Wastewater Treatment Process Engineer

Gannett Fleming, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Incentive compensation

Competitive paid-time-off

Job summary

Gannett Fleming, Inc. is hiring a Wastewater Treatment Process Engineer in Philadelphia, PA to join their Water team. This hybrid role requires attendance at various offices and focuses on leading wastewater treatment design, conducting assessments, and supporting permitting efforts.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in Engineering with 4+ years’ experience in wastewater treatment, requiring a PE license. Comprehensive benefits include wellness programs, tuition reimbursement, and competitive PTO.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in wastewater treatment discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in treatment facilities architecture.
• Successful track record in leading wastewater projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and support for wastewater treatment projects.
• Conduct site visits and performance analyses.
• Prepare reports and design documents for permitting.

Skills

Wastewater treatment process evaluation

Technical specialization in wastewater treatment

Biological nutrient removal

Process optimization

Project management experience

Education

BS in Civil, Environmental, Chemical Engineering

Professional Engineer Licensed

Tools

BioWin

GPS-X

Sumo

Job description

GFT is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Process Engineer to join our Water team! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at one of our many offices.

What you'll be challenged to do:

In this role you will lead and support the design of wastewater treatment through evaluation of existing processes and facilities, treatment assessments, design of improvements, expansions, and new facilities, permitting, and construction administration. Responsibilities will include conducting site visits, completing treatment studies and developing treatment process recommendations, preparing reports and design documents, and supporting permitting efforts.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• System Design: Lead and support planning and process evaluation of wastewater processes, including biological nutrient removal, sludge handling, and filtration processes.
• Process Optimization: Conduct site visits and investigations; analyze influent wastewater characteristics, facility design, and operating data to assess treatment performance; and provide recommendations for treatment and process improvements.
• Studies and Evaluation: Plan and execute bench, pilot, and full-scale studies to meet project goals; assess test results and facility operating data to develop process recommendations; and preparation of required reports.
• Technical: Function as a technical specialist in the areas of conventional and advanced wastewater treatment. Use processes such as physical/chemical primary treatment, conventional activated sludge, biological nutrient removal, fixed-film processes, membrane bio-reactors (MBR), sidestream treatment, tertiary filtration, auxiliary wet-weather treatment, and disinfection.

What you will bring to our firm:

• BS in Civil, Environmental, Chemical Engineering (MS preferred)
• Professional Engineer Licensed required (PE) or ability to obtain in 6-12 months
• 4+ years of experience in wastewater treatment discipline, particularly as a wastewater engineer involved with planning and/or process evaluation of wastewater treatment facilities
• Expert knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• EPC project experience preferred; design and construction of wastewater treatment facilities, including three or more years leading process design of wastewater projects with full responsibility for budget, schedule, contractual obligations, client service, and quality standards.
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge in preliminary treatment, primary treatment, biological treatment (including BNR), disinfection, hydraulics, and solids processing and handling preferred.
• Successful track record leading wastewater process and plant facilities projects background and willingness to take on new challenges.

What we prefer:

• Experience with biological modeling software such as BioWin, GPS-X, and Sumo.
• Experience working directly with Environmental Regulators (i.e., NJDEP, PADEP, MDE, NYDOH, etc).

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is $80,000 - $180,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Location: Philadelphia, Mechanicsburg, State College, Pittsburgh, Mercer, Allentown, or Audubon, PA

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Employment Status: Full-Time

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

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