Wastewater Process Project Engineer

Poutrix; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Arcadis is looking for a Wastewater Process Project Engineer to join our Resilience Water Team in Orlando, Florida! This position involves leading design efforts, mentoring young engineers, and executing regional and national projects.

Applicants should have at least 8 years of experience in water/wastewater process mechanical design, a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, and preferably a Professional Engineer (PE) License in Florida. The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $130,000/year.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years of experience in water/wastewater process mechanical design.
• Experience leading design projects and managing multi-disciplinary design teams.
• Excellent technical engineering and task management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead project tasks in planning, design, permitting, and construction.
• Manage capacity and facility evaluations for wastewater systems.
• Mentor junior engineers and support technical team capabilities.

Skills

Mechanical design

Project management

Technical writing

Client relationship

Education

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

Professional Engineer (PE) License in Florida

Tools

BioWin modeling software

Job description

Role description

Arcadis is looking for a Wastewater Process Project Engineer to join our Resilience Water Team in Orlando, Florida! This is an excellent opportunity for a self‑motivated engineer to join our team locally with support from one of the best-qualified municipal consulting firms in the country. We offer a flexible hybrid work culture with a balance between remote and in‑office work.

The candidate in this role will utilize their expertise and technical knowledge to lead design efforts, mentor young engineers, and successfully execute projects. It also provides an exciting opportunity for an ideal candidate to leverage their experience and relationships to help build and grow our water practice in the Florida region as well as engage on exciting regional and national wastewater planning and design projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, technical knowledge and experience to further develop our design team capabilities.
• Lead project tasks, in collaboration with project managers and clients, in the planning, design, permitting and construction of wastewater and/or reclaimed water facilities including but not limited to treatment facilities, creating and/or overseeing the preparation of construction documents (drawings and specifications) and permit applications, as well as supporting construction oversight/administration for both new construction and for rehabilitation work.
• Lead preparation of detailed engineering calculations and analysis, and utilize modeling (e.g., BioWin) and design software, as needed.
• Manage and lead capacity and facility evaluations, as well as master and facility plans for wastewater systems.
• Supervise and support the work of others and mentor junior level engineers and design/drafting technical staff.
• Collaborate with the National Wastewater Practice Leader and the broader National Wastewater Practice network to support technical alignment, share best practices, and contribute to the development of consistent wastewater process approaches across regions.
• External engagement in professional organizations and internal engagement with national practice leadership on research, innovation, and emerging wastewater process technologies, including process optimization, modeling, and advanced treatment concepts, with the potential to help shape future regional and national practice direction.
• Work directly with project managers and area managers to determine needs and provide solutions and participate, as needed, in the preparation of winning proposals and successful presentations, and in the development of project scopes and budgets.
• Some travel may be required to conduct project meetings, site visits, client meetings, general planning purposes or to oversee construction activities, depending on project needs.

Qualifications & Experience

Required Qualifications

At least 8 years of experience in water/wastewater process mechanical design is required, including experience leading design projects and managing multi‑disciplinary design teams. A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Environmental Engineering, or a related field, is required. Additionally, holding a Professional Engineer (PE) License in Florida or ability to obtain reciprocity within 6 months of hire.

Key Skills/Attributes

We are looking for a candidate with strong, clear, and concise written and oral communication skills, along with excellent technical writing abilities. Should have experience managing the preparation, review, and approval of project drawings, specifications, schedules, cost estimates, permit applications, RFIs, as‑built drawings, and other relevant design and construction documents. Strong client relationship skills are a plus, as well as a proven track record of successfully delivering various engineering projects that meet client expectations.

Preferred Qualifications

It is preferred to have a primary focus on the water/wastewater municipal market. Ideally having design, permitting, and construction experience with wastewater process and/or process mechanical systems in Florida. Excellent technical engineering and task management skills are crucial. A Master’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Environmental, or Civil Engineering, or a related field, is preferred. Additionally, active participation in regional or national professional associations is highly desirable.

Salary and Benefits

Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $130,000/year. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Arcadis is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non‑discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.