Water-Wastewater Engineer

Overview

TKDA, a 100% employee‑owned engineering firm with 115 years of experience, is seeking a Professional Water‑Wastewater Engineer to join our team at the Bloomington office.

We’re looking for a civil engineer with prior water/wastewater experience or a strong passion for creating clean water solutions. You’ll design everything from drinking water treatment systems to wastewater collection networks, working on complex projects locally in Minnesota while continuing to serve our clients nationwide.

Tuesday – Thursday in office;
Monday & Friday WFH.

You will be responsible for designing drinking water treatment systems, wastewater collection networks, and related infrastructure; preparing technical reports and specifications; and presenting project information to clients, contractors, and team members.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis on water and wastewater treatment, hydraulic design, or infrastructure design.
• Professional Engineer in the State of Minnesota (or ability to obtain within 12 months) with a minimum of four (4) years of progressive experience with water and wastewater projects.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills when preparing technical reports and specifications, participating in project team discussions, and interacting with clients and contractors.
• Desire and/or demonstrated ability to coach, mentor, and develop less experienced engineering professionals (graduate engineers, technicians, and interns).
• Ability to travel as needed for construction administration, team meetings, client consultations, site inspections/visits; occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Ability to work outdoors, including walking and climbing over rough terrain while carrying up to 40 lbs and/or standing for extended periods of time.
• Possession of a valid driver's license with a record that meets company requirements.

• Previous project‑management experience or related responsibilities, including managing project scopes, schedules, and budgets.
• Experience collaborating with or leading a multi‑disciplined project team.
• Experience assisting with market‑development activities to secure new contract opportunities, including preparation of proposals and fee estimates.
• Prior experience or aspiration to establish, cultivate, and enhance relations with existing and prospective clients and stakeholders.
• Working knowledge of Arc Map, SWWM, AFT Fathom, Sewer
  
  CAD, Hydro
  
  CAD, Water
  
  CAD and/or Revit.

The listed salary range reflects base pay for candidates with 4–12 years of related experience. Compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, and responsibilities.

• Health benefits:
  
  medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one.
• Annual incentive plan: eligible for discretionary bonuses.
• Monthly HSA contributions if you choose an HSA‑eligible plan.
• 401(k) match: employer matching on 401(k) deferrals.
• ESOP: benefit from the Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits.
• Paid time off: accrue PTO based on experience and eight paid holidays per year.

Upon acceptance of a conditional offer, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre‑employment background screening, including Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history.

To be considered for this opportunity and to perform the assigned responsibilities, candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States, possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record, and have the ability to travel frequently throughout the country for project assignments. The selected candidate may also be required to complete and pass any background, security, motor‑vehicle record (MVR), or drug test requests required by TKDA, clients, and applicable state and/or federal agencies.