Water Treatment Process Engineer

Water Treatment Process Engineer

Big challenges need bold thinkers. If you're someone who sees problems as opportunities, you'll thrive here. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned, which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we've tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability. At RESPEC, you'll work alongside clients to take on critical problems. Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems. We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you'll fit right in.

Job Description

RESPEC seeks a Water Treatment Process Engineer in our Water market sector, located in Colorado Springs, Denver or Loveland.

The Water Treatment Process Engineer supports the planning, design, and delivery of municipal and industrial water treatment projects, including treatment process design, process hydraulics, facility upgrades, and process optimization. Responsibilities include conducting engineering analyses; developing technical reports, plans, specifications, and cost estimates; performing field investigations and data evaluations; and supporting the delivery of safe, reliable, and regulatory-compliant water treatment solutions.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, or a related engineering field
• Minimum of 4 years of experience
• Professional Engineering (PE) Certification
• Ability to interpret water quality and laboratory testing data to support treatment process evaluation and optimization
• Working knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local drinking water regulations, codes, and industry standards related to planning, design, and operation of public water systems
• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record; position requires operating a company or personal vehicle during work hours for business-related travel

Preferred:

• Relevant professional training or certifications in water or wastewater treatment processes
• Experience with planning and/or process evaluation for potable water treatment facilities
• Familiarity with AutoCAD
• Proficiency in WaterGEMS, WaterCAD, SewerGEMS, EPANET, or similar hydraulic modeling software
• Manage multiple municipal water treatment projects through all phases of planning, design, implementation, and commissioning

Additional Information

Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Compensation includes a comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits package. RESPEC is a 100% employee-owned company and employees are eligible for participation in the EPP after a qualifying period.

Featured benefits include:

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) & ESOP (with company match up to 4%)
• Professional Development and Training
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.