Company Description We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company. We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.Job Description Olsson offers its clients a full spectrum of water and wastewater services, including a complete line of planning, design, permitting, and construction phase services. Maintaining water quality is Olsson’s number one concern, and we are able to respond to a broad set of client demands in a timely and cost-effective manner. As a Design Associate on our Water/Wastewater team, you will utilize your diversified design experience to perform complex drafting assignments requiring the application of standardized techniques. You will recommend design techniques and minor design changes to ensure the best approach to solve engineering and design needs. You will be able to work well independently, and may direct efforts of less experienced staff. Key responsibilities: Performs detailed design work on projects including preparation of drawings and layouts, reviewing project specifications, and performing design calculations. Conducts research on various design concepts and techniques and develops approaches to enhance project design work. Performs complex computer-aided design assignments and ensures designs align with project objectives and quality standards. May review drawings, prepare project cost estimates, and attend client meetings. Maintains project documentation including drawings, specifications, and project correspondence. Assists in the preparation of environmental impacts or other project studies. May supervise, coordinate, and review work for less experienced staff members. May be required to work in all types of terrain and weather conditions and on project sites in various stages of construction. Our diverse range of projects encompasses water/wastewater conveyance systems, including linear drafting and design using AutoCAD Civil 3D for pump stations, lift stations, sanitary sewer piping, water piping, water storage tanks, and wate..
