TX) Professional Engineer licensure
• 5+ year’s experience in Water/Wastewater Treatment Plants & Waterline design and modeling
• Possess current knowledge of local, state, and federal design codes and regulations, as well as industry regulations and practices
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings and legal documents
• Knowledge of current industry technology with the capability and efficiency to use engineering software for completing project assignments
• Self-starter with the ability to manage, motivate, mentor and lead others
• Demonstrate the ability to work with staff, clients, and regulatory agencies
• A collaborative team builder with excellent interpersonal and social skills

What we will do for you:

RG Miller | DCCM is committed to employee well-being and providing a healthy and safe work environment.  RG Miller | DCCM provides a rich array of programs and benefits to help its employees advance their careers and enhance the quality of their lives. Our comprehensive compensation package includes:

• Full-time employment company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, and paid pregnancy disability leave
• 401(k) with company match; paid time off including parental and military leave
• Employee referral and professional license bonuses
• Educational reimbursement for continuing education
• Work-life balance with hybrid work schedules

At RG Miller | DCCM, we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.

Please email your resume to rgmcareers@dccm.com