Brown and Caldwell is seeking a Senior Process-Biosolids/Energy Engineer with in-depth knowledge of liquid and solids process, energy planning, evaluation, and design projects. Work will include process evaluation, trouble shooting, modeling and design of advanced solids treatment and energy production in the Southeast and throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Candidate will utilize consulting expertise to organize, manage and execute work on projects and to help ensure successful client relationships. In addition, the candidate will be actively engaged in business development opportunities as well as research and development. The candidate will work closely with strong technical experts and other leaders in the company. If you are looking for an opportunity to work with a dynamic and nationally recognized Solids and Energy team, with the potential to gain new knowledge, skills, and relationships in a collaborative, innovative and supportive environment, let’s talk.
Detailed Description:
- Develop and provide process design basis, PFDs, process descriptions, mass and energy balances, process data sheets, preliminary engineering designs, and recommendations for biosolids and/or energy process upgrades
- Process modeling of new and existing treatment facilities
- Engage in process evaluations, optimizations and troubleshooting of existing facilities.
- Develop system wide energy models and greenhouse gas accounting
- Understand regulations governing biosolids beneficial use at the state and local level.
- Understand biosolids derived products and their general market applications.
- Provide project quality assurance and quality control
- Provide technical support to sales teams
- Serve as project manager and interface with engineering disciplines, departments, and other offices to develop and deliver solids treatment system and energy projects
- Preparation of engineering reports, technical memoranda and specifications
- Coordination and leadership of project team members and task leaders
- Active engagement with clients to develop new work
- Professional publication and Association involvement, particularly regional biosolids associations and biosolids committees.
- Prepare and make presentations to clients and for professional meetings
- Assist with business development pursuits
- Mentor BC’s next generation of junior-level engineers to become future leaders in the solids process treatment arena
Desired Skills and Experience:
- B.S. degree in Civil, Chemical or Environmental Engineering, or Environmental Science
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in municipal wastewater and consulting
- Experience should include evaluation and selection of conventional and advanced treatment solids processes and ability to research equipment and technologies
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to conduct effective presentations and prepare written reports and documents
- Understanding of regulatory compliance and permitting
- Strong project or task management skills
- Successful technical presentation, proposal writing, and public presentations
- Excellent technical writing and communication skills required.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Suite including Word, Outlook, Project, Excel and PowerPoint is required.
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record may be required
Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. These ranges may be modified in the future.
Location A: $106,000 - $145,000
Location B: $117,000 - $160,000
Location C: $128,000 - $174,000
You can view which BC location applies to you here. If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter.
Benefits and Other Compensation: We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance. Click here to see our full list of benefits.
About Brown and Caldwell
Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction services firm with 50 offices and over 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For more than 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice—to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities. For more information, visit www.brownandcaldwell.com
This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.
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