Water Treatment Process Engineer

What You Will Do GFT is seeking a Water Treatment Process Engineer to join our Water team. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at one of our many offices. Joining the water engineering team at GFT means contributing to innovative solutions for sustainable water management and infrastructure. Our team excels in advanced water and wastewater treatment, stormwater management, and conveyance, collection, and transmission. With a focus on integrating technology, sustainability, and compliance, we consider each project a chance to innovate and evolve to protect public health and enhance quality of life. Responsibilities Lead and support the planning and process evaluation of potable water treatment processes, including intakes and raw water pump stations, coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, disinfection, filtration, iron and manganese removal, PFAS treatment, chemical systems, and process wastewater and residuals handling. Conduct site visits and investigations; analyze water quality, facility design, and operating data to assess treatment performance; and provide recommendations for treatment and process improvements. Plan and execute bench, pilot, and full‑scale studies to meet project goals; assess test results and facility operating data to develop process recommendations; and prepare required reports. Qualifications BS in Civil, Environmental, Chemical Engineering (MS preferred) Professional Engineer Licensed required (PE) or the ability to obtain in 6-12 months 4+ years of experience in water treatment discipline, particularly as a water engineer involved with planning and/or process evaluation for potable water treatment facilities Knowledge of standard engineering techniques and procedures. Strong understanding of water treatment chemistry and processes such as oxidation, coagulation, clarification, filtration, disinfection, adsorption, and pH adjustment. Experience in hydraulics, chemical feed systems, and water treatment technology is necessary. Experience in the planning and execution of projects: project approach and resource needs, options analysis, process and equipment design, and engineering document development through the project delivery phases of plan, design, procure, construct, and commissioning. The role will require occasional travel for meetings, field work, site investigation and inspection. What We Prefer Experience working directly with Environmental Regulators (e.g., NJDEP, PADEP, MDE, NYDOH, etc). Compensation The salary range for this role is $80,000 - $180,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location. Featured Benefits Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment. Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Tax‑deferred 401(k) savings plan. Competitive paid‑time‑off (PTO) accrual. Tuition reimbursement for continued education. Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations. Incentive compensation for eligible positions. Location Marlton, NJ; East Brunswick, NJ; New York, NY; Woodbury, NY Core Business Hours 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Employment Status Full‑Time Equal Opportunity GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law. GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr GFT