Junior Water/Wastewater Process Design Specialist

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work policy

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. in Ottawa seeks a Junior Water/Wastewater Design Specialist to support municipal water and wastewater projects across Eastern Ontario. You’ll assist in design, analysis, field activities, and documentation under guidance from engineers and project managers.

With 0–2 years of experience, you’ll grow through mentorship, work in a hybrid setup, and contribute to planning, design, construction, and commissioning of facilities. A master’s degree is required.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• 0 to 2 years of experience delivering water/wastewater projects for municipalities; co-op/internship is a plus.
• Proficient with Windows-based software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio).
• Working toward P.Eng. designation with Professional Engineers Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Assist with design and analysis of mechanical systems for water and wastewater facilities.
• Support design development for expansions, retrofits and upgrades to infrastructure.
• Prepare engineering calculations, equipment sizing, hydraulic assessments, and reports.
• Develop and review PFDs, P&IDs, system layouts, and mechanical drawings.
• Assist in preparation of contract specifications and tender documents.
• Support multidisciplinary project teams through planning, design, and construction.
• Conduct site visits, review submittals, assist with commissioning and startup.

Skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Strong organizational skills

Education

Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental/Chemical Engineering

Tools

Windows-based software (MS Office)

Visio

Job description

Junior Water/Wastewater Process Design Specialist

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we are transforming intangible ideas into innovative solutions designing the future - today. We are partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our Global Integrated Delivery (GID) teammates. By joining Jacobs, you will commit to supporting and engaging with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other.

We challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. If you’re interested in a long and rewarding career working with a globally ranked water and wastewater treatment engineering firm, and with the industry’s best and most innovative engineers, then Jacobs is where you belong.

The Role:

We are looking for a Junior Water/Wastewater Design Specialist to support our water/wastewater treatment team in the Ottawa office. As part of our team you will have the opportunity to work within many aspects of the municipal water/wastewater treatment market. You will support the planning, design, construction, and commissioning of municipal water and wastewater treatment facilities in Ottawa and across Eastern Ontario. You will work in multidisciplinary teams, and will work under the guidance and mentorship of Process Engineers, Project Managers, Design Managers, and Contract Administrators. You will have an opportunity to expand your skillset through assisting intermediate and senior staff, and will work on projects as small as scoping studies to as large as multi-disciplinary treatment plant upgrades.

Key responsibilities for this position may include:

• Assist with the design and analysis of mechanical systems for water and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Support the design development of expansions/retrofits/upgrades to such infrastructure as:
  • Water/Wastewater Pumping stations
  • Water Treatment Plants
  • Landfill Treatment Plants
  • Biosolids handling systems
  • Chemical feed systems
  • Process piping systems
• Prepare engineering calculations, equipment sizing, hydraulic assessments, and technical reports.
• Develop and review process flow diagrams (PFDs), P&IDs, system layouts, and mechanical design drawings.
• Assist in the preparation of contract specifications and tender documents.

2.Project Support

• Support multidisciplinary project teams during planning, detailed design, and construction phases.
• Participate in project meetings with clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Assist in developing cost estimates, project schedules, and technical evaluations.
• Assist Project Managers in the preparation of invoices, developing quality management plans, and assisting with design coordination activities.

3.Field Services

• Conduct site visits and condition assessments at municipal facilities.
• Review Contractor submittals such as shop drawings and requests for information.
• Assist with equipment inspections, commissioning activities, and startup support.
• Collect field data and prepare site investigation reports.
• Support troubleshooting activities related to process and mechanical equipment.

4.Health, Safety & Quality

• Adhere to company and client health and safety requirements.
• Support quality assurance and quality control processes.
• Promote safe work practices in office and field environments.

In this role you will be working in a hybrid environment. You will be expected to come to the Ottawa office a minimum of two times per week. You may also be required to travel locally for client meetings.

Here’s what you'll need

• Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or other related Engineering discipline.
• 0 to 2 years of experience delivering water/wastewater projects for municipalities. Previous co-op, internship, or consulting experience in water, wastewater, or industrial facilities is considered an asset.
• Proficient in Windows based software (e.g. word, excel, powerpoint, visio).
• Ability to self-motivate and work productively without supervision.
• Strong analytical, conceptual, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Working towards P.Eng. designation with Professional Engineers Ontario.

As part of your Jacobs journey, you will receive project assignments from the local team, as well as (potentially) support other projects across Canada. You will be surrounded by expert mentorship opportunities to help you thrive in your new career. Working together, we will help you grow and pursue what fulfills you while you support in the delivery of infrastructure upgrades and development for our communities.

The base salary range for this position is $59,500.00 to $81,900.00. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across Ontario, Canada locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

At Jacobs, we use AI-driven recruitment to match top talent with opportunity—however, human connection and fairness remain at the heart of every hiring decision.

Jacobs welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request an accommodation, please select here .

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .