Wastewater Engineer in Training (EIT) - Grand Forks, ND

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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Environmental Engineering or related field.
• Engineering intern experience on water, wastewater, or rural water projects.
• AutoCAD or Civil 3D experience. 

Physical Qualifications

• 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 

Elevate Your Career with AE2S – Award-Winning Culture and Unmatched Benefits

Advanced Engineering and Environmental Services (AE2S) is an award-winning, specialized civil/environmental consulting engineering firm that provides professional services and a unique brand of extreme client service.  Our work environment is consistently recognized both locally and nationally for our great culture and values, proven recognition programs, and social atmosphere. 

• Significant Opportunities to Grow and Advance
• Great Culture and Spirit where Creativity is Fostered
• Core Values which Speak to the Heart of AE2S and its Employees
• Large, Diverse, and Challenging Projects with the Latest Technology
• Family-Friendly with Flexibility and Work-Life Balance

AE2S offers more than just competitive compensation and a best-in-class insurance package to our employees and families; our benefit plan is one of the richest plans currently in the marketplace today!

• 100-percent paid Family Health Insurance 
• 100-percent paid Employee Dental, Short- & Long-Term Disability, and Vision Insurance
• Discretionary Bonus Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Matching 401(k) Contributions 
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Credits for Past Experience
• Paid Parental Leave
• Wellness Program
• Anticipated Starting Salary: $63,000-$77,000 per year DOE (Compensation is subject to variation due to factors such as education, experience, skillset, etc.) Position will remain posted until filled

AE2S is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Disability Employer