Water and Wastewater Engineer – Distribution Network

Capus AB · Full-time

Lidköping, Sweden

Water and Wastewater Engineer – Distribution Network Lidköping miljö och teknik AB, Water and Wastewater You are seeking new challenges and meaningful work that makes a difference for people and society. We are looking for people like you – full of commitment, curiosity, and energy. To live and thrive, we need infrastructure and the conditions for a functioning society. We are the municipally owned company that provides Lidköping Municipality with what could be called the invisible infrastructure. This includes water and wastewater, broadband, and power grids, as well as waste management. The power grid is operated by our subsidiary Lidköping elnät AB. Our 120 employees have high expertise ranging from technology, operations, and safety to economics and environment. Our mission plays a significant role in the municipality's work to create a sustainable society and provide excellent service to citizens. We hope you want to join us on the journey to shape that society and provide this service to our customers in Lidköping – we warmly welcome your application to Lidköping miljö och teknik! An Important Part of Lidköping's Development Lidköping is in an expansive phase with several major infrastructure projects and significant reinvestments, along with an increased need for operation and maintenance of the water and wastewater distribution network. You will become part of the Water and Wastewater business area, a great team with forward-thinking spirit and solid experience in water/wastewater and technical supply systems. Water and Wastewater currently consists of approximately 40 employees and is led by a Business Area Manager for Water and Wastewater and two subordinate Unit Managers – one for Water Treatment Plants and one for Distribution Networks. Together, we are responsible for the operation and maintenance of Lidköping's water treatment plant, wastewater treatment plant, distribution networks, pump stations, pressure boosting stations, and the development of our water and wastewater infrastructure. The Role as Water and Wastewater Engineer As a water and wastewater engineer, you will become a key person in developing, renewing, and operating our water and wastewater distribution network. You will work both strategically and practically in an operation where public benefit and quality are paramount. As a water and wastewater engineer, your tasks may include: Planning and Investigation · Contribute to long-term water and wastewater planning and plan for future needs and sustainable solutions. · Conduct technical investigations, capacity calculations, and flow analyses as a basis for investments and development. · Analyze inflow and extraneous water and plan reinvestments in the water and wastewater distribution network. · Develop and maintain data, map materials, and models for the distribution network. Design and Implementation · Design and prepare technical documentation for new construction, reinvestment, and renewal of the water and wastewater distribution network. · Participate in and lead water and wastewater projects together with consultants, contractors, and internal project managers. · Prepare cost estimates and economic documentation for investment decisions. Support Operations and Develop Quality · Provide technical support to the operations team and assist with troubleshooting and operational disruptions. · Analyze operational data and propose measures that strengthen function, operational reliability, and sustainability. · Develop documentation, procedures, and working methods within your area of responsibility. Internal and External Collaboration · Participate in detail plans, building permits, and development matters, as well as procurement processes. · Maintain ongoing contact with property owners, developers, consultants, and authorities. Qualifications We are looking for someone with a bachelor's or master's degree in water and environmental engineering or education/experience that the employer considers equivalent. You have experience with design, operations, or investigation work in the water and wastewater field, specifically in distribution networks, and have good knowledge of AutoCAD and GIS. We are looking for someone who has previously worked with, for example, design, construction management, production planning, cost estimates, and installation specifications. Experience with water and wastewater regulations, water and wastewater law, and subscriber matters is also a merit. If you have worked in VA-banken or EDP Future, that is also a plus. To thrive in this role, you appreciate working in an environment characterized by professionalism, high pace, open-mindedness, and strong positive spirit. As a person, you are driven, energetic, and have a strong interest in your technical field. You enjoy working toward set goals and deadlines. You have a natural ability to plan, structure, and organize your own work. You are flexible, organized, social, service-oriented, and quality-conscious. The work requires good collaboration and communication skills, and working both independently and in a team is a given for you. You have good communication skills in both speech and writing as well as a professional demeanor. You thrive in a dynamic environment characterized by strong growth. Since much of our documentation is in Swedish, it is a requirement that you have good command of Swedish in both speech and writing. Our internal and external contacts are built on collaboration and good relationships, so we place great importance on your personal qualities. A B-class driver's license is required. We offer you good opportunities for personal professional development and stimulating tasks in an organization characterized by commitment and service spirit. Terms of Employment The position is a permanent, full-time employment with a start date by agreement. Depending on previous experience, a probationary period may be applied. The position also involves civil defense placement in your function. Now We Need More – We Warmly Welcome Your Application What we do is important to many people in many ways, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We hope you want to join us on the journey to shape that society and provide this service to our customers in Lidköping. Wondering what there is to do and see when you're not working for us at Lidköping Municipality? Visit www.livetiskaraborg.se and discover all the possibilities Skaraborgs has to offer! In this recruitment process, we are collaborating with Capus. For further information about the position, please contact Johanna Wållgren at 072-660 18 68 or [email protected] We warmly welcome your application by 2026-09-30 at the latest. As part of the recruitment process, work psychological tests and extracts from the criminal record will be conducted.