Project Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists

Location: Iowa, 600 Arrasmith Trail, Ames, IA 50010, USA

Our mission at Wes Tech is to help communities thrive by delivering high‑quality water solutions with superior service – safely and sustainably. To achieve this mission, we recruit great people to be part of our collegial and collaborative teams in engineering, design, project management, field service, plant operations, professional services and more.

As one of the leading operating brands of Swire Water, our values of integrity, humility, endeavor, excellence and continuity make this an outstanding working environment. Our continuing success creates attractive opportunities for purpose‑driven professionals to develop new skills, support vital industries, and grow their careers.

Project Engineer 2 is a mid‑level position working in a self‑directed capacity under minimal supervision. Project Engineer 2 will work closely with other engineers to become familiar with Wes Tech values, projects, equipment and structural, mechanical, electrical, or controls system design through hands‑on opportunities, training, and observation. It is expected that a Project Engineer 2 can apply knowledge and skill from previous experience and relevant training.

• Work on assigned projects and tasks as directed
• Perform basic design tasks and calculations
• Create clean, documented designs based on standards and reference projects
• Learn applicable code, design practices and industry standards
• Commit to and complete tasks within expected time frame, holding oneself accountable
• Learn to work collaboratively on a team and communicate in meetings

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree in one of the following disciplines:
  • Civil/Structural Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Automation/Robotic Technology or similar
• Experience:
  
  3–4 years or more of related experience
• Strong math skills, specifically trigonometry and geometry, understanding of chemistry and physics
• Excellent computer skills: MS Word, Excel, and other Windows applications
• Detail‑oriented, well organized
• Self‑motivated with detailed and complete follow‑through

• Professional Engineer (PE) certification (if relevant to area of discipline)
• Knowledge of ASME Pressure Vessel Code and application
• Knowledge of software such as Mathcad, Inventor, STAAD or other FEA / CFD software as relevant to area of discipline

• Ability to use a workstation using computer/phone
• Some lifting may be involved (up to 40 lbs.)

• Competitive salary and performance‑based annual bonuses
• Dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match of 6%
• Flexible work hours, hybrid schedules with remote work options
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package
• Company HSA contribution, paid parental leave, employee assistance program
• Company‑paid life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, and long‑term disability
• PTO plan and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company celebrations, summer parties, volunteer opportunities, games, prize drawings, and more

Wes Tech considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.