Wastewater Systems Engineer I
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Our mission is protecting the world's water. We work every day to support the sustainability of our most precious resource, so our people know what they're doing matters.
As a systems engineer you'll provide design assistance and technical support on Orenco and Infiltrator Engineered Systems. Most importantly, you'll work with supportive teammates who have a strong work ethic and are committed to doing the right thing.
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GENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:
This is an entry-level position that provides assistance and support for the Systems Engineering Team, and as an extension, the Regional Sales Team. The Systems Engineer I provides engineering design and technical support on the commercial and municipal wastewater collection and/or treatment system projects ("Engineered Systems"). The Systems Engineer I will regularly interact with internal Orenco and Infiltrator employees, and at times with contractors/installers, designers/engineers, developers, our business partners (a.k.a. distributors, dealers, and suppliers), service providers/operators, and Regulators regarding these projects. The Systems Engineer I will prepare a wide range of project specific documentation including but not limited to, proposals, design review letters, and quotes. The Systems Engineer I will research, review, and process project specific orders for Orenco Systems products and services, develop custom commercial O&M (Operation and Maintenance) manuals, and will provide superior customer service in all internal and external interactions
This position is an on-site position. Must reside within a reasonable commute or be willing to relocate to the area.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and KRA (Key Result Areas):
> Safety/Culture
Continuously maintains Orenco and Infiltrator management's safety, cultural, and professional standards.
Promotes, encourages, and reinforces a positive safety culture, safe practices, and a safe work environment to all employees.
Conducts all work in a safe manner and promotes safe work practices to all employees and clients.
> Customer Support
Improves the overall customer experience by providing value add product recommendations.
Educates external stakeholders.
Grows our contact database of key external stakeholders to ensure they are receiving regular communication from Orenco.
Coordinates with other employees to accomplish the work required to close sales.
> Leading
Demonstrates leadership within the Systems Engineering department and within the organization daily.
Participates in all meetings and contributes ideas and opinions.
Improves methods for internal and customer-facing processes.
Volunteers and participates in team, department, and organizational initiatives.
Coordinates with various departments within Orenco regarding team initiatives and objectives.
Sets and strives to complete annual personal development goals.
> Planning
Participates in the development and completion of the quarterly and annual territory plans aligned with territory, regional, and/or company plans.
> Systems Engineering Support
Supports the Systems Engineering team, and as an extension the Regional Sales team. Assists with the project management of commercial and municipal collection and/or treatment opportunities.
Provides a variety of design support services for commercial and municipal collection and/or treatment projects. These activities include, but are not limited to, proposals, plan reviews, design review letters, specifications, project submittals, project specific drawings, quotes, and custom O&M manuals.
Researches, reviews, and processes orders for commercial and municipal collection and/or treatment projects.
Assists in research projects under the guidance of other senior systems engineers.
Supports in the commissioning of commercial systems, when applicable.
> Reporting
Thoroughly documents all tasks and customer interactions in CRM (Customer Relations Management).
Inputs, updates, and ensures accuracy of customer contact information in CRM.
Maintains an accurate, up-to-date, CRM opportunity database.
Submits and distributes timely activity and trip reports.
Communicates distributor/dealer needs back to Regional Team.
> Becomes familiar with all Orenco and Infiltrator related products and technologies.
> Becomes familiar with all state and local regulatory rules.
> Will occasionally perform additional duties for the Systems Engineering team, the Regional Sales team, Asset Management and Customer Service team.
> Work to be done during manufacturing business hours, which may include an occasional early and/or later shift as needed. Occasional long hours may be required.
> Regular, consistent, & predictable attendance is required.
> Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION:
An AS (Associate in Science) engineering degree or equivalent is required. A BS (Bachelor of Science) degree in engineering is a plus.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
Two years' experience in water/wastewater field a plus.
Ability to learn quickly and utilize engineering knowledge and skills for problem analysis and resolution.
Good organizational skills are required.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills are required.
Ability to give technical presentations to a large audience.
Provides professional, courteous, customer service to individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Demonstrated competence with applications such as word-processing, spreadsheets, and email.
Able and willing to travel a minimum of 10% of the work time. This requirement will fluctuate depending on the regional assignments, market maturity, other regional resources, territory size, business needs and other objectives.
Ability to travel includes meeting current travel requirements with airlines as well as in final destinations.
Ability to be flexible and change priorities with little notice Usessound judgement and follow-through in problem-solving and decision-making processes.
Must be able to meet and maintain Orenco's approved driver criteria; a valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record, current insurance on personal vehicle, and meet company insurability requirements.
This position is an on-site position. Must reside within a reasonable commute or be willing to relocate to the area.
TOOLS and EQUIPMENT:
Cellphone
General office equipment
General field equipment
Laptop computer
Multi-line phone with intercom
Vehicle
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Office environment with occasional exposure to outside elements when traveling or conducting field work.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Primarily office environment. Regular job duties include seeing, speaking, hearing, reading, writing, keyboarding, prolonged periods of sitting including extended time viewing a computer screen. Intermittent physical activity including standing, walking, climbing stairs and/or ladders, reaching, pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, squatting, driving, and occasional light lifting of under 20 lbs.
May also include occasional unassisted lifting of up to 50 lbs., occasionally up to 70 lbs. Lifting over 70 lbs. must be assisted.
Travel requirements may include operation of a motor vehicle, airplane travel, and overnight stays in temporary lodging. Requires the ability to visit project sites that are situated on a variety of developed and undeveloped terrain/locations. Includes exposure to outside weather conditions when at customer sites. Conducting field work may include occasional exposure to wastewater, requiring proper use of personal protective equipment including but not limited to gloves.
All job requirements in this job description indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities deemed necessary to perform the job competently. Job descriptions are an overview of the duties, responsibilities, and requirements of the position. Employees may be required to perform other job-related assignments as requested.
I have read and understand the job requirements, responsibilities and expectations set forth in the job description provided for my position. I attest that I am able to perform the essential job functions as outlined with or without any reasonable accommodation.
- Location:
- Sutherlin
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