Process Mechanical Engineer - Water / Wastewater Industry - Saint Paul, MN

Miningamigos; Minnesota; On-site; USD 95,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown and Caldwell in Saint Paul, MN, seeks a Process Mechanical Engineer specializing in water and wastewater treatment to join its Municipal Team. You will design complex process-mechanical elements, lead calculations, and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams from planning through construction.

The role focuses on municipal clients across Minnesota and the Upper Midwest, offering opportunities to collaborate on large infrastructure projects with experienced leaders and direct client engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in civil, environmental, chemical, or mechanical engineering or related field.
• MS degree in environmental, mechanical, or civil engineering is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of complex process-mechanical elements for water and wastewater facilities.
• Prepare complex calculations for piping and equipment selection per project requirements.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary teams to develop integrated design solutions.
• Guide BIM professionals in creating accurate 3D models and construction documents.
• Review construction phase submittals to ensure compliance with specs.
• Respond to contractor RFIs during construction phase.
• Provide site observations and mentorship to junior team members as needed.

Skills

MS Office tools

Process-mechanical engineering

Analytical problem solving

Process-mechanical software

Cross-functional collaboration

Construction processes understanding

Education

Bachelors in Civil/Environmental/Chemical/Mechanical Eng

MS degree preferred

Tools

BIM coordination

CAD drafting

Job description

Process Mechanical Engineer – Water / Wastewater Industry – Saint Paul, MN

Locations

Saint Paul, MN 55102, USA

Description

Job Summary

Brown and Caldwell is seeking a self‑motivated water and wastewater treatment engineer specializing in process‑mechanical design to join our team. When you join Brown and Caldwell you will find that we offer a non‑hierarchical, collaborative, and supportive environment, allowing you to learn, grow your career, and have fun while doing your best work. You will be trusted to do the right thing by our leaders and clients and given the flexibility to manage your own schedule to achieve this. The work we do is interesting, challenging, and wide‑ranging, and so is our client base.

In this role, you will be responsible for planning, evaluating, designing, and supporting the construction of process‑mechanical systems and facilities for water and wastewater treatment projects. Working as part of our established Municipal Team in Saint Paul, you will contribute to the successful delivery of mid‑sized and large infrastructure projects, applying sound engineering judgment to solve complex technical challenges.

The primary focus of this position is serving municipal clients throughout Minnesota and the Upper Midwest, with opportunities to collaborate on projects across Brown and Caldwell's Eastern Region and nationwide. This role offers the chance to work alongside experienced industry leaders, engage directly with clients, and play a key role in delivering innovative and sustainable water solutions that improve communities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of complex process‑mechanical elements.
• Lead in preparing complex calculations for and selection of piping and equipment as per project requirements.
• Lead the coordination of interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive solutions for complex design elements.
• Lead the guidance of BIM professionals for creating accurate and efficient 3D models and contract design documents for complex design elements.
• Lead the review of complex construction phase submittals to ensure adherence to project specifications.
• Lead the response to complex contractor requests for information during the construction phase.
• Lead site observations during the construction phase for complex design elements. Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs.
• May provide mentorship, guidance, support, and knowledge‑sharing to help less experienced team members develop their skills and grow within their roles.

Skills and Competencies

• Proficient use of word processing and spreadsheet‑based software tools.
• Proficient understanding of process mechanical engineering principles and practices.
• Proficient analytical skills in evaluating and designing processes for infrastructure projects.
• Proficient use of process‑mechanical software analysis tools.
• Ability to work well with interdisciplinary teams.
• Intermediate understanding of the construction process for environmental infrastructure projects.

Experience

• Typically requires minimum of 5 years of process mechanical engineering or related experience.
• Experience in coordinating with interdisciplinary teams required.
• Experience in solving moderately complex problems.
• Proven record of supporting projects or initiatives with strategic importance.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of process mechanical engineering experience in municipal water and wastewater engineering and consulting preferred.
• Experience designing water and wastewater facilities and preparing construction documents including drawings, P&IDs, specifications, control narratives, technical memoranda, etc. is required.
• Experience closely coordinating with architects and structural, electrical, instrumentation and controls, and building‑mechanical engineers to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Experience directing BIM professionals in developing 3D models and construction drawings.
• Experience supporting construction‑phase services, including submittal reviews, contractor coordination, site observations, troubleshooting, and commissioning activities.

Education

• A bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, chemical, or mechanical engineering or related field or equivalent experience is required.

Preferred Education

• B.S. degree in Environmental, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering; M.S. degree preferred.

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 A: $95,000 - $129,000

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short‑term 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.

Notes

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

Brown and Caldwell is proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer. Brown and Caldwell encourages protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.