Job Description:
Summary:
Barr is seeking a senior-level water and wastewater engineer to join one of its offices. This person will undertake challenging and progressive work focused on water and wastewater supply and distribution systems, collection, reuse, and treatment facilities for both industrial and municipal clients. This candidate may also have a role in day-to-day client service and business development. Project responsibilities may include working as an individual or leading project teams to assist our clients with evaluation, planning, and implementation of water, wastewater, and reuse system operations to address current and future goals including:
Treatment technology evaluations that may include data analysis, mass balance calculations, modeling, bench testing, and pilot testing
Existing system operation, troubleshooting, and process improvement evaluations
Long-range planning assistance, including evaluation of current operating systems and forecasting of future capital and operating expenses
Development of conceptual and detailed engineering including plans and specifications for construction
Assistance with construction, start-up, troubleshooting, and operation of new systems
Preparation of technical reports
Typical business-development activities will include building and maintaining client relationships, tracking marketing leads and project opportunities, developing proposals and presentations, networking, participating in industry associations, and sharing Barr's capabilities with existing and potential clients. Additionally, the selected candidate may lead client and regulatory negotiations and mentor junior staff. This job may require occasional out-of-town travel.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, or chemical engineering or a related field
Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Minnesota, with the ability to become licensed in other states as needed
10 or more years of relevant work experience
Strong technical skills related to water and wastewater engineering
Experience with preparing and managing the preparation of engineering plans and specifications, equipment selection, and cost estimating
Exposure to treatment plant operations
Strong technical and problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with project team members, regulators, and clients
Demonstrated effectiveness in building working relationships and leading and working with multidisciplinary teams
Demonstrated project management skills
Willingness to travel and periodically adjust personal schedule to meet project needs
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. without the need for sponsorship from Barr, now or in the future
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced degree in civil, environmental, or chemical engineering
Exposure to work in a laboratory setting including bench scale testing and wastewater analysis
Engineering knowledge and experience with industrial processes such as manufacturing, petroleum refining, and mining.
Sound understanding of applied aquatic chemistry and environmental microbiology
A hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position can be based out of Barr's Ann Arbor or Grand Rapids, Michigan; Duluth, Hibbing, or Minneapolis, Minnesota; Jefferson City, Missouri; Salt Lake City, Utah; or Bismarck, North Dakota, offices.
NOTE: Some work locations may feature rough terrain typical of construction sites and may also require entering and working in facilities that include limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities. Job assignments may involve work on waste disposal sites and sites requiring cleanup of hazardous materials. An OSHA-mandated physical exam may be required. Safety training will be provided. Applicants may be asked to participate in a drug screening program at the request of specific clients.
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Open positions at Barr Engineering Co. do not have application deadlines. Barr Engineering Co. is an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Barr is proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other lawfully protected status.
