Regional Technical Leader-Wastewater Treatment Process

If you’re passionate about shaping the future of water infrastructure and enjoy leading complex, high-impact engineering projects—this role is for you. Our client is seeking a highly experienced Regional Practice Leader to drive technical design, process optimization, and sustainable engineering solutions for wastewater treatment systems across the Southeast. Your work will directly support healthier, more resilient communities.

C2C is not an option with this job opening, and all applicants must be able to work for any U.S. employer without sponsorship. Sponsorship is not provided and will not be required in the future.

Benefits & Extras

• Eligible for relocation assistance and sign-on bonus (based on experience)
• Annual bonus tied to office performance
• Multiple office location options: Atlanta, Charlotte, Greenville, Nashville, Savannah
• Leadership opportunity with high visibility in a top regional A&E firm
• Strong company mission rooted in community impact, innovation, and collaboration

Compensation

• $145 – 170k base salary + bonus

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead planning, process design, and optimization of municipal/industrial wastewater systems
• Oversee project scope, budget, and schedule for process components
• Serve as technical expert on PFDs, P&IDs, equipment selection, and modeling
• Conduct feasibility studies and regulatory coordination
• Mentor junior engineers and collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams
• Present technical solutions to clients and support business development
• Perform site visits for construction, commissioning, and troubleshooting

What You’ll Need to be Considered

• Minimum of 20 years of progressive experience in water and/or wastewater process engineering within a consulting environment.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Proficiency in modeling software (e.g., BioWin, GPS-X) and AutoCAD/Revit
• Expertise in process design for water and wastewater treatment facilities.
• Board Certified Environmental Engineer (BCEE) certification a plus.
• Active leadership roles within professional organizations.
• Experience across municipal and industrial sectors in water and wastewater treatment.
• Successful project delivery and client relationship management in a consulting setting.