Process Engineer - Solids and Energy

Brown and Caldwell, Inc.; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown and Caldwell, Inc. is seeking a solids process engineer to support biosolids projects across the DC Metro area. You will assist local and regional teams in planning, design and construction, with opportunities to contribute beyond the Mid-Atlantic region.

The role emphasizes strong communication, foundational wastewater and solids engineering skills, and the potential to grow both technical and client-facing capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental, civil, chemical, mechanical, or biological engineering.
• 0-2 years of related environmental/process engineering experience.
• Willingness to certify in the SMS framework within six months.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze data, create basic process models and drawings under supervision.
• Support evaluation of current processes and suggest optimizations.
• Prepare concise process engineering tasks and project information.
• Under supervision, perform simple tasks for larger projects.
• Observe troubleshooting and document issues; learn QMP requirements.
• Assist in setting up experiments and data collection.

Skills

Data analysis

Process modeling

Data collection

Engineering basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental, civil, chemical, mechanical, or biological engineering

Doctoral degree in environmental, chemical, mechanical or civil engineering

Job description

Description

Brown and Caldwell is looking for a solids process engineer to join our Solids and Energy Practice and support our biosolids projects throughout the DC Metro area. This candidate will support local and regional teams in biosolids planning, design and construction projects. This role may also support more specialized research projects and practice initiatives beyond the Mid-Atlantic region. The ideal candidate should have strong communication skills and foundational wastewater and solids process engineering and analytical skills. The role is intended to develop and become the next generation of BC solids practitioners that can support internal project needs and lead direct engagement with key clients in the area. Our successful candidate will have a positive, can-do attitude; will be flexible and self-motivated, and the desire to grow both their technical and soft skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in collecting and analyzing data, creating basic process models and drawings under supervision.
• Provide support in evaluating current processes and suggesting optimizations.
• Prepare concise and accurate process engineering related tasks/project information
• Under direction of senior staff, perform simple tasks for larger projects
• Where applicable, observe and learn troubleshooting techniques, assist in documenting issues.
• Understand the requirements of Quality Management Plans (QMPs) for related projects.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions as a learning opportunity.
• Assist in setting up experiments, collecting data, and, where applicable, assisting in evaluating technologies.
• Support chemical/physical/biological testing and analysis, document results.
• Proactively identify and communicate any observed quality issues.
• Learn about and help to identify project risks.
• Work productively in a team and individually under close supervision from more senior staff.
• Learn about and support innovative solutions.
• Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs.

Skills and Competencies

• Basic understanding of engineering principles, proficiency in data analysis tools, strong analytical skills.
• Understanding of BC standards.
• Basic skills in technical approaches and solutions.

Experience

• Typically, a minimum of 0-2 years related work experience in environmental, process engineering or related field.
• Encouraged to certify in the SMS framework in the first six months of being in the role.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Direct research experience with utilities in the DC Metro area
• General knowledge of wastewater treatment processes
• Knowledge of advanced anaerobic digestion technologies
• General knowledge of typical solids process treatment trains
• Regularly presents work and technical topics in front of colleagues and industry professionals
• Independent problem solving skills and ability to tackle complex problems

Education

• A bachelor's degree in environmental, civil, chemical, mechanical, or biological engineering degree or equivalent experience is required.

Preferred Education

• Doctoral degree is environmental, chemical, mechanical or civil engineering.

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Salary Range:

The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee's primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. These ranges may be modified in the future.

Location B: $71,000 - $96,000
Location C: $77,000 - $105,000

Benefits and Other Compensation: We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance.

About Brown and Caldwell

Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction services firm with 50 offices and over 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For more than 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice-to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities. For more information, visit www.brownandcaldwell.com

This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.

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