Business Development Manager - PFAS​/CEC​/Microplastics Treatment Specialist

Business Development Manager - PFAS CEC Microplastics

• Company: Kubota Water and Environment USA
• Location: This is a national search, that can be remote or hybrid from our Canton, Ohio - R&D Facility.
• Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt Position
• Industry: Water, Wastewater, and Environmental Services
• Status: Open until Filled

We are seeking applicants for a Business Development Manager specializing in per/poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), contaminants of emerging concern (CEC), and microplastics treatment. This position supports the strategic direction of the company for successful technological developments, solutions, and improvements. The Business Development Manager will report to the President of KWU. The primary function of this role is to serve as KWU’s expert on PFAS, CEC, and microplastics.

Responsibilities include studying treatment markets, coordinating and piloting new technologies for compatibility with Kubota M  systems, and advancing technologies along the technology readiness level (TRL) scale. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of chemistry, specifically as it relates to PFAS, CEC, microplastics, and water/wastewater treatment processes. A high degree of initiative, independent thinking, and creativity is essential. Knowledge of wastewater treatment and/or membrane bioreactor (M ) processes is advantageous.

This position will focus on PFAS-related research projects, technology piloting, PFAS market evaluation and business development.

• Oversee business and technological development of treatment technologies for PFAS, CEC, and microplastics.
• Collaborate with Kubota Japan’s Research Department, including preparing and presenting reports and data.
• Lead experimental planning and design, including data analysis and interpretation.
• Manage projects, including capital planning, budget management, and system commissioning.
• Write and present technical reports, summarizing results for conference papers, and presentations.
• Develop strong working relationships with engineering consulting firms, utilities, and industry partners to conduct joint research projects at treatment plants, industrial sites, or other facilities.
• Advance technology readiness levels from basic principles to actual full-scale systems.

• B.S. or  chemistry, environmental science or environmental engineering, with research experience in a PFAS destruction.
• Knowledge/experience in the water,wastewater industry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 Suite.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

• M.S. or Ph.D. in chemistry, environmental science or environmental engineering, with research experience in a PFAS and CEC-related capacity.
• Bachelors or MBA and/or experience in business environments.
• Knowledge/experience with wastewater/water sample collection and analysis.
• Direct knowledge/experience of M  systems and or other wastewater treatmenttechnology.

The pay range takes into account a wide range of factors that include a candidate’s geographic location; education; skills; experience and training; licensure and certifications. Hired candidate will be eligible to receive a base salary plus discretionary annual bonus.

• Retirement plan with company match.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Kubota Water and Environment USA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

Kubota Water and Environment USA is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

Interested candidates should fill out our online application.