Planning Engineer

American Water Works Co Inc

McMurray, PA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Analysis Skills, Budget Management, Budgeting, Business Model, Business Skills, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Calibration, Capacity Analysis, Construction, Construction Contracts, Construction Design, Construction Planning, Construction Project Management, Consulting, Contract Management, Customer Support/Service, Design Theory, Detail Oriented, Driver's License, Engineer in Training (EIT), Engineering Consulting, Environmental Regulations, Financial Analysis, Hydraulic Engineering, Interpersonal Skills, JavaScript, Leadership, Management Consulting, Negotiation Skills, Operational Support, Performance Analysis, Performance Reviews, Persuasion Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project/Program Management, Quantitative Analysis, Regulatory Requirements, Reporting Skills, Service Delivery, Strategic Planning, Systems Analysis, Systems Engineering, Team Building, Technical Leadership, Technical/Engineering Design, Trend Analysis, Water Quality Testing, Water Treatment, Water Utility, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
McMurray, PA
POSTED
9 days ago

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Job Title: Planning Engineer

Posting Start Date: 6/17/26

Job Description:

Primary Role

The Engineer, Planning is responsible for engineering tasks focused on assessing the long-term needs of our water and/or wastewater utility systems anddeveloping project solutions that will ensure the efficient and reliable delivery of services to our customers. This role will assist their respective teams withcompleting engineering tasks such as hydraulic modeling, demand projections, asset condition and performance assessments, developing treatment strategies,and preparing comprehensive planning recommendations. Responsibilities may also include technical partnering and supervision over consulting engineers,technicians, and/or CAD operators.

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Key Accountabilities

  • Assist with the preparation of strategic water and wastewater system engineering planning studies.
  • Conduct system capacity evaluations, analysis of water source, treatment, pumping and collection/distribution, storage, or other system deficiencies asassigned to support ongoing operations, service extension requests or regional growth opportunities.
  • Hydraulic model development, calibration and analysis for water distribution systems and wastewater collection systems.
  • Assist with multiple small to medium size projects and perform varied engineering assignments associated with planning, design or construction.
  • Develop technical information and concepts into feasible and effective engineering approaches.
  • Establish project budgets and scope.
  • Support the pre-qualification and selection of consulting and construction organizations for projects using negotiation or competitive selection processes.

Knowledge/Skills

  • Demonstrated knowledge of engineering design theory and practice.
  • Familiarity with project management, construction and contract management, water and wastewater facilities, and utility operations.
  • Knowledge of current trends in water quality and treatment and other aspects of the water industry.
  • Familiarity with environmental regulatory requirements, and trends impacting the water industry.
  • Sound business acumen and judgment.
  • Effective quantitative and analytical skills; attention to detail.
  • Effective verbal and written communications skills (e.g., report writing, listening, and presentation).
  • Strong interpersonal skills (e.g., tact/diplomacy, persuasion, team building, cooperation, leadership, ability to motivate others.
  • Financial analysis skill, including budget management, business modeling, and basic accounting knowledge.

Experience/Education

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering; advanced degree preferred.
  • EIT or 2 - 4 years' experience in Engineering design, planning, construction, project delivery and/or project management.
  • Water system and wastewater collection system hydraulic modeling experience is a plus.
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Engineer in Training (EIT) preferred

Travel Requirements

  • Up to 20%, as required

Other

Work Environment

  • Primarily in the office with occasional work in the field at water/wastewater facilities to conduct site investigations and participate in on-site project kick-off/review meetings

Short Description

Competencies

Champions safety

Customer obsessed

Cultivates innovation

Drives Results

Nimble learning

Collaborates

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About the Company

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American Water Works Co Inc