Description
Banner Associates is an employee-owned engineering and consulting firm focused on delivering solutions that support strong communities and reliable infrastructure. Our success comes from our people, which is why we create an environment built on collaboration, growth, and continuous improvement. Our teams work closely with clients and communities across the region, bringing practical solutions and trusted expertise to every project.
As a Project Engineer in the Wastewater Department, you will work with project teams to support wastewater infrastructure projects from planning and design through construction. This role works closely with project managers, engineers, technical staff, and clients to help deliver quality projects that serve the communities we work in.
Requirements
What You'll Do
- Develops project plans, specifications, and technical reports
- Performs engineering calculations, design work, and software modeling
- Coordinates work with surveying and civil engineering technician staff
- Supports construction administration, observation, and startup related responsibilities
- Assists with project coordination to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget
- Works with project managers and clients to support successful project delivery
- Provides technical guidance and mentorship to staff engineers and engineering technicians
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an accredited four year program
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) required
- 4 to 8 years of relevant engineering experience
- Experience with wastewater infrastructure projects preferred
- Strong communication and problem solving skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Valid driver’s license
Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently in the United States.
Our Culture and Values
At Banner Associates, our culture is grounded in shared values that guide how we work, lead, and grow together.
Culture of Improvement
We believe growth comes from being open to learning, challenging ourselves, and stepping outside our comfort zones. We continuously seek ways to improve both personally and professionally because growth drives progress and better outcomes.
Reliable
Reliability means being dependable, accountable, and trustworthy. When we commit to something, we follow through. Trust is the foundation of strong relationships with clients, coworkers, and partners.
People Focused
We put people first because strong relationships drive strong results. We listen, communicate clearly, and create an environment built on respect, collaboration, and support.
Passionate with an Encouraging Attitude
We bring energy and purpose to our work. We support one another, stay positive through challenges, and create a culture where people thrive and great work happens.
We value innovation, collaboration, and forward thinking, and we empower our team members to make meaningful contributions, improve how we get work done, and create real impact for our clients and communities. Banner isn’t the average engineering firm. Prairie Business Magazine has named us one of the Top 50 Best Places to Work six years in a row, and we aren’t slowing down.
We offer a great work environment, competitive pay, excellent benefits, a company-matched retirement plan, performance bonuses, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for professional development. Employees also have opportunities for paid volunteer time in the communities we serve.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Banner Associates provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to participate in the application process and perform essential job functions.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please contact:
Shawna Witt
Director of Human Resources
605-692-6342
Banner Associates, Inc.
409 22nd Ave S.
Brookings, SD 57006
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited four year program
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
- 4 to 8 years of relevant engineering experience
- Experience with wastewater infrastructure projects
- Strong communication and problem solving skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Valid driver's license
- Legally authorized to work permanently in the United States
What We Do
Established in 1947, Banner Associates, Inc. is an employee-owned professional services firm providing civil engineering, architectural consulting, environmental, and land surveying services. They specialize in municipal infrastructure, particularly water and wastewater systems, delivering planning, design, and construction solutions. The company serves both public and private sector clients throughout South Dakota and the broader Upper Midwest region to engineer a better community.
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