What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water/Wastewater Engineer in Training position at AE2S (Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services, LLC)?
Water/Wastewater Engineer in Training (EIT) - Grand Junction or Dillon, CO
As a Water/Wastewater Engineer in Training (EIT), you’ll be part of a collaborative team dedicated to designing and improving essential infrastructure that supports clean water and environmental health. This civil engineer entry-level position is ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals eager to apply their engineering education to real-world challenges.
You’ll work closely with experienced engineers and project managers, gaining hands-on experience across all phases of water and wastewater projects—from initial planning and design to construction observation and administration. This role offers a strong foundation for professional growth, with opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects that serve communities and protect natural resources.
Responsibilities
Build Your Future. Protect What Matters.
AE2S is a 100%Employee-Owned engineering consulting firm focused on solving complex water and infrastructure challenges. In the role, you will have the opportunity to make a national impact while helping communities create safe, sustainable, and resilient water systems.
Compensation And Total Rewards
The anticipated salary range for this position is:
AE2S believes financial security extends beyond salary alone. Our comprehensive benefits program includes:
As a Water/Wastewater Engineer in Training (EIT), you’ll be part of a collaborative team dedicated to designing and improving essential infrastructure that supports clean water and environmental health. This civil engineer entry-level position is ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals eager to apply their engineering education to real-world challenges.
You’ll work closely with experienced engineers and project managers, gaining hands-on experience across all phases of water and wastewater projects—from initial planning and design to construction observation and administration. This role offers a strong foundation for professional growth, with opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects that serve communities and protect natural resources.
Responsibilities
- Assist project managers and engineers in the design and construction of drinking water and wastewater infrastructure, including water supply, treatment facilities, water distribution systems, wastewater collection systems, and pump stations.
- Assist project managers with the development and preparation of plans, specifications, and construction cost estimates.
- Perform construction observation and administration on water related projects
- Assist in the preparation of technical reports, memorandums, and presentations.
- Occasionally assist professional surveyors with field work on crews performing data gathering for designs and/or construction staking.
- Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Civil Engineering or related field.
- Fundamentals in Engineering certified or ability to obtain.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to travel as required.
- All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
- Master's degree in Environmental Engineering or related field.
- Engineering intern experience on water, wastewater, or rural water projects.
- AutoCAD or Civil 3D experience.
Build Your Future. Protect What Matters.
AE2S is a 100%Employee-Owned engineering consulting firm focused on solving complex water and infrastructure challenges. In the role, you will have the opportunity to make a national impact while helping communities create safe, sustainable, and resilient water systems.
Compensation And Total Rewards
The anticipated salary range for this position is:
- $63,000-$77,000
- This salary range represents AE2S's good-faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, technical expertise, licensure, certifications, education, geographic location, internal equity, and business needs.
- Discretionary bonus opportunities
- Employee ownership through the ESOP
- Matching 401(k) contributions
AE2S believes financial security extends beyond salary alone. Our comprehensive benefits program includes:
- 100-percent company-paid family health Insurance
- 100-percent company-paid employee dental and vision insurance
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Paid Time Off (PTO), including credits for prior experience
- Paid parental leave
- Ability to walk up to 3-miles on uneven terrain
- Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time
- Occasionally climb, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist
- Occasionally lift, carry, push, and pull light to moderate amounts of weight
- May require lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds, with rare lifting of up to 50 pounds
- Ability to inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
- May be required to wear Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) including but not limited to, flame resistant clothing, hard hat, and protective footwear
- May require occasional evenings and weekends with overtime expectations varying with workload
- May be required to travel to off-site locations including occasional overnight stays out of town
Salary : $63,000 - $77,000