Application and Process Engineer Wastewater Remediation

Ground/Water Treatment and Technology LLC

$75K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Chemical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering.
  • 4-7 years of experience in water/wastewater engineering, technical sales support, or field commissioning.
  • Deep knowledge of physical/chemical water treatment and fluid dynamics.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and P&ID drafting.
  • Familiarity with regional environmental standards such as NYDEC and NJDEP.
  • 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification or willingness to obtain upon hire.
  • Valid driver's license with a clean record and openness to travel 15-30% for site visits.

Responsibilities

  • Architect custom solutions by transforming raw water data and technical specs into scalable designs.
  • Select and size water treatment equipment to prepare accurate cost estimates.
  • Serve as the technical authority in client visits, presenting tailored engineering solutions.
  • Evaluate and mitigate technical and regulatory risks before bid submissions.
  • Create and maintain essential process documentation including P&IDs and PFDs.
  • Lead the onsite mobilization, startup, and commissioning of water treatment systems.
  • Optimize system performance using operational data to meet environmental discharge targets.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package and performance bonuses.
  • Comprehensive healthcare, vision, and dental coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
  • Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays.
  • Clear pathways for technical leadership and professional development.
Full Job Description
The Impact You'll Make

1. Drive Front-End Innovation & Sales Strategy (Application Engineering)
  • Architect Custom Solutions: Turn raw water quality data, client RFPs, and complex technical specifications into robust, scalable process designs and treatment schemes.
  • Size & Value Engineer: Select and size core equipment (filtration, media, pumps, instrumentation) to build precise capital and operational cost estimates that win business.
  • Be the Technical Authority: Partner with Business Development managers to lead client visits, present tailored engineering solutions, and guide clients through complex technical decisions.
  • Mitigate Risk: Evaluate technical, operational, and regulatory risks prior to bid submission to ensure feasibility, profitability, and safety.

2. Deliver Real-World Results in the Field (Process Design & Execution)
  • Bring Designs to Life: Create and maintain essential process documentation, including Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), and general layout drawings.
  • Lead System Launch: Mobilize, startup, and commission water treatment systems onsite, serving as the go-to expert for field troubleshooting and operational launch.
  • Optimize Performance: Leverage operational data from active systems to troubleshoot, boost throughput, lower operating costs, and consistently hit environmental discharge targets.
  • Champion Safety & Compliance: Ensure designs strictly align with environmental standards (e.g., NJDEP, NYDEC), company safety codes, and client EHS requirements (including conducting HAZOP reviews).

What You Bring to the Team

Core Qualifications
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Environmental, Chemical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering.
  • Experience: 4-7 years of combined experience in water/wastewater process engineering, technical sales support, cost estimation, or field commissioning.
  • Technical Mastery:
    • Deep understanding of physical/chemical water treatment processes, fluid dynamics, and mass balance.
    • Hands-on experience drafting and reviewing P&IDs and mechanical layouts (AutoCAD proficiency required).
    • Strong proposal writing skills with a knack for translating complex engineering into compelling business value.
  • Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with regional environmental standards (e.g., NYDEC, NJDEP) is highly preferred.
  • Field Readiness: 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire). Valid driver's license with a clean record and willingness to travel (~15-30%) for site visits and system startups.

Preferred Credentials
  • FE/EIT or Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).

Mindset & Soft Skills
  • Commercially Minded Engineer: You balance technical precision with business acumen, understanding both how a system works and why it makes financial sense for the client.
  • Cross-Functional Communicator: You seamlessly connect the dots between internal engineering teams, shop fabricators, sales leads, and external clients.
  • Agile Prioritizer: You thrive in a dynamic environment, effortlessly balancing tight proposal deadlines with active field startup needs.

What We Offer
  • Competitive compensation package and performance bonuses
  • Comprehensive healthcare, vision, and dental coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Paid time off (PTO) and company holidays
  • Clear pathways for technical leadership and professional development

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