Industrial Water Senior Process Mechanical Engineer

Role description

Arcadis’ Industrial Water Treatment and Optimization (IWTO) team is seeking a Senior Process Mechanical Engineer / Design Manager with 10+ years of consulting engineering experience to contribute to our expanding portfolio of industrial water and wastewater related design projects. In this role, you will support the growth and development of the business through the application of knowledge and expertise in the field of industrial water and wastewater engineering, client services, and design management.

You will have the opportunity to:

• Function as the process engineer on industrial water/wastewater projects
• Apply processes and technologies for physical/chemical primary treatment, biological treatment, membrane treatment, adsorption, filtration, disinfection, thermal evaporation and crystallization
• Receive technical mentoring and guidance from a principal process engineer or subject matter expert
• Delegate engineering or scientific calculations/drawings to mid-level and junior staff
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary design teams to implement complex treatment solutions
• Participate on business development/sales opportunities with clients, including selling of projects to clients and preparation of proposals
• Support or lead implementation of projects from study phase through design, construction, startup and commissioning, and operation and maintenance of treatment systems

This is a hybrid work position. Client facilities and projects are located throughout the US, with some international assignments. Preferred locations include Houston, Dallas, Raleigh, Indianapolis, Minneapolis, Tampa, Denver, Atlanta and Philadelphia; however, other locations may also be considered.

• Active business and risk manager capable of successfully planning and executing projects.
• Provide leadership, direction, and coaching to project team members.
• Make decisions guided by organizational and functional strategies/objectives.
• Deliver guidance and meaningful feedback to support career development and progression of mid-level and junior staff.
• Demonstrate expert critical thinking, accountability, collaboration, communication, self‑discipline, self‑development, conflict resolution and adaptability/flexibility skills.
• Work in and contribute to all areas of the IWTO business (business development, technology, and project delivery).
• Have a strong understanding of industrial water, business trends, and competitor strategies.
• Travel as needed for client meetings, project site visits, etc. (project staffing needs up to 25%).
• Possess a very strong understanding of different types of industrial wastewater treatment systems.
• Design delivery, capital and operation and maintenance cost estimation, consulting engineering firm experience.
• Project scheduling and work planning, proven ability to manage and deliver industrial water projects.

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering.
• 10+ years of industrial wastewater experience.
• Professional Engineer registration in one or more states.
• Valid US driver’s license.

• Master’s degree or PhD in environmental or chemical engineering.
• 14+ years of experience.
• Proven ability to sell projects to industrial clients.
• Very strong competitor knowledge and focus.
• Can‑do approach.
• Demonstrated team player and builder.

Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $97,600- $157,380.

Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non‑discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.

This role is a hybrid work position.