Lead Process Engineer – Water & Wastewater

Lead Process Engineer – Water & Wastewater

GEI Consultants Canada is seeking a Process Engineer to support the growth of our Civil Practice. This role combines technical leadership in water and wastewater facility design with project management responsibilities, including client engagement and delivery oversight. You’ll work on impactful projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and mentor emerging talent within a flexible and collaborative working environment.

• Design Development:
  Create process engineering designs and equipment selection for water and wastewater infrastructure, including vertical facilities (pump stations, booster stations, reservoirs) and linear infrastructure (gravity sewers, force mains, water mains).
• Technical Documentation:
  Prepare engineering calculations, equipment lists, P&IDs, PCNs, and hydraulic models. Expertise in pump system design, commissioning, and optimization is essential.
• Reports & Specifications:
  Write design reports, technical specifications, and contract documents. Develop construction cost estimates.
• Coordination:
  Act as the lead project engineer, collaborating with civil, structural, and electrical disciplines to deliver integrated design packages.
• Drafting & Modeling:
  Work with drafting teams to produce engineering drawings and 3D BIM models aligned with design intent.
• Stakeholder Engagement:
  Communicate effectively with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
• Construction Support:
  Review shop drawings, respond to contractor queries, and assist with site inspections, commissioning, FAT/SAT, and troubleshooting during construction.
• Project Management:
  Depending on project type, you may lead projects directly as the project manager. You are expected to manage scope, quality, budgets, invoicing, schedules, and client relationships with guidance and support from the senior management team.
• Business Development:
  Contribute to proposals and client engagement initiatives.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with strong academic training in environmental engineering, including water/wastewater conveyance and treatment and civil infrastructure.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation in Ontario.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the design and construction of water/wastewater and related municipal infrastructure.
• Excellent communication and project coordination skills.
• Physical and environmental requirements for this position are available upon request.

• Site inspection and commissioning experience.
• Experience with hydraulic transient analysis and modeling software.
• Familiarity with scheduling software such as MS Project.
• Master’s degree in Environmental, Civil, or Chemical Engineering.

• Applicant must include in their CVs a list of projects engaged in over the past 5 years with details where applicable.
• Interviewees may be asked to complete a technical and written communication assessment during the interview process.

• Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Program including Health Care and Wellness Spending Accounts
• Hybrid Work Schedules and Cell Phone Stipends
• GEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Support and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional Licenses
• Paid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off Program
• Rewards and Recognition
• RRSP Program
• Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion