Water Treatment Engineering Lead

Primary Function

Serve as a technical lead and/or project manager on water treatment infrastructure projects
Lead and mentor a team of engineers, designers, and support staff to deliver high-quality, on-time, and within-budget solutions.
Develop process designs for advanced and conventional drinking water treatment systems, including pilot testing, bench-scale studies, and process optimization.
Oversee and participate in the preparation of engineering reports, technical memoranda, cost estimates, specifications, and construction drawings.
Collaborate with clients, regulatory agencies, and internal teams throughout all project phases.
Support business development activities, including client engagement, proposal writing, and presentations.
Stay current on emerging technologies, regulations, and industry trends impacting drinking water treatment and distribution.

Primary Duties

• Serve as a technical lead and/or project manager on water treatment infrastructure projects
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, designers, and support staff to deliver high-quality, on-time, and within-budget solutions
• Develop process designs for advanced and conventional drinking water treatment systems, including pilot testing, bench-scale studies, and process optimization
• Oversee and participate in the preparation of engineering reports, technical memoranda, cost estimates, specifications, and construction drawings
• Collaborate with clients, regulatory agencies, and internal teams throughout all project phases
• Support business development activities, including client engagement, proposal writing, and presentations
• Stay current on emerging technologies, regulations, and industry trends impacting drinking water treatment and distribution

Experience

• Experience with California water regulations and permitting processes
• Experience with physical-chemical modeling processes (RTW Software, Membrane Water Quality/Hydraulic Modeling Software, Excel-based process equipment sizing tools)
• Experience in executing- and managing- the development of detailed mechanical process plans, specifications, and cost estimates as the Engineer-of-Record for both small- and large projects

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering (Master’s preferred)
• Professional Civil Engineer (PE) license (California PE preferred)
• Minimum 8 to 12 years of relevant experience in drinking water treatment and infrastructure design and delivery as a lead designer and/or project technical leader, and engineer-of-record
• Proven record leading multi-disciplinary teams on water treatment and infrastructure projects
• Strong knowledge of drinking water treatment processes (e.g., conventional coagulation/ filtration processes, disinfection processes, chemical systems, groundwater treatment technologies, and membrane systems)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced, client-facing environment

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation is based on experience and qualifications. The salary range for this position is $140,000 – $200,000. The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits, and most importantly, an opportunity for engagement and support from an engineering team that has led major regional and national water resource projects.

About Ardurra

We are a team-oriented and highly motivated group who strongly believe in and understand the importance of balancing work and personal life. Our recent awards, from Great Place to Work and Zweig Top Firms, are a testament to this value and the support we provide to our fellow team members. Our collaborative work environment and inclusive operating philosophy allow us to maintain a positive work culture while providing excellent service to our clients.

Why Ardurra?

• We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program
• We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home

Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.