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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Engineer / Engineer Intern (EI/EIT) to join a Water & Utility team in St Johns, FL. This hands-on role offers mentorship and exposure across planning, design, permitting, construction, and close-out for potable water, reclaimed water, and wastewater infrastructure projects.

• Assist engineers and project managers with planning, design, permitting, and construction for collection, distribution, storage, pumping, and conveyance systems.
• Perform entry-level engineering calculations, analyses, and design tasks under the supervision of a Professional Engineer.
• Prepare construction plans, drawings, cost estimates, specifications, maps, and technical reports using Autodesk Civil 3D and related tools.
• Support evaluations of project alternatives, engineering assessments, and hydraulic modeling (exposure to WaterCAD/WaterGEMS/SewerCAD/SewerGEMS).
• Assist with project coordination, scheduling, documentation, and construction-phase activities including site visits and field documentation review.
• Contribute to client communications, technical memoranda, presentations, and project correspondence as experience develops.

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Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related ABET-accredited engineering program.
• 0–5 years of related engineering experience; recent graduates encouraged to apply.
• Engineer Intern (EI/EIT) certification required or must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Interest in potable/reclaimed/wastewater systems, utilities, and program/project management.
• Familiarity or coursework experience with Civil 3D, basic hydraulics, and engineering design principles preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work on a collaborative project team.

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What Success Looks Like

Success in this role is built on a willingness to learn, curiosity, attention to detail, and professional communication. You should demonstrate:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Initiative to ask questions, seek feedback, and take on increasing responsibility.
• Professional conduct when coordinating with team members, contractors, and regulatory agencies.

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Compensation & Employment Type

• Estimated salary: $68,436 per year (estimated).
• Employment type: Full-time; Contract classification noted as part of this posting.
• Confidential Client provides a competitive benefits package, professional development, and mentorship aimed at progressing toward PE licensure.

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About the Client & Team

Confidential Client is a professional engineering firm working on water and wastewater infrastructure projects that serve local communities. The team values technical growth, collaborative problem solving, and client-focused delivery. This role offers a strong foundation for early-career engineers seeking experience in water utility engineering and progression toward professional licensure.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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