Process Engineer - Water

Many of the world's top engineers and scientists come together in our Water business because they view a community's interaction with water a bit differently-as a single holistic system, rather than unconnected networks divided by jurisdictional boundaries.

Working throughout the hydrologic cycle, we are delivering sustainable solutions to make sure water is where it should be and available when needed.

Our experts guide our work with scientific rigor, an innovative spirit, and a vision for growth. Every day, we help communities improve, reuse, and protect this precious resource for future generations.

By 2025 we're hiring 2,000 people (like you) to join our team. Grow with us, H2O+U.

Your Opportunity

Stantec's growing Water practice is seeking a highly motivated Process Engineer to join our highly successful water team in California.

The role of a Process Engineer is to work independently on smaller projects and as a team member on larger projects in collaboration with project managers.

You should be able to evaluate, select, specify, and engineer systems or products for a project, and will lead a variety of tasks which may include calculations, design sketches and concepts, report preparation and field work.

Projects assigned will be broad, varied, and diverse in scope. This technical role will also support business development efforts and pursue new business opportunities where practical.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Support the growth and development of the water and wastewater teams across a variety of market sectors.
• Perform more complex engineering design tasks on assigned projects in collaboration with a Design Manager and / or Project Manager, including design basis development, engineering calculations, engineering drawings, engineering specifications, engineering reports, client presentations and required applications to regulatory and / or funding agencies and quality reviews.
• Engage in the development of a design through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats.
• Provide leadership and direction for the proper execution of engineering deliverables for various projects, proposals, and studies.
• Assist with establishing the technical and performance standards for projects.
• Assist project managers with developing and managing the project scope, budget, staffing, and schedule.
• Lead preparation and coordination of the project specifications with construction documents.
• Conduct quality assurance and quality control on own products and facilitate independent technical review of projects.
• Review contractor / vendor submittals for adherence to Contract Documents and industry standards.
• Assist with the management of the design and construction of projects.
• Be involved in the permitting process of projects, which may require meeting with clients, contractors, interested stakeholder parties, and reviewing agency personnel.
• Research and understand issues related to regulatory and other drivers that impact individual projects.
• Ensure that project needs are met in a timely and effective manner.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, along with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to perform hydraulic calculations.
• General understanding of all phases of project document production, client procurement procedures, and regulatory approval processes.
• Ability to participate and collaborate in project team setting and to engage in creative and critical thought.
• Ability to effectively discuss project issues with clients, contractors, equipment suppliers / vendors, funding agencies and reviewing agencies;

to deliver technical presentations in public forums in conferences and technical symposia.

• Possess excellent time-management skills; thorough understanding of task assignment and schedule, budgeting and efficient use of time and available resources.
• Understanding of local and regional jurisdictional codes, legal and design requirements in relevant jurisdictions.
• Proficient in Microsoft (MS) Office Suite, Bluebeam / Adobe.
• Experience with software, such as Fathom, Hysys, Biowin is a plus.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Chemical or Civil / Environmental / Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.

Master's degree preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience.
• A Professional Engineering designation in State of California or ability to obtain one within one year of employment.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

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