Process Engineering Technical Lead, Industrial Water
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- BC-1734 Water-US North Central
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- Oct 14, 2021 Post Date
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 has been partnering with our clients for more than 60 years to improve the quality of life around the world. We operate with the strength of a $4.8B+ company paired with the agility of an established practice that has delivered some of the most iconic and cutting-edge projects around the world. This proud legacy has fostered a culture of innovation and safety, leading our team to design some of the world’s most impactful projects—projects vital to both local and global communities.
Industrial Water is one of the fastest growing global business sectors and at Stantec we are poised for significant growth through the delivery of large, complicated projects across a diverse sector of clients and geographies. We are currently seeking a Process Engineering Technical Lead who wants to be part of a purpose-driven organization that’s focused on helping our clients, colleagues and communities in the US Mid-west thrive. Our people are Stantec’s most valuable resource, and in joining our team you will be able to leverage your heavy industrial process, application and operations experiences and expertise to execute work that transforms our communities and inspires our people, within a culture that values inclusion, celebrates shared success, and applauds ambition. Our industrial clients are some of the largest companies in the world with exciting project opportunities in water treatment, wastewater treatment, water sustainability and energy efficiency.
This technical position will be key to our growth in the US north central/mid-west region. Undertaking conceptual and detailed process design for water/wastewater treatment and water sustainability projects in a variety of industries including food & beverage, aerospace, chemicals, pulp & paper,high tech, and petroleum refining.. This role will also support business development efforts and pursue new business opportunities where practical.
Does working with clients on great projects, with a talented team of professional’s appeal to you? Apply now and you can join some of the best technical people in the world and work on projects you can be proud of!
This position can be based out of any of our US north central or mid-west offices (IL, MN, WI, MI, OH)
Your Key Responsibilities
- Support the growth and development of the Industrial Water process team across a variety of market sectors.
- Perform complex engineering design tasks on assigned water, power and industrial process and wastewater-related projects through collaboration with a wide range of technical disciplines. Routine technical tasks include:
- design basis documents
- engineering calculations including mass and energy balances
- engineering drawings (process flow diagrams, piping & instrumentation drawings, equipment/system layout drawings)
- Specification of process/treatment equipment, instrumentation and controls
- engineering reports
- feasibility studies
- presentations to clients, regulatory agencies and/or project stakeholders
- quality reviews
- As part of a team, conduct water and energy efficiency assessments and evaluate manufacturing facilities to identify measures to recycle/reuse water or decrease water demand and reduce energy use.
- Execute and review process deliverables as required, including: - Equipment sizing, process modeling, PFD’s, P&IDs, block flow diagrams, Heat & material balance, utility requirements, line sizing, key instrument sizing, and participation in process hazards reviews, cost estimating, and financial analysis.
- 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.
- Perform business development/application tasks and collaborate with staff to increase project wins and develop long lasting client relationships. Routine tasks include:
- Participate in business line teams to manage and develop proposals
- client facing for business development contact, meetings, and presentations
- scope of work documents and estimates
- division of responsibility (DOR) matrices
- collaboration with multiple business lines to develop opportunities
- quality reviews
- Engage in the development of a design through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, and other visual formats.
- Assist project managers with developing and managing the project scope, budget, staffing, and schedule.
- Lead others in developing and coordination of project construction specifications.
- Conduct and/or coordinate quality assurance and quality control on assigned projects and facilitates independent technical review projects by others.
- Review’s contractor/vendor submittals for adherence to Contract Documents and industry standards.
- Involved in the permitting process of projects, which may require meeting with clients, contractors, interested stakeholder parties, reviewing agency personnel.
- Coordinates with the regulatory review to seek final approval.
- Assists in the development and updates of project design standards and guidelines; prepares abstracts and technical papers.
- Manage a team of design professionals and technicians
- Mentor and supervise staff and develop high-performing project teams
- Assist with business development pursuits including proposal preparation and participation in interviews
- Interact with clients and management regarding status of project scope, schedule, and budget
- Apply and share experience/knowledge of design expertise
- Lead and manage preparation of construction documents including plans, specifications, and construction cost estimates
- Research and understand issues related to regulatory and other drivers that impact individual projects
- Ensure that projects' needs are met in a timely and effective manner
- Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
- Develop process reports, and input into design basis memorandums.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Can work well in a team environment without direct supervision
- Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, along with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks
- Possess a hard-working and positive attitude
- Ability to perform mass & energy balance and hydraulic calculations.
- Some knowledge of environmental regulations and permitting related to water treatment and wastewater discharges is a plus.
- Ability to quickly assess industrial process for core plant functions
- Ability to translate industrial process into clear diagrams
- 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 and Adobe.
- Must have valid driver's license and good driving record.
- Experience with other software, such as AutoCAD, Bluebeam, etc..
- Ability to travel on occasion
Education and Experience
- Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Chemical, or Civil/Environmental Engineering from an accredited institution. Master’s degree preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 12 years of total related experience. Additional experience in a manufacturing environment or with an equipment supplier is a plus.
- License: PE license required
Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
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.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. At Stantec, we live our corporate values every day.
- Stantec was ranked the 5th most sustainable company in the world and the 1st in North America by Corporate Knights for our 2020 performance.
- In February 2021, Stantec announced a pledge to be carbon neutral for 2022 and achieve operational net-zero by 2030.
- Stantec is the only engineering design firm that has been rated a Climate Leader with an A- score by CDP for the last three years.
- Stantec has been named by Forbes as one of the World’s Best Employers and America’s Best Employers for Women. Additionally, the American Indian Science and Engineering Society selected Stantec as one of the Top 50 workplaces for Indigenous STEM professionals
Join us and redefine your personal best.