Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Chemical Engineering, Wastewater Engineering, or closely related Engineering discipline required.
3-5 years of hands-on process engineering experience in industrial wastewater or heavy industrial fluid handling environments.
Must reside within one hour of a major airport and be willing to travel up to 50% nationwide.
Legally authorized to work in the U.S. on a full-time, permanent basis without visa sponsorship.
Safety-focused with strong interpersonal, analytical, and leadership skills.
Responsibilities
Lead and support process design and optimization for wastewater treatment systems.
Analyze operational data to identify improvement opportunities.
Assist with commissioning and start-up activities at treatment facilities.
Monitor treatment system performance to ensure permit compliance and reduce risks.
Ensure accurate process documentation for compliance and audit readiness.
Collaborate with engineering and EH&S teams to maintain operational integrity and safety.
Conduct process audits and implement best practices alongside local operations teams.
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and growth.
Supportive team environment focused on collaboration.
Hands-on leadership experience in field operations.
Involvement in leading-edge environmental projects.
Travel opportunities across the U.S. to various facilities.
Full Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Process Improvements - Operations
Lead and support process design, optimization, and troubleshooting for FOG, industrial separation systems, and related wastewater treatment units to strengthen operational consistency across sites.
Collect and analyze operational data (flows, temperatures, pressures, separation efficiency, etc.) to identify and drive process improvement opportunities.
Assist with commissioning and start-up activities at new or upgraded treatment sites.
Support T&R's Capital Plan, providing process evaluation and expertise to support developing project scope for the T&R facilities.
Process Improvements - Compliance
Monitor and assess treatment system performance for Permit Compliance; identify and implement process improvements that close compliance gaps, reduce risk, and capture cost savings.
Ensure process documentation is accurate and updated across sites to support compliance and audit readiness.
Collaborate with engineering, compliance, and EH&S teams to maintain operational integrity and safety.
While at operating sites, all activities should be performed in compliance with Company and site safety guidelines and in compliance with local, state and federal regulations at all times.
Compile and analyze various reports to support decision-making, management reporting, and compliance.
Hands-On Servant Leadership
Partner with, and work directly alongside, local operations teams in the field to build operator capability and ensure consistent adherence to process standards and regulatory requirements.
Conduct process audits, implement best practices, and recommend equipment or process upgrades - leading hands-on with plant operators rather than directing from a distance.
Provide summary reports with process evaluation and recommendations to Treatment and Recovery Management and Site Management.
Deliver excellent customer service at all levels.
Communicate with co-workers, management, clients, vendors, and others in a courteous and professional manner.
Coordinate with other Liquid Environmental Solutions departments.
General
Complete all documents and reports as required.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Chemical Engineering, Wastewater Engineering, or closely related Engineering discipline required.
Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of direct, hands-on process engineering experience inside industrial wastewater, chemical processing, refining, petrochemical, or heavy industrial fluid handling environments.
Logistics: Reside within one hour of a major airport with willingness and ability to travel up to 50% nationwide to Treatment & Recovery facilities.
Work Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time, permanent basis without requiring current or future employment visa sponsorship.
Safety-focused with excellent interpersonal, analytical and leadership skills to effectively collaborate with others at all levels of the organization.
Preferred Qualifications
Regulatory Knowledge: Working familiarity with industrial wastewater discharge permits, POTW pretreatment standards, and environmental compliance frameworks.
Certification: Professional Engineer (PE) or Engineer-In-Training (EIT)
Experience with multi-site or regional engineering roles
