Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and driven engineer to lead and manage a variety of engineering projects, technical initiatives, and plant improvements across our wastewater treatment facilities in Connecticut and Massachusetts. Reporting to the Director of Engineering, this role offers a unique opportunity to work with innovative treatment and recycling technologies while collaborating closely with Operations, Maintenance, Production, Safety, and Compliance teams.

The successful candidate will play a key role in improving plant performance, identifying process efficiencies, and ensuring the successful execution of capital and technical projects—ranging from small-scale upgrades to multi-million-dollar initiatives. This position combines hands-on engineering with cross-functional leadership to support both day-to-day operations and long-term strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership and Management

• Lead and manage engineering projects ranging in scope from $2,000 to multi-million-dollar budgets.
• Oversee all phases of new project development including engineering, design, procurement, and construction.
• Manage project procurement activities including RFQs, proposal evaluations, vendor negotiations, and budget oversight.

Technical Support and Operations

• Provide engineering and technical expertise to support daily operations across multiple sites.
• Partner with local production and maintenance teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
• Support regional goals by collaborating with Operations, Production, Safety, and Compliance teams.

Process Optimization and Improvement

• Evaluate existing processing lines and equipment to identify and implement improvements.
• Analyze manufacturing bottlenecks and implement solutions to increase efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Execute plant upgrades and technical initiatives that contribute to overall company growth.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with internal teams, customers, external consultants, and contractors to coordinate project execution.
• Promote a collaborative, solutions-driven environment across departments and stakeholders.

Innovation and Environmental Performance

• Work with advanced water treatment and recycling technologies.
• Propose and implement improvements that enhance productivity, sustainability, and environmental performance.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preference for Industrial, Electrical and/or Automation, Mechanical, or Chemical disciplines).

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in engineering and managing industrial projects, with expertise in project management of small to medium-sized projects and managing multiple contractors.
• Experience in project management of small to medium-sized projects and managing multiple contractors.
• Experience in hazardous and non-hazardous waste treatment and recycling technologies
• Experience with chemical engineering process development work including process engineering calculations and data compilation
• Experience in preventive maintenance and electro-mechanical equipment installation, commissioning and troubleshooting

Skills:

• Proficiency in commissioning plants and systems with high levels of automation and process instrumentation.
• High attention to detail in calculations, design, and operations. Must be able to develop process flow diagrams, process and instrumentation diagrams, I/O diagrams, and process control strategies.
• Comprehensive experience in the entire project lifecycle, including design, capital control, construction, and commissioning.

Work Environment

Travel 20% of the time to different sites. Will be walking, standing, crawling, kneeling, lifting, reaching, pushing, and pulling.

What Does the Interview Process Look Like

We believe in a transparent hiring process that values everyone’s time and engagement. Candidates should expect the hiring process to follow the order below. At any point in the process, candidates may be declined.

• Selected candidates who have completed the application will be invited to schedule a 30-minute screening call via Teams with of our Recruiters.
• Next, candidates will be scheduled for a 1-hour interview with the director of Engineering and P&C. Will tour facility after interview.
• Next, candidates will interview with the Director of Northeast Facilities and Technology and potentially other senior leadership.

Why Tradebe is Right for You

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Generous vacation and sick plans
• Medical (including telehealth), dental and vision
• 401k Retirement match
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Health savings accounts (HSA)
• Agency paid, basic life and AD&D insurance
• Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities
• Leadership opportunities
• Great work environment and culture
• And MORE!

The annual salary for this position ranges from $105,000-$115,000 plus bonus depending on factors such as your location, experience, skills, and qualifications. Please note that the top end of the range is not guaranteed. This range is provided to offer transparency and should not be interpreted as a guaranteed offer. Final compensation will be determined through a thoughtful assessment of your background and fit for the role.

Tradebe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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