Process Mechanical Engineer (industrial water/wastewater)

Brown and Caldwell•,

2d•$78,000 - $127,000•Remote

About The Position

Brown and Caldwell (BC) is seeking an experienced Process Mechanical Engineer to support private sector design project delivery for industrial water and wastewater clients nationwide. This role involves taking on increased responsibilities in the design and construction phase support of simple and complex discrete process-mechanical elements of environmental infrastructure projects. The engineer will lead conceptual, preliminary, and final design phases for simple elements and provide assistance for complex ones. Key duties include evaluating options for suitable processes and equipment, preparing calculations for sizing and selecting equipment and piping, coordinating with interdisciplinary teams, directing BIM professionals, and performing reviews and site observations during construction.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of process mechanical engineering or related experience.
Experience in coordinating with interdisciplinary teams required.
Typically certified in the SMS Framework, and progressing through the SMS competencies.
Proficient use of word processing and spreadsheet-based software tools.
Intermediate understanding of process mechanical engineering principles and practices.
Intermediate analytical skills in evaluating and designing processes for infrastructure projects.
Basic use of process-mechanical software analysis tools.
Ability to work well with interdisciplinary teams.
Basic understanding of the construction process for environmental infrastructure projects.
A bachelor’s degree in civil, environmental, chemical, or mechanical engineering or related field or equivalent experience is required.
Engineer in Training (EIT) License.

Nice To Haves

5+ years in detailed engineering design; with multi-disciplinary design projects.
Hands-on understanding of multidisciplinary design.
Experience working on private sector water, wastewater or infrastructure design.
Experience in detail process mechanical design for water and wastewater treatment processes including, but not limited to membrane filtration, aerobic/anaerobic biological systems, biosolids handling, chemical precipitation, liquid storage and pumping systems.
Decisiveness (the ability to take input and make a decision in a timely manner).
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills (comfort dealing directly with clients).

Responsibilities

Lead the design of simple process-mechanical elements.
Lead in preparing simple calculations for and selection of piping and equipment as per project requirements.
Lead the coordination of interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive solutions for simple design elements.
Lead the guidance of BIM professionals for creating accurate and efficient 3D models and contract design documents for simple design elements.
Lead the review of simple construction phase submittits to ensure adherence to project specifications.
Lead the response to simple contractor requests for information during the construction phase.
Lead site observations during the construction phase for simple design elements.
Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs.
May provide mentorship, guidance, support, and knowledge-sharing to help less experienced team members develop their skills and grow within their roles.