Technical Project Manager

Gradiant; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Gradiant seeks a highly skilled Technical Project Manager/Project Engineering Manager with deep water treatment knowledge to lead engineering design for projects worldwide. You will coordinate with the Global Engineering Center in India and local PM teams, guiding cross-functional engineers to deliver compliant, on-time solutions.

You will supervise P&IDs, basic and detailed engineering, sizing, and equipment datasheets while ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards across

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical or Environmental).
• Minimum 15 years’ experience in water or process industry.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in managing cross-functional engineering teams.
• Proficiency in MS Office, AutoCAD, and 3D models.

Responsibilities

• Engineering and design execution for water and wastewater treatment projects globally.
• Lead as Project Engineering Manager within engineering, reporting to Head of Engineering.
• Mentor and develop engineering staff through knowledge sharing sessions.
• Ensure engineering deliverables meet schedule and budget constraints.
• Establish and apply procedures to improve engineering quality and efficiency.
• Carry out value engineering assessments and techno-economic analyses.
• Review quotes and external fabrication drawings for accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinate with PMs, QA/QC, fabricators and Construction Manager.
• Oversee general arrangement and piping drawings, skid layouts, and module designs.
• Interface with clients on technical aspects and participate in design reviews.
• Support commissioning and warranty activities from a technical perspective.

Skills

MS Office

AutoCAD

3D models

Education

BS Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical or Environmental)

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

3D models

Job description

Gradiant is a Different Kind of Water Company. With a full suite of differentiated and proprietary end-to-end solutions for advanced water and wastewater treatment powered by the top minds in water, the company serves its clients’ mission-critical operations in the world’s essential industries, including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, lithium and critical minerals, and renewable energy. Gradiant’s innovative solutions reduce water used and wastewater discharged, reclaim valuable resources, and renew wastewater into freshwater. The Boston-headquartered company was founded at MIT and has over 1,400 employees worldwide. Discover us at www.gradiant.com

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Technical Project Manager / Project Engineering Manager with a strong background and possess a deep understanding of water treatment processes. The role requires exceptional Engineering and Design skills, including the ability to manage cross-functional interface within a project team, coordination with TPM Global Engineering Center in India and Local Project Management team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Engineering and design execution for water and wastewater treatment projects globally.
• Working as a Project Engineering Manager in the engineering department, the incumbent shall primarily work directly on performing engineering functions related to the project business under the direction of the Head of Engineering.
• Assist in the growth and development of engineering talent within the Engineering team by providing guidance to other engineering staff and contributing to regular, frequent knowledge sharing sessions.
• Ensure that engineering is completed accurately within schedule and budge
• Support the Head of Engineering in establishing, maintaining and applying procedures and protocols that will enhance the quality, efficiency and repeatability of engineering activities throughout the department
• Carry out value engineering assessments of all projects under the incumbent's control. Conduct technical analyses and feasibility studies and provide expert advice on process optimization and technology selection.
• Receive the basic process design from the proposals / sales team.
• Supervise P&IDs, basic Engineering / design, detailed Engineering / design based on customer requirements.
• Manage third parry design / 3D model companies.
• Confirm compliance with customer specifications for equipment and material types.
• Supervise equipment/piping sizing calculation, equipment datasheets (valve lists/datasheet, equipment list/datasheets, piping schedule etc.), control descriptions/ valve sequence charts and operating manuals
• Carry out technical review of quotations for compliance with requirements
• Review fabrication drawings from external fabricators to ensure compliance with requirements.
• Collaborate with PMs, QA/QC, skid Fabricators and Construction Manager
• Oversee preparation of general arrangement drawings, piping detail drawings, skid arrangement drawings, Module arrangement drawings etc.
• Liaise with clients on technical aspects, making justifications as necessary for design direction Participate in internal and external design reviews
• Coordinate / interface with various discipline
• Support during commissioning for the assigned projects and Manage Warranty Claims technical perspective.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental policies and regulations throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements

• BS Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical or Environmental)
• Minimum 15 years’ experience in water or Process industry.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in managing cross-functional engineering teams
• Proficiency in computer skills like MS Office software, AutoCAD, 3D models.
• Detail design of complex/ skid-based /module-based treatment / stick-built systems/plants.
• Familiar with API, ASME, AWS, NACE and AWWA codes
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment and interact with all levels of management.
• Ability to travel as required for project needs.
• Experience working in a multicultural environment and in an international business.
• Familiarity with various water treatment methods, technologies, and equipment.
• Knowledge of the design and engineering principles specific to water treatment facilities.
• Knowledge of the legal and regulatory framework related to water treatment, environmental standards

Gradiant is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.