Entry Level Water Engineer in Training – Grand Forks, ND

Ready to make an impact from day one? Join AE2S as an Engineer in Training (EIT) and begin building a rewarding career with a leading engineering consulting firm focused on improving water quality, protecting our environment, and strengthening communities.

As an entry-level engineer, you'll work alongside experienced professionals on meaningful projects from planning and design through construction. You'll gain hands-on experience, receive mentorship from industry experts, and develop the technical and professional skills needed to become a successful engineer.

We are hiring across multiple practice areas, including:

• Water – drinking treatment and distribution
• Wastewater – treatment, modeling, and reuse
• Water Resources – surface water, stormwater management, and flood risk mitigation
• Rural Water – water supply, system development/regionalization

During the application process, you'll have the opportunity to indicate the practice area(s) that interests you most.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers with the development, and preparation of plans, specifications, and construction cost estimates
• Assist project managers in the design and solution of client projects
• Perform construction observation and administration on water related projects
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports, memorandums, and presentations
• Work with Contractors to ensure the project document requirements, process, schedule, and related contractual obligations are understood by Contractors performing work for Owner

Why AE2S

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.

At AE2S, compensation extends beyond base pay and includes opportunities to share in both individual and company success through:

• Discretionary bonus opportunities
• Employee ownership through the ESOP
• Matching 401(k) contributions

Industry-Leading Family Benefits
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

Job Requirements:

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Civil, Chemical 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 the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations

Physical Requirements -

• 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 causes of errors or defects
• May be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including 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

AE2S is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Disability Employer