Drinking Water Process Engineer

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About the role

In this role, you will function as a water process engineer, serving as a technical specialist or lead process engineer in conventional water treatment (coagulation, clarification, softening, media filtration) and advanced water treatment (membrane filtration, reverse osmosis for brackish and seawater, UV/AOP, ozonation, carbon adsorption, distribution system water quality). You will apply advanced engineering techniques to solve complex water quality and treatment challenges, develop technical guidance for engineering staff, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement treatment solutions.

Your responsibilities will include developing and presenting technical evaluations to clients and stakeholders, assisting in business development, and supporting external marketing through conference presentations and client relationship management. This role offers diverse opportunities in water treatment and process design, including conventional water treatment, brackish and seawater desalination, reuse, and mining water, with global project involvement and career growth potential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare or assist in developing engineering deliverables, including process/mass balance calculations, design criteria/basis of design memoranda, process flow diagrams, P&IDs, tradeoff studies, and master planning studies.
• Support multiple projects simultaneously with complex technical challenges.
• Develop as a technical specialist with guidance from senior process engineers, providing expertise in water quality considerations and conventional/advanced water treatment systems.
• Design complete projects of moderately complex scope within assigned practice area(s).
• Perform applied research, including bench, pilot, and full-scale testing to assess alternative treatment processes.
• Develop recommendations for appropriate treatment processes, equipment, and materials selection.
• Oversee data collection, assimilation, analysis, and management for process design work.
• Prepare complex engineering calculations following standard methods and principles.
• Manage assigned budget, schedule, and quality requirements.
• Apply advanced engineering techniques and analysis to solve problems.
• Review the work of junior engineers and lead process design of projects.
• Demonstrate strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Develop conceptual-level life cycle costs to evaluate treatment options.
• Coordinate with internal and external team members for successful project execution.
• Assist in identifying key client interests and drivers for ongoing projects and new business prospects.
• Communicate client interests to project teams and develop creative solutions to meet client goals.
• Support business development and pursuit activities, including proposal development and client interviews.
• Present on applied research, industry trends, and innovative projects at local, regional, and national conferences.
• Foster technical and professional development of junior engineers through mentoring and guidance.
• Provide guidance on department design guides, standards, and applicable engineering codes related to water quality and treatment.
• Assist in developing, maintaining, and updating engineering standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (civil, environmental, or chemical) from a recognized accredited program.
• Minimum of 5 years of related work experience in drinking water treatment, with at least 4 years focused on water quality and treatment (analysis, evaluations, process design, regulatory compliance, distribution water quality).
• Knowledge of process design for municipal water treatment systems, federal and state regulations, engineering design principles, and applicable design guides and standards.
• Professional engineering license preferred or ability to obtain one within 2 years of employment.
• Ability to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements, including background checks, drug screening, and motor vehicle records search.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Master’s or Doctoral) in civil, environmental, or chemical engineering.
• 8 years of experience in drinking water treatment.
• Established leadership skills with deep understanding of consulting, project execution, client services, and business development.
• Effective written and oral communication skills, with strengths in drive for results, priority setting, planning, delegation, conflict management, and team building.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and 401K match with benefits starting on day 1.
• Hybrid work environment with flexible scheduling to balance work and personal life.
• Comprehensive health care benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Disability coverage and a robust wellness program.
• Paid vacation, holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.
• Company-matched 401k plan and employee stock ownership (ESOP).
• Adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, and an employment referral program.
• Voluntary legal plan, AD&D insurance, and access to the B&V Credit Union.
• Performance-based bonus program eligibility.

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