Senior Environmental Engineer

Bharat Ecolabs; New Delhi; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Bharat Ecolabs is seeking a senior Environmental Engineer to lead process design, estimation, and technical engagements across wastewater treatment and waste-to-energy projects. This role focuses on DPR development, grant initiatives, and presenting scalable, compliant infrastructure solutions for urban and industrial clients in India.

The ideal candidate has 8–10+ years of hands-on experience in STP/ETP/WTP design, strong commercial sense, and proven ability to coordinate with government bodies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental / Civil / Chemical Engineering.
• 8–10+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Strong hands-on experience in STP/ETP/FSTP/WTP process design.
• Proficiency with wastewater treatment simulation tools (GPS-X, STOAT, BioWin, WEST).

Responsibilities

• Lead process design and hydraulic calculations for STPs, ETPs, FSTPs, and WTPs.
• Prepare PFDs, P&IDs, layout concepts, and equipment sizing.
• Develop BOQs, CAPEX/OPEX models, and techno-commercial proposals.
• Support DPR preparation for government and PPP projects.
• Evaluate new technologies and pilot systems for wastewater and waste-to-energy applications.

Skills

Process design

Estimation

Stakeholder management

Grant proposals

Wastewater treatment modeling

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental / Civil / Chemical Engineering

Tools

GPS-X

STOAT

BioWin

WEST

Job description

Location: India (Project-based travel required)

Industry: Wastewater Treatment | Waste-to-Energy | Environmental Infrastructure

About Bharat Ecolabs

Bharat Ecolabs is a fast-growing environmental solutions company working on advanced wastewater treatment, river rejuvenation, decentralized STPs, and waste-to-energy technologies. We partner closely with government bodies, municipal corporations, and industrial clients to deliver scalable, compliant, and future-ready infrastructure.

We are now looking to onboard a senior, technically strong Environmental Engineer who can lead process design, project estimation, stakeholder engagement, and innovation-driven grant initiatives.

Role Review

We are seeking an experienced Process / Design / Estimation Environmental Engineer with deep on-ground exposure to:

• Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs)
• Water Treatment Plants (WTPs)
• Faecal Sludge Treatment Plants (FSTPs)
• Effluent Treatment Plants (ETPs)

This role requires a blend of technical excellence, commercial understanding, and senior-level stakeholder management, especially with urban local bodies and government departments.

Key Responsibilities

Technical and Engineering

• Lead process design and hydraulic calculations for STPs, ETPs, FSTPs, and WTPs.
• Prepare PFDs, P&IDs, layout concepts, and equipment sizing.
• Develop BOQs, CAPEX/OPEX models, and techno-commercial proposals.
• Support DPR preparation for government and PPP projects.
• Evaluate new technologies and pilot systems for wastewater and waste-to-energy applications.
• Carry out process modelling and optimisation using wastewater treatment simulation software.

Estimation and Tendering

• Prepare detailed cost estimates and bid documents.
• Support tender submissions, technical clarifications, and negotiations.
• Work closely with execution teams for constructability and optimisation.

Stakeholder Management

• Represent Bharat Ecolabs in meetings with:
• Municipal Corporations
• Pollution Control Boards
• Bureaucrats and PSU officials
• Deliver confident technical presentations and project walkthroughs.
• Coordinate with consultants, EPC partners, and government agencies.

Grants & Innovation

• Identify suitable Government and international grants for:
• Wastewater treatment innovations
• Waste-to-energy solutions
• Draft grant proposals and technical justifications.
• Liaise with ministries, funding agencies, and incubators.

Desired Profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental / Civil / Chemical Engineering.
• 8–10+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Strong hands-on experience in STP/ETP/FSTP/WTP process design.
• Proven track record in DPRs and government projects.
• Proficiency in one or more wastewater treatment simulation tools such as GPS-X, STOAT, BioWin, WEST, or similar platforms.
• Comfortable interacting with senior officials and policymakers.
• Experience in grants, research funding, or innovation programs is a strong plus.
• Entrepreneurial mindset—able to work in a growing, fast-moving company.

Why Join Bharat Ecolabs

• Work on marquee river rejuvenation and urban infrastructure projects.
• High-impact role with visibility at State and Central Government levels.
• Opportunity to shape next-generation wastewater and energy recovery solutions.
• Fast growth trajectory with leadership potential.