Municipal Wastewater Process Design Engineer

Ramboll is seeking motivated and inquisitive candidates to join the Water Division in our Syracuse, NY, Rochester, NY, Arlington, VA or Richmond, VA locations.

Job Description

You will join our Municipal Water/Wastewater Treatment Group

As our new Municipal Wastewater Process Design Engineer your key tasks and responsibilities will be:
• Plan and design portions of projects of greater complexity, following appropriate design, engineering codes, government and third-party standards using engineering principles in conjunction and in concert with design staff.
• Analyze, develop and interpret reports, drawings, analytical data, and other data required for planning and design projects related to Wastewater Treatment.

• Review and determine regulatory requirements (local, State, Federal) that would be applicable to the assignment

• Prepare and at times present reports or analysis such as design calculations, field data results/conclusions and/or cost estimates. Presentation audiences may include internal team members and external clients.

• May communicate directly with external stakeholders (e.g., vendors, subcontractors, contractors, regulators, etc.).

• Support preparation of proposals and fee estimates.
• Train and mentor early career employees.
• Utilize an advanced understanding of engineering fundamentals and proficiency with relevant computer software packages and engineering and design techniques specific to Wastewater Treatment and hydraulic engineering
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Work effectively in teams comprised of professionals with diverse skill sets, including engineers from other disciplines, scientists and subcontracted professionals.
• Desire to promote Ramboll's growth through a commitment to delivering high-quality work products to our clients.
• Troubleshooting and proactive problem solving for field assignments in accordance with project control documents and field guidance documents.

Qualifications

The Engineer will perform moderate to complex assignments in Wastewater Treatment ranging from data evaluation, conceptual design, detailed design, construction support, and commissioning that require the application of engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria in carrying out a sequence of related design engineering tasks. Assignments may involve difficult problems requiring proficient job knowledge to resolve. Engineers at this level must be capable of collaborating and making evaluations and interpretations, exercising independent judgment in selecting and applying engineering standards.

Travel may be required depending on project requirements. Your starting point for constant growth from the moment you join Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you grow with the company. For this role, we believe your starting point is:

Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering and 10+ years of qualifying engineering experience in the Wastewater Treatment engineering/design field.

Experience with BNR and ENR processes on municipal wastewater projects, particularly as it relates to the Chesapeake Bay Watershed or similar program.

Professional Engineering certification or the ability to obtain licensure within their primary state of residence/operation, relevant to job function.

Additional Information

Welcome to our Water Division

Ramboll's water team creates value for clients and societies by converting challenges related to water, climate, and sustainability into opportunities. Working with municipalities, utilities, and industrial clients, we deliver a wide range of water-related consulting; from early phase strategic analysis and project scoping, to designing and implementing infrastructure solutions.

Why Join Ramboll?

As a leader in sustainable and high-performance infrastructure, Ramboll offers Senior Electrical Construction Managers the opportunity to work on some of the most advanced data center projects in the world. You'll join a collaborative team committed to excellence, innovation, and safety-empowering you to drive impactful results in the digital infrastructure space

Work at the heart of sustainable change

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that's where we start - and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realize their full potential.

Ready to join us?

Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV, cover letter, etc.

We recognize that some candidates only apply when they tick every box. However, passion and potential often outweigh a perfect resume and Ramboll's supportive learning culture can help you grow. So if this role resonates with you but you don't meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply. You might be the perfect fit for this opportunity or another within our team.

Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.

Salary Transparency

At Ramboll, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation practices that support our people and our purpose of creating sustainable societies. The anticipated base salary range for this position is $115,000 to $140,000 per year. This range reflects the compensation we reasonably expect to offer at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and internal equity. Because we operate across multiple U.S. markets, pay may differ depending on the cost of labor in specific locations. In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for bonus, overtime or other forms of compensation and we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports well-being, professional development, and work-life balance. Our recruiters are happy to share more about the specific salary range and total rewards package applicable to your location during the hiring process.