T&M Associates

Principal Wastewater Engineer

T&M Associates$105K — $135K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
  • Professional Engineers (PE) License required.
  • 8+ years of engineering experience in water and/or wastewater disciplines, particularly in industrial wastewater treatment design.
  • In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements for water and wastewater at various governmental levels.
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and operational skills.
  • Experience in client coordination and collaboration.
  • Willingness to travel up to 25%, with occasional overnight stays.

Responsibilities

  • Perform comprehensive wastewater characterizations according to industry practices and regulations.
  • Identify and evaluate treatment process improvements for enhanced efficiency.
  • Conduct calculations and assist in modeling for treatment process design.
  • Perform hydraulic calculations and develop head curves for pumping system design.
  • Conduct cost-benefit analyses to ensure project feasibility.
  • Design layouts and specifications for treatment improvements in collaboration with other disciplines.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance and prepare permit applications as needed.
  • Assist with construction activities, including reviewing drawings and managing project progress.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with company matching.
  • Paid time off and flexible work schedules.
  • Wellness programs to support employee health.
  • Opportunities for professional development.
  • A hybrid work environment prioritizing employee well-being and engagement.
Full Job Description
In this position, you will be responsible for overseeing and executing projects related to wastewater treatment, hydraulic design, and regulatory compliance. This role requires extensive experience in wastewater characterization, treatment process improvement, and engineering design. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial wastewater treatment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with clients and technical experts.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Perform comprehensive wastewater characterizations based on industrial practices, processes, and regulatory requirements.
  • Identify and evaluate potential improvements in treatment processes and equipment to enhance performance and efficiency.
  • Conduct wastewater treatment process calculations and assist in process modeling to properly size and configure treatment processes.
  • Perform hydraulic calculations and develop system head curves for designing pumping systems.
  • Conduct cost-benefit analyses for projects to ensure economic feasibility and optimal resource allocation.
  • Design layouts and specifications for treatment system improvements, including equipment, pumps, piping, tanks, chemical feed systems, and process monitoring and control systems in collaboration with technical experts and other design disciplines.
  • Evaluate and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements; prepare and submit regulatory permit applications as needed.
  • Assist in construction-related activities including reviewing shop drawings and submittals, responding to RFIs (Requests for Information), preparing RFPs (Requests for Proposals), tracking project progress, reviewing contractor pay applications, and advising the owner on discrepancies and changes.

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering from an ABET-accredited university is required.
  • Professional Engineers (PE) License is required.
  • 8+ years of engineering experience in the water and/or wastewater disciplines, with specific expertise in industrial wastewater treatment design.
  • In-depth knowledge of local, state, regional, and federal regulatory requirements related to water and wastewater.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong problem-solving and operational skills.
  • Client coordination and collaboration experience are essential.
  • Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time, including occasional overnight stays.

T&M Associates is committed to pay transparency and equitable compensation practices in compliance with applicable laws, including the New Jersey Equal Pay Act. T&M estimates that the salary range for this position will fall between $105,000 - $135,000The actual salary offered may vary within this range, depending on a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, educational qualifications, specific skills and knowledge, as well as internal pay equity and geographic location.

T&M Associates offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and professional growth of our employees. Benefits include comprehensive insurance (medical, dental and vision), a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, flexible work schedules, wellness programs, and professional development opportunities - all within a people-first, award-winning hybrid work environment. See more details about benefits here.

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About T&M Associates

T&M Associates is an engineering consulting firm that provides services in the areas of environmental, civil, structural, and mechanical engineering. They also offer planning, surveying, and construction management services. The company was founded in 1966 and is headquartered in South Plainfield, New Jersey. T&M Associates has over 20 offices across the United States.
Learn more about T&M Associates
Size
500 employees
Industry
Net Income
$5 million
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$100 million
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