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Research Engineer I/II

Michigan Technological University

United States, Michigan, Houghton

1400 Townsend Drive (Show on map)

Oct 20, 2025

Department: Center for Technology & Training

Summary	Michigan Technological University is seeking a Research Engineer I/II. This position will serve as an advocate and technical resource for communities and utilities that manage environmental infrastructure (water, sewer, and storm water systems). The position will provide engineering technical support for activities underway at the Center for Technology & Training, which includes work with the Michigan Local Technical Assistance Program (LTAP), the Great Lakes Environmental Infrastructure Center (GLEIC), the Bridge Load Rating Program, the Roadsoft asset management software package, and other research projects. The position requires a strong background in civil engineering or environmental engineering with an emphasis on drinking water, storm water, and wastewater infrastructure.
Responsibilities and Essential Duties	1. Organize, coordinate, facilitate, and/or lead training events at a variety of locations throughout Michigan 2. Create, design, and present drinking water and wastewater-related training materials at webinars, workshops, and conferences throughout Michigan and nationally 3. Participate in research-related activities awarded to the Center for Technology & Training (CTT) in conjunction with other staff and faculty, including proposal writing, conducting research, planning and management of research projects, report preparation, and presentation of findings on an as-needed basis 4. Provide engineering technical assistance to municipalities on environmental infrastructure issues on an as-needed basis 5. Provide technical expertise for engineering-related software development projects 6. Deliver program-related presentations to clients and related professional organizations 7. Functional supervision may be exercised over support staff and student assistants
Required Education, Certifications, Licensures	* Bachelor's degree from ABET-accredited college in civil or environmental engineering with a strong background in drinking water and wastewater systems. * Successful completion of the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
Required Experience	* A minimum of two years of municipal engineering experience in the design, construction, or planning of drinking water and wastewater projects * Knowledge of EPA and state environmental regulations relating to drinking water and wastewater systems * Professional experience using Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Desirable Education and/or Experience	* Advanced degree * Michigan Professional Engineer License or ability to secure one through reciprocity * Experience developing and presenting training material for professional audiences as a subject matter expert * Experience in writing proposals and/or technical research reports * Experience in project management * Experience with projects at the county, city, or state level * Experience with transportation projects * Water or wastewater operator certification and/or experience * Experience preparing state-revolving loan funding applications * Experience managing municipal or utility facility budgets
Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities	* Excellent oral/written communication skills * Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and organizational skills * Demonstrated ability to work with accuracy and attention to detail * Demonstrated ability to work independently and take the initiative to solve problems * Demonstrated ability and willingness to work flexible hours * Demonstrated ability and willingness to devote up to 15% of time to travel * Possess a valid driver's license and meet Michigan Tech University's vehicle use requirements
Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities	* Demonstrated ability to speak before large and small groups of people
Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment	Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following 3 required trainings; additional training may be required by the department. Required University Training: * Employee Safety Overview * Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training * Annual Data Security Training * Annual Title IX Training Background Check: Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed.
Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) % (1=100%)	1
FLSA Status	Exempt
Appointment Term	12 months
Shift	-
Pay Rate/Salary	Salary is negotiable, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Title of Position Supervisor	Associate Director, CTT
Posting Type	Internal & External
Dependent on Funding	Yes

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other Conditions of Employment:
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.

Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

If you require any auxiliary aids, services, or accommodations during Michigan Tech's hiring process please notify the Human Resources office at 906-487-2280 or hr-help@mtu.edu.