Project Engineer, EI&C

Job Description

Job Description

MWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment-focused general contractor in the US with a rich history dating back to the 19th century.

Fueled by the mission of Building a Better World, our teams are rapidly growing across the nation.

As a company committed to our team's well-being and growth, we offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to a mission that shapes the future.

Your expertise and ambition are valued here.

The work we do matters. The critical systems infrastructure we build changes lives, betters' communities, and improves ecosystems.

If you're passionate about this, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

MWH is currently seeking a Project Engineer to support engineering coordination and construction of the Electrical and Instrumentation and Controls packages on a large wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) project in San Francisco, CA.

This position will report directly to the Senior Instrumentation and Controls PM. This position is accountable for supporting all aspects of delivery for instrumentation and controls work that may include shop drawing and RFI management, As Built maintenance, contract management, change management, quality management, and issues management.

The Project Engineer must ensure work is performed in accordance with the contract documents and other engineering standards.

The project involves new, cutting-edge technology in the US wastewater market called Thermal Hydrolysis. This highly sophisticated technology has many benefits, one being that it essentially converts the biosolids from the treatment process into renewable energy.

When completed, this will be one of the largest Thermal Hydrolysis wastewater treatment plants in operation in the entire U.S.

Essential Functions

RFIs and Submittals : 60%

Using analytical skills, review requests for information from subcontractors for clarity and confirm information that cannot be discerned from the contract documents.

Shepherd through the Engineer of Record response process and coordinate response with applicable subcontractors.

• Use engineering skills to analyze subcontractor and manufacturer’s submittals against contract documents, including exercising discretion to determine if a proffered substitution is sufficiently comparable to recommend for approval.
• Manage the submittal process, including reviewing and approving shop drawings, using engineering judgment to ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
• Conduct thorough technical reviews of submittals, identifying deviations from project requirements and coordinating with relevant parties to address and resolve issues.

Project Coordination, Communication, and Problem Solving : 30%

• Provide support to the Trade Package Project Managers and Site Superintendents.
• Shop Drawing Management Use technical and analytical skills to review shop drawings for general compliance with contract documents and coordination with relevant equipment.

Shepherd through the Engineer of Record review and approval process.

Change Management In coordination with PMs and Superintendents, analyze proposed change orders against the contract documents, and use engineering judgment to assess the validity of the proposed cost estimates for the work.

Assist in the management of Time and Materials tickets where required on executed change orders and force account work.

• Scheduling Link shop drawings to construction schedule activities to ensure timely completion and support PMs in weekly progress updates with the trade contractors and program schedule team in submittal status.
• Issues Management Attend routine meetings and track critical issues requiring resolution to maintain construction progress.

Drive issues to conclusion through active communications with responsible parties.

• Quality Responsible for understanding quality requirements of assigned trade packages and coordinate with trade contractors and Program Quality team to ensure that quality activities are planned, executed, and documented according to contract requirements.
• Safety - Responsible for the safe conduct of MWH personnel to ensure a zero-accident project. Ensure all site personnel meet minimum safety requirements (e.

g. training, orientations, tools and equipment).

Work in a manner to ensure your personal safety and that of fellow employees by following company health and safety guidelines and policies.

Documentation and Record Keeping : 10%

Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of all RFI’s, submittals, and related correspondence.

Basic Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering required
• 2+ years of experience in project engineering or field engineering in electrical, controls, or instrumentation fields.
• Familiarity with reading contract drawings and specifications, and basic construction principles and practices.

Preferred Qualifications

Instrumentation, controls or electrical experience in the water / wastewater industry, or similar industries.

Compensation

The anticipated salary for this position is $85,000 - $125,000.

Benefits

• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
• 100% Company Paid Benefits : Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).
• Employee Referral Program

MWH Constructors is a global project delivery company in heavy civil construction with a focus on water and wastewater treatment infrastructure.

With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities, MWH Constructors provides single-source, integrated design and construction services through a full range of project delivery methods.

Incorporating industry-leading preconstruction and construction services, the Company’s multi-disciplined team of engineering and construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new facilities, infrastructure improvement and expansion, and capital construction services.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Please note that all positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment

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