• Job Description

  Req#: JR101153

  Freese and Nichols is seeking an experienced hydraulic transient engineer to serve as a discipline lead of FNI’s surge modeling team. Management of surge modeling projects for the water and wastewater industry is the primary focus of this position with a secondary focus of business development. The Candidate will lead surge modeling projects and support internal and external design teams. Interest and ability to supervise, coach and mentor technical staff is desired. The position encompasses support of business development activities, including proposal preparation, client visits, and support of marketing activities. Occasional travel for professional development, project and client meetings is required. Build project teams, prepare proposals and presentations, lead shortlist interviews. Participate in marketing activities including professional societies, attend and present at professional conferences, conduct presentations for societies and/or clients and prepare articles for external and internal publications. Maintain effective communications with client, client’s staff, and regulatory agencies. Remain state-of-the-art on existing and pending regulations and related technological advancements. Participate in the administration, interpretation, and implementation of contracts.

  As the Surge Modeling Manager, you will be responsible for project management, client interactions and supporting internal design teams across the United States. Candidate should have hydraulic transient and flow assurance experience and will be working with Bentley Hammer and Synergy Pipeline Simulator (SPS).

  Qualifications

  Additional Job Description

  • 15+ years of experience in hydraulic transient engineering/analysis. 20+ years preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience serving as project manager,
  • Experience in water/wastewater industry is required; oil and gas industry experience is a plus.
  • Education - B.S. degree in Engineering (minimum); M.S. in Engineering (preferred).
  • Excellent communication skills – both technical writing and oral.
  • Ability to lead, motivate, and manage a project team and oversee excellent quality of work.
  • Commitment to technical excellence and the continuous professional development of self and responsible support staff.
  • Professional Engineer license and the ability to become licensed in Texas within 6 months is required.

  At Freese and Nichols, everyone on our team gets to make a meaningful difference in our communities. For 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our society needs: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more. We’ve built our business on long-term relationships with clients and employees alike, resulting in financial stability, career opportunities, and a nationally recognized workplace culture.

  We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, 401(k) matching, paid overtime for salaried employees, tuition reimbursement, and much more. Our unique culture creates an environment for professional growth where we focus on caring for our clients, coworkers, and the communities where we work. Join our team of 1,000 employees as we continue to expand our services throughout the United States. Learn more about working here at freese.com/careers .

  Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because he or she is an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.

  
  We recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we strive to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. As a Federal Contractor, Freese and Nichols is an equal employment, affirmative action employer.

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• About the company

  Freese and Nichols, Inc. is a full-service innovative consulting firm offering engineering, architecture, environmental science, construction and planning services.

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