Subject Matter Expert - Wastewater Treatment

Olsson • Lincoln, NE

33d • Remote

About The Position

Olsson offers its clients a full spectrum of water and wastewater services, including a complete line of planning, design, permitting, and construction phase services. Maintaining water quality is Olsson’s number one concern, and we are able to respond to a broad set of client demands in a timely and cost-effective manner.
As a Wastewater Treatment Subject Matter Expert, you will be responsible for mentoring, quality, technical excellence, and design reviews. The Subject Matter Expert provides direction on design and development activities across the firm to improve or design new concepts and processes for services within the discipline, focusing on technical performance and production, technical innovation, and quality.
We have two current openings and will consider candidates located in any of our office locations or remote.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required. Master’s degree in Chemical, Civil, Mechanical, or Environmental Engineering preferred.
• Must be a licensed professional engineer (PE).
• 12+ years of experience in water/wastewater process engineering.
• Strong technical background and experience in wastewater treatment, wastewater modeling, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience in leading and mentoring others.
• Innovative and proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development, including participation in professional organizations.

Responsibilities

• Serves as a subject matter expert for the firm, acting as an advisor internally and externally and elevating the level of technical capabilities related to wastewater treatment.
• Provides firmwide direction, internal consultation, and services to clients in a specialized service or discipline integral to the firm.
• Ensure all processes and systems comply with local, state, and federal regulations. Prepare and review compliance documentation and reports.
• Maintains a reputation as a technical expert outside of the firm; writes papers, gives technical presentations, and/or regularly represents the firm in professional and technical societies.
• Promotes efficiencies in producing quality work and ensures quality control standards are maintained.
• Researches and analyzes wastewater-related data, trends, and emerging technologies to provide insights and recommendations internally and externally.
• Builds and maintains relationships with key stakeholders and industry partners to stay informed of developments and to identify opportunities for collaboration.
• May represent the firm on governing bodies of professional organizations to elevate the profession and the firm’s brand.
• Lead and manage water/wastewater treatment projects from conceptual design through to implementation. Prepare detailed project plans, budgets, and schedules.

Benefits

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
• In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level