Senior Wastewater Process Engineer

Job ID: 39303 Location: Nashville, Tennessee, United States Capabilities: Project Management Office Setup: Hybrid Salary: $200,000.00 - $250,000.00 Company: Jacobs At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. Your impact We challenge what is currently accepted, so we can shape innovative and lasting solutions for tomorrow. If you’re interested in a long and rewarding career working with the industry’s best and most innovative engineers, then Jacobs is where you belong. We are looking for a driven and curious Senior Wastewater Process Engineer in the Southeast. As part of our team, you’ll engage as a subject matter expert in wastewater treatment technologies. You’ll leverage your expertise in process, pilot scale evaluations, treatment technologies, and applicable regulatory frameworks to collaborate with our team to strategize and deliver meaningful solutions for wastewater treatment project challenges locally, nationally, and across the globe. You’ll also engage in project management, business development, and strategic market/positioning leadership roles as part of our local, regional, and national client engagement, technical solutions, and marketing and sales teams. At Jacobs, we’re partnering across the globe to create the best project outcomes by maximizing the design, digital technology, and support capabilities of our global delivery teammates. By joining Jacobs, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with these teams, as we work to build a company like no other. Join us and continue the development of your skills and advancement of your career path as you explore all that you can do across our global company and share your knowledge along the way. Here's what you'll need Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical preferred) Professional Engineer license (P.E.) A minimum of 12 years of progressive process engineering and project delivery experience with wastewater and/or industrial treatment, including process planning, evaluations, piloting, modeling, and design Proven experience working on wastewater treatment projects Related project management and task leadership experience, including demonstrated ability to successfully manage and deliver projects and tasks Familiarity with State and Federal government regulatory frameworks related to wastewater treatment Ideally, you'll also have Master’s or other graduate degree in Engineering (Civil, Environmental, or Mechanical preferred) 20 or more years of direct experience in wastewater treatment Wastewater experience including diverse liquids and solids processes, including resource recovery Experience as a “seller/doer” identifying, winning, and then leading project teams delivering wastewater treatment projects A strong network with local municipalities or other water/wastewater clients #LI-DL1 Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock. The base salary range for this position is $200,000.00 to $250,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on May 06, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days. We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work. Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support . 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