Senior Process Engineer, Industrial Water

$115,800 - $173,800/Yr

Stantec - Albany, NY

Part-time - Senior

Albany, NY

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 Albany, New York, but also offers opportunities in other locations such as Burlington, MA, New York, NY, and Richmond, VA. The engineer will be responsible for networking with professionals in engineering, environmental, and water sectors to execute technical projects and drive business development initiatives. The Senior Process Engineer will evaluate, select, specify, and engineer systems or products for projects, performing tasks such as calculations, design sketches, report preparation, and fieldwork. The role involves analyzing projects to ensure safety, reliability, resource efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. The engineer will also assist in developing detailed proposals and engage in business development activities, which include understanding client needs and identifying solution opportunities. Key responsibilities include performing complex engineering design tasks, collaborating with various technical disciplines, developing design documents, conducting quality assurance, and mentoring junior staff. The engineer will also be involved in the permitting process, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and managing project scope, budget, and schedule. This position requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders.

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 projects.
• 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.
• Manage a team of design professionals and technicians.
• Mentor and supervise staff to develop high-performing project teams.
• Assist with business development pursuits including proposal preparation and participation in interviews.
• Interact with clients and management regarding project status, scope, schedule, and budget.
• Lead and manage the preparation of construction documents including plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Research and understand regulatory issues impacting projects.
• Ensure timely and effective project delivery.

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.
• 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.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work well in a high-performance team environment without direct supervision.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe; experience with software such as Fathom, Arrow, and ASPEN is a plus.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the water, power, and industrial process sectors.
• Familiarity with local and regional jurisdictional codes and design 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.