Senior Process Engineer, Industrial Water

$115,800 - $173,800/Yr

Stantec - Richmond, VA

Part-time - Senior

Richmond, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Stantec's Water business is a collaborative environment where top engineers and scientists work together to view water as a holistic system. The Senior Process Engineer, Industrial Water, will play a crucial role in this vision by supporting project proposals and applications across various markets including Manufacturing, Energy, Power, Food and Beverage, Hi-Tech, Mining, and Pharma. This position is based in Richmond, Virginia, but also has opportunities in other locations such as Burlington, MA; New York, NY; Chicago, IL; Ann Arbor, MI; Minneapolis, MN; and Columbus, OH. The engineer will engage in both technical project execution and business development initiatives, ensuring that projects are safe, reliable, resource-efficient, and cost-effective. The Senior Process Engineer will be responsible for evaluating, selecting, specifying, and engineering systems or products for projects. This includes performing calculations, creating design sketches, preparing reports, and conducting fieldwork. The role requires a strong focus on business development, including client interactions, proposal management, and collaboration with various business lines to develop opportunities. The engineer will also lead complex engineering design tasks, engage in quality assurance and control, and mentor junior staff. This position is essential for maintaining Stantec's commitment to delivering sustainable solutions and improving water management for communities. In addition to technical responsibilities, the Senior Process Engineer will be involved in the permitting process, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and developing project design standards. The role demands strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. The engineer will also be expected to contribute to the development of high-performing project teams and assist in business development pursuits, including proposal preparation and client presentations.

Responsibilities

• Perform business development/application tasks and collaborate with staff to increase project wins and develop long lasting client relationships.
• Participate in business line teams to manage and develop proposals.
• Act as the client-facing contact for business development, including meetings and presentations.
• Prepare scope of work documents and estimates.
• Develop division of responsibility (DOR) matrices.
• Collaborate with multiple business lines to develop opportunities.
• Conduct quality reviews of proposals and project documents.
• Perform complex engineering design tasks on assigned projects related to water, power, and industrial processes.
• Prepare design basis documents and engineering calculations including mass and energy balances.
• Create engineering drawings and reports, and conduct feasibility studies.
• Present findings to clients, regulatory agencies, and project stakeholders.
• Engage in the development of designs through sketches, electronic models, and diagrams.
• Assist project managers with project scope, budget, staffing, and schedule management.
• Lead the development and coordination of project construction specifications.
• Conduct quality assurance and quality control on assigned projects.
• Review contractor/vendor submittals for adherence to contract documents and industry standards.
• Coordinate with regulatory reviews to seek final project approval.
• Assist in the development and updates of project design standards and guidelines.
• Prepare abstracts and technical papers for publication.
• Manage a team of design professionals and technicians.
• Mentor and supervise staff to develop high-performing project teams.
• Interact with clients and management regarding project status, scope, schedule, and budget.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Chemical, or Civil/Environmental Engineering from an accredited institution; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of total experience, with at least 2 years of operational experience preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred or ability to obtain within twelve months.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to perform mass & energy balance and hydraulic calculations.
• Detailed knowledge of developing piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
• Experience in driving the development of process control narratives for programming process control systems.
• General understanding of project document production, client procurement procedures, and regulatory approval processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe; experience with software such as Fathom, Arrow, ASPEN is a plus.
• Ability to work well in a high-performance team environment without direct supervision.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the water, power, and industrial process sectors.
• Familiarity with local and regional jurisdictional codes and legal requirements.
• Experience in mentoring and developing junior staff.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Wellness program
• Health savings accounts
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) plan
• Employee stock purchase program
• Life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Short-term/long-term disability plans
• Emergency travel benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional membership fee coverage
• Paid family leave
• Ten paid holidays per year
• Accrual of vacation between 10 and 20 days per year
• Paid sick leave in accordance with state and local law.