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Lochner

Civil Engineer - Water & Wastewater EIT

Lochner, Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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Founded in 1944, Lochner is a trusted infrastructure services provider for aviation, surface transportation and water clients who need high-quality, forward-looking solutions to complex challenges. Our vision is to become a Top 100 leader in the A/E industry, centered on an agile, engaged, and empowered workforce coming together to embrace the art of the possible and make a lasting difference in our world.

Are you ready to join us on this journey?

As a people‑centric company, Lochner’s purpose is to empower our team to put their knowledge to work, enhancing communities across the US. To achieve this, we hire candidates of all experiences and skillsets because amazing things happen when people with diverse backgrounds come together to solve problems. We believe collaboration is more than a buzz word — it is a guiding principle in which every point of view is valued and heard and is the driving force in delivering our best work. At all levels of the organization, we foster an entrepreneurial spirit and culture of autonomy to advance our strategic vision and continually seek our next success story.

We are seeking entry level and experienced Civil Engineers with 0‑4 years of experience in Water & Wastewater to join our KFA Family to work from either our Austin, Round Rock, San Antonio, or Houston offices.

Primary Responsibilities

Performing water analysis and design studies, detailing and plan set production

Working under the supervision of a Professional Engineer and working with other technical staff to produce quality designs and plans and interpreting plans from other engineering related disciplines (survey, utility, etc.).

Performing specific or broad assignment tasks, assisting with planning, budgeting, and schedule tracking.

Potential work may include assistance with water & wastewater master planning, design, and technical reviews.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Entry level to 4 years of experience in engineering water & wastewater, design, and plan production

EIT Certification or ability to obtain an EIT certification within six months of hire

Ability to work independently at times and as part of a multidisciplinary team at others.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills required to build relationships with team members.

Additional Consideration For

Experience in MicroStation and ORD

Experience with HEC‑HMS and HEC‑RAS

Familiarity with 2d modeling such as HEC‑RAS 2D, ICM or SWMM

Experience in ArcGIS

TxDOT or municipal design experience

Commitment Joining Lochner means gaining access to a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health and financial well-being throughout your career.

Benefits

Competitive Premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision

Paid Time Off and Flexible Holiday Program

Company Paid Disability (includes paid Maternity Leave), and Life Insurance

Health Savings Accounts (HSA) with Employer Contribution

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for Medical Expenses and/or Dependent Care

Paid Family Leave

Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match

Flexible Work Schedules (Hybrid or Remote, when possible)

Wellness Program for Physical and Mental Health

Lochner Cares Non‑Profit 501c3

Education and Training Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discounts

Paid Time Off for Charitable Acts of Service

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Physical Requirements The physical requirements must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Intermittent sitting, walking, standing, bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, twisting, stoop, crawl, and lifting. The employee must frequently lift and/or move light equipment up to 20 pounds. Must be alert to equipment in the field, occasional need to work near hazardous equipment and machinery, occasional need to walk on uneven ground, exposure to dust, gas or fumes, exposure to noise, extremes in temperature or humidity, and potential work at heights.

Equal Employer Lochner is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. Lochner provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

All positions at Lochner require an applicant who has accepted an employment offer to undergo pre‑employment screening. Background checks include SSN/SIN validation, motor vehicle verification, education verification, employment verification, a criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, and drug test. All employment offers are contingent upon successful results of the pre‑employment screening.

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