Assistant Engineer - Water Resources - Olsson

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Are You Passionate About Water Resources Engineering?  Join our team at Olsson, a leading engineering firm, actively seeking a dedicated Assistant Engineer for Water Resources in our Overland Park, KS office.

Embrace this chance to flourish and make a substantial difference in water resources projects with Olsson. Be part of a team that values your contribution, encourages your growth, and is committed to your career development. Join us in making a lasting, positive impact on communities through innovative water resources engineering solutions.

Your primary duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Assists with project design elements for engineering projects utilizing familiarity with standard techniques and established methods. 
• Performs entry-level plan production and receives clearly defined instructions for necessary tasks. 
• Gains knowledge and experience working within design and modeling software. 
• Receives guidance from senior level staff to assist with project schedules and technical engineering calculations. 
• Contributes to limited portions of a broader project while under direct supervision. 
• Gathers and prepares research to assist with the assembly of technical reports. 
• May provide mentoring to student interns by answering questions and offering guidance with routine assignments. 
• May travel and work in all types of terrain and weather conditions at project sites in various stages of construction.

We have one current opening and will consider candidates interested in being located out of our Overland Park office location.

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others
• Having ownership in the work you do
• Using your talents to positively affect communities

You bring to the team:

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to contribute and work well with a team
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering
• Must possess or obtain Engineer Intern certificate (EI)
• Experience with CAD software
• Experience with engineering and design as well as modeling software is a plus
• Aspiration to advance and evolve in the field of water resources engineering

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you’ll:

• Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee. Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Engage in work that has a positive impact in communities.
• Receive an excellent 401(k) match.
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles.
• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance.
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements.

Olsson is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

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