Wastewater Performance Engineer

Energy Systems Group (ESG) is looking for a Wastewater Performance Engineer to join their team. This role is primarily focused on developing technical strategies for wastewater treatment initiatives, evaluating plant operations, and ensuring successful project implementation in alignment with customer needs. The engineer will also provide in-depth assessments and technical support throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a primary technical resource during project implementation, ensuring alignment with customer needs and project objectives
• Conduct in-depth site assessments to evaluate wastewater treatment plant operations, identify mechanical and operational inefficiencies, and recommend cost-effective, technically sound solutions
• Assist with the analysis of utility bills, facility financials, and operational data to inform technical recommendations and project feasibility
• Perform energy savings and operational savings calculations, life cycle cost analysis, feasibility analysis, and risk assessments
• Create financial models based on project parameters and customer requirements
• Evaluate and optimize performance of wastewater systems including biological, chemical, and mechanical processes
• Analyze and improve anaerobic digester and co-digestion system performance; quantify and classify high-strength organic waste streams
• Provide start-up and commissioning support for biological and solids-handling processes at new or upgraded facilities
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of plant/facility operations and energy systems; act as a long-term technical consultant to customers
• Use process modeling tools or custom analytical methods to assess system needs in collaboration with Process Engineers and Operations teams
• Support the development of technical documents including conceptual designs, construction documents, specification packages, commissioning plans, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Review and approve vendor submittals, shop drawings, and equipment documentation to ensure alignment with project requirements and timely delivery
• Approve selected equipment prior to procurement to ensure accuracy in project costing and delivery timelines
• Identify and work with subcontractors and consultants to develop accurate technical descriptions, validate project scope, and maintain high quality standards
• Coordinate with the Account Executives and Project Managers to develop and present project proposals to customers
• Serve as a liaison between the sales and operations teams to ensure alignment of technical information and smooth project execution
• Facilitate effective communication among internal teams, subcontractors, and clients by developing clear written and schematic technical documentation that conveys project scope, solutions, and risks
• Provide in-person technical support during system commissioning, including training for facility personnel on new or modified equipment and processes
• Coordinate transition efforts between project development, contract closing, and delivery phases to ensure seamless execution
• Respond to RFIs from clients and contractors during both the development and construction phases
• Determine and develop necessary measurement strategies to validate and ensure energy and operational performance guarantees are met
• Stay current on wastewater industry trends, technologies, and regional regulatory requirements by attending industry events, reviewing publications, and maintaining relationships with innovative vendors and contractors
• Capable of being self-directed and successfully developing strategies in open-ended or evolving project environments
• Perform other duties as assigned to support successful project delivery and customer satisfaction

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an ABET accredited Engineering/Technology program or equivalent
• Three (3) to five (5) years' experience in a hands-on role in equipment maintenance, equipment operation, process design, or equipment design
• Engineer in Training (EIT) license
• Seven (7) to ten (10) years' experience with a water/wastewater process facility or design firm
• PE license