Business Development Manager - PFAS/CEC/Microplastics

KUBOTA Membrane USA Corporation; Ohio; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan with company match

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Discretionary annual bonus

Job summary

A leading environmental solutions provider is seeking a Business Development Manager specializing in PFAS treatment. This role involves overseeing technological development and market evaluation while collaborating with international teams. Ideal candidates will hold a degree in chemistry or environmental science and have a strong understanding of water treatment processes. This position can be remote or hybrid from Canton, Ohio.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of chemistry related to PFAS, CEC, and microplastics.
• Experience with wastewater treatment processes is advantageous.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 Suite.

Responsibilities

• Oversee business and technological development of treatment technologies.
• Collaborate with research departments and present findings.
• Manage PFAS-related research projects and evaluate markets.
• Manage projects including budget planning and system commissioning.
• Write and present technical reports and conference materials.
• Develop strong working relationships with engineering consulting firms, utilities, and industry partners for joint research at treatment plants or facilities.
• Advance technology readiness levels from basic principles to full-scale systems.

Skills

Knowledge of PFAS treatment

Research experience in environmental science

Business development

Data analysis

Education

B.S. or M.S. in chemistry, environmental science, or environmental engineering

MS/PhD in chemistry/environmental science/environmental engineering with PFAS/CEC research

Tools

Microsoft 365 Suite

Job description

Business Development Manager - PFAS CEC Microplastics

Business Development Manager - PFAS/CEC/Microplastics Treatment Specialist

• Company: Kubota Water and Environment USA
• Location: This is a national search, that can be remote or hybrid from our Canton, Ohio - R&D Facility.
• Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt Position
• Industry: Water, Wastewater, and Environmental Services
• Status: Open until Filled

Job Summary

We are seeking applicants for a Business Development Manager specializing in per/poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), contaminants of emerging concern (CEC), and microplastics treatment. This position supports the strategic direction of the company for successful technological developments, solutions, and improvements. The Business Development Manager will report to the President of KWU. The primary function of this role is to serve as KWU’s expert on PFAS, CEC, and microplastics. Responsibilities include studying treatment markets, coordinating and piloting new technologies for compatibility with Kubota MBR systems, and advancing technologies along the technology readiness level (TRL) scale. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of chemistry, specifically as it relates to PFAS, CEC, microplastics, and water/wastewater treatment processes. A high degree of initiative, independent thinking, and creativity is essential. Knowledge of wastewater treatment and/or membrane bioreactor (MBR) processes is advantageous.

Responsibilities

This position will focus on PFAS-related research projects, technology piloting, PFAS market evaluation and business development.

• Oversee business and technological development of treatment technologies for PFAS, CEC, and microplastics.
• Collaborate with Kubota Japan’s Research Department, including preparing and presenting reports and data.
• Lead experimental planning and design, including data analysis and interpretation.
• Manage projects, including capital planning, budget management, and system commissioning.
• Write and present technical reports, summarizing results for conference papers, and presentations.
• Develop strong working relationships with engineering consulting firms, utilities, and industry partners to conduct joint research projects at treatment plants, industrial sites, or other facilities.
• Advance technology readiness levels from basic principles to actual full-scale systems.

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S.in chemistry, environmental science or environmental engineering, with research experience in a PFAS destruction.
• Knowledge/experience in the water,wastewater industry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Suite.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• M.S. or Ph.D. in chemistry, environmental science or environmental engineering, with research experience in a PFAS and CEC-related capacity.
• Bachelors or MBA and/or experience in business environments.
• Knowledge/experience with wastewater/water sample collection andanalysis.
• Direct knowledge/experience of MBR systems and or other wastewater treatmenttechnology.

The pay range takes into account a wide range of factors that include a candidate’s geographic location; education; skills; experience and training; licensure and certifications. Hired candidate will be eligible to receive a base salary plus discretionary annual bonus.

• Retirementplan with company match.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Kubota Water and Environment USA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

Kubota Water and Environment USA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

Kubota Water and Environment USA is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should fill out our online application.