Senior Industrial Wastewater Treatment Engineer

WSP Global Inc.; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 115,100 - 192,390; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement savings

Paid sick leave

Vacation time

Parental leave

Job summary

A leading environmental solutions firm is seeking a Senior Industrial Wastewater Treatment Engineer in Lakewood, Colorado. This role involves leading engineering teams on complex projects related to mining and industrial wastewater treatment. Candidates should have extensive experience and a relevant degree. The position offers a generous salary range and comprehensive benefits focused on health and financial stability.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of post-education experience on industrial and mining water treatment projects.
• Professional Engineer registration is required.
• Experience managing engineering teams on complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of early-career and mid-level engineers on industrial water treatment projects.
• Collaborate and coordinate within a multidisciplinary project environment.
• Conduct bench-scale and pilot-scale treatability studies.

Skills

Process development

Detailed design skills

Microsoft Excel

Interpersonal communication

Critical thinking

Project management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering

Master’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering (Preferred)

Tools

Engineering graphics software

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Senior Industrial Wastewater Treatment Engineer located in Lakewood, Colorado to lead cross‑disciplinary teams on mining and industrial wastewater projects.

Responsibilities

• Serve several sectors including mining, manufacturing, oil and gas, power, waste, and remediation.
• Lead a team of early‑career and mid‑level engineers on industrial water treatment projects from concept through detailed design, procurement, and construction support.
• Collaborate and coordinate within a multidisciplinary project environment.
• Perform and/or review tasks related to:
  • Support current operating plants with optimization and process decisions.
  • Conduct bench‑scale and pilot‑scale treatability studies.
  • Analyze and manage water quality data.
  • Perform alternative evaluations, cost estimates, pre‑feasibility and feasibility report preparation.
  • Process development work including equipment sizing and reagent consumption calculations.
  • Create process flow diagrams, piping and instrumentation diagrams, and general arrangements.
  • Prepare mechanical drawings and technical specifications.
  • Provide procurement and construction support.
  • Support environmental permitting.
• Participate in business development opportunities and assist in developing proposals.
• Provide mentorship to early‑career and mid‑level engineers.
• Achieve key performance goals through project work.
• Collaborate with various disciplines to provide future‑ready solutions.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering with a focus on water treatment or a closely related discipline.
• Professional Engineer registration.
• 12+ years of post‑education experience on industrial and mining water treatment projects.
• Strong process development and detailed design skills.
• Experience managing engineering teams on complex projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and engineering graphics software.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong self‑leadership and persuasive communication with clients, regulators, and team members.
• Ability to provide critical review for documents and high‑complexity technical deliverables.
• Strong critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience coordinating and directing subcontractors and consistent task completion.
• Record of upholding workplace safety and adherence to health, safety, and drug/alcohol policies.
• Flexibility with schedules and the ability to adapt in a pressured environment.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering.
• MSHA certification.
• OSHA HAZOWOPER certification (or equivalent).

Additional Information

Domestic relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate.

WSP Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; retirement savings; paid sick leave; vacation; parental leave; and time off for bereavement, voting, and naturalization.

Compensation

Expected salary (Colorado only): $115,100 – $192,390

About WSP

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, a global engineering and professional services firm. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with clients to help communities prosper.

Equal Opportunity Employer

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or protected Veteran status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.

Notice To Third Party Agencies

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or staffing services. Unsolicited resumes become the property of WSP and may be hired without reservation.