Senior Wastewater Process Engineer

Carollo Engineers

Jacksonville (FL)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Carollo Engineers in Florida is seeking a Senior Wastewater Process Engineer to lead major wastewater and reuse design projects with emphasis on hydraulics and treatment processes. You will guide technical design, mentor staff, and ensure delivery of high-quality solutions.

The role involves coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, managing budgets and schedules, and developing client relationships to drive projects from proposal through construction across Florida and nationwide.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering.
10+ years of wastewater and reuse design experience with emphasis on hydraulics, treatment processes and plant design.
Registration as a Professional Engineer
Experience managing and designing medium- to large-sized projects with budget, schedule, contractual obligations and quality standards
Effective communication with clients and project team
Proficient in MS Word and Excel

Responsibilities

Lead innovative process design efforts for wastewater and reuse projects.
Plan, schedule, and conduct engineering work with full responsibility over design decisions and quality.
Supervise a team of engineers and professionals across disciplines.
Mentor entry to mid-level engineers and participate in proposals and qualifications.
Negotiate with clients and manage project pursuits and interviews.
Act as project manager for mid- to large-sized projects and manage multiple projects concurrently.
Develop and maintain relationships with client management and key decision makers.
Provide direction to subconsultants and ensure deliverables meet quality standards.
Travel as required by project needs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Public speaking

Project management

Education

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

Master's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

Carollo Engineers is a leading engineering firm dedicated exclusively to water. For over 90 years, we've specialized in the planning, design, and construction of water, wastewater, stormwater, and reuse facilities, bringing innovative and sustainable solutions to the water sector's most complex challenges.

We work with water agencies, municipalities, utilities, research organizations, and private companies across various industries, including technology, manufacturing, and beyond. These clients choose Carollo because we employ some of the most knowledgeable and experienced professionals in the world. When you join our team, you'll work alongside industry leaders who are advancing the science of water, protecting public health, and building resilient communities.

Carollo's vision is to be the best water consulting firm and the best place for you to build your career. If you're passionate about making a difference in this critical field, we invite you to explore a career with Carollo.

Responsibilities

Lead innovative process design efforts, provide technical expertise on complex wastewater treatment projects, and mentor junior staff while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver sustainable and cost-effective solutions for our clients in Florida and nationwide
Plans, schedules, and conducts engineering work on wastewater and reuse projects of significant size and complexity, with full responsibility over design decisions and quality standards. Specific work will include preliminary design, detailed design, and engineering services during construction. Representative engineering tasks include the development of hydraulic calculations, treatment process evaluations and sizing, preparation and review of technical memoranda, design development and reviews, design management in coordination with discipline engineers (e.g. civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and controls), and QA/QC.
Supervises team of several subordinates of project engineer or senior project engineer level with multiple engineering or professional disciplines included
Mentors entry to mid-level engineers and supervises their work on project assignments. Provides direction on how to execute work, provides examples, and reviews their work. Provides design expertise as part of project pursuits during proposals, and contributes to the development of statement of qualifications and proposals.
Negotiates critical and controversial issues with top-level engineers and officers of other organizations and companies
Serve as project manager for some mid- to large-sized projects
Provide overall responsibility for several projects concurrently
Demonstrates high degree of creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in planning, organizing, and guiding extensive engineering programs and activities of outstanding novelty and importance
Initiates and maintains extensive contacts with key engineers and decision makers of other organizations and companies, requiring skill in persuasion and negotiation of critical issues
Ability to prepare proposals and interviews, and to lead negotiating efforts with client after selection
Develops and maintains positive relationships with client management personnel
Identifies need for, and ability to direct and actively manage subconsultants performing services on projects
Active in professional associations, including presentations of technical papers, member of technical committees, and officer of local or national organization
Identifies need for recruitment of new employees and participates in the identification, interview, and selection process
Travel required when requested

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, or Chemical Engineering
10+ years of wastewater and reuse design experience in the field of environmental consulting engineering with an emphasis in hydraulics, physical, chemical, and biological treatment processes and treatment plant design for wastewater and reuse. Comprehensive experience in treatment plant design is required.
Registration as a Professional Engineer
Must have demonstrated experience with managing and designing medium- to large-sized projects with full responsibility for budget, schedule, contractual obligations and quality standards
Ability to evaluate progress of staff and results obtained, and recommends major changes to achieve overall objectives
Demonstrate creative, foresight and mature engineering judgment in anticipating and solving unprecedented engineering problems
Ability to communicate effectively with clients and project team
Deliver high quality services within budget and schedule constraints
Familiar with a broad range of issues related to wastewater and reuse systems, including master planning, conveyance, with an emphasis on treatment plant design.
Knowledge of structural and geotechnical design concepts, analytical laboratory techniques and familiarity with codes and regulation related to drinking water
Sensitive to political issues and client preferences
Work well in a team environment
Proficient in public speaking roles
Proficient in MS Word and Excel

Preferred Qualifications

15+ years of wastewater and reuse design experience in the field of environmental consulting engineering with an emphasis in hydraulics, physical, chemical, and biological treatment processes and treatment plant design for water, wastewater, and/or reuse.
Experience in MBR treatment and advanced treatment facilities design
Experience with MicroStation or AutoCAD
Master's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
Design and construction phase experience
Experienced in in using tools to managing project financials, managing schedule, and in managing quality

Compensation Range

An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Other Compensation and Benefits

Carollo is committed to providing employees with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that provides the support employees and their families need to lead healthy, productive lives. Carollo’s benefits package includes paid time off and holidays, comprehensive health insurance coverage, pre-tax savings account options for healthcare, dependent care and commuter expenses, disability insurance and life insurance options for you and your dependents. We also offer free Caregiver Support, Travel Assistance, counseling services, discount programs, and a Lifestyle Reimbursement Account. Other compensation that may be available includes: 401(k) company contribution matching, tuition reimbursement, discretionary bonuses, career advancement bonuses, professional registration bonuses, employee referral bonuses, and compensatory time for exempt employees. Flexible work arrangements may also be available. Eligibility for benefits varies based on employment status.

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Job Locations

2025-4189