Senior Water and Wastewater Engineer

3 days ago


Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States Barr Engineering Company Full time
Job Title: Senior Water and Wastewater Engineer

Barr Engineering Company is seeking a highly experienced Senior Water and Wastewater Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in water and wastewater engineering, with a focus on system design, operation, and maintenance.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead project teams to evaluate, plan, and implement water and wastewater systems for industrial and municipal clients.
  • Develop and implement treatment technologies, including data analysis, mass balance calculations, modeling, bench testing, and pilot testing.
  • Provide technical expertise to clients on existing system operation, troubleshooting, and process improvement evaluations.
  • Assist with long-range planning, including evaluation of current operating systems and forecasting of future capital and operating expenses.
  • Develop conceptual and detailed engineering plans and specifications for construction.
  • Assist with construction, start-up, troubleshooting, and operation of new systems.
  • Prepare technical reports and presentations for clients and stakeholders.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, or chemical engineering or a related field.
  • Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Minnesota, with the ability to become licensed in other states as needed.
  • 10 or more years of relevant work experience.
  • Strong technical skills related to water and wastewater engineering.
  • Experience with preparing and managing the preparation of engineering plans and specifications, equipment selection, and cost estimating.
  • Exposure to treatment plant operations.
  • Strong technical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with project team members, regulators, and clients.
  • Demonstrated effectiveness in building working relationships and leading and working with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Demonstrated project management skills.
  • Willingness to travel and periodically adjust personal schedule to meet project needs.
  • Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. without the need for sponsorship from Barr Engineering Company.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Advanced degree in civil, environmental, or chemical engineering.
  • Exposure to work in a laboratory setting, including bench scale testing and wastewater analysis.
  • Engineering knowledge and experience with industrial processes, such as manufacturing, petroleum refining, and mining.
  • Sound understanding of applied aquatic chemistry and environmental microbiology.

Barr Engineering Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. We offer a hybrid work arrangement and a competitive salary and benefits package.



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