Many of the world’s top engineers and scientists come together in our Water business because they view a community’s interaction with water a bit differently—as a single holistic system, rather than unconnected networks divided by jurisdictional boundaries. Working throughout the hydrologic cycle, we are delivering sustainable solutions to make sure water is where it should be and available when needed. Our experts guide our work with scientific rigor, an innovative spirit, and a vision for growth. Every day, we help communities improve, reuse, and protect this precious resource for future generations. By 2025 we’re hiring 2,000 people (like you) to join our team. Grow with us, H2O+U.
Do you want to be part of a collaborative team that puts people first, lives its corporate values, and works on some of the most challenging water projects in the world? Join us.
Your Opportunity
Our Columbus OH office is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to join our multi-disciplinary team of water professionals, each committed to delivering sound and strategic consulting services to a range of clients. The Columbus office is part of Stantec’s North Region team consisting of nearly 400 water professionals working together to produce high quality deliverables on projects throughout the region. As a process engineer, you will work in a supportive team environment and have exposure to water infrastructure design projects that include water and wastewater treatment plants, pipelines, and pump stations. You will be involved in planning, design, and construction of critical infrastructure projects, including new facilities and rehabilitation and upgrades of existing facilities. You will work with Stantec team members throughout the US and be connected to our global expertise.
Your Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with local and virtual project teams and senior project staff to produce high quality work products for our water and wastewater clients with a minimum level of guidance. Tasks may include performing engineering calculations, preparing detailed design drawings and specifications, preparing planning and technical engineering reports, and designing pump stations, treatment systems and recovery processes. Collaborate with national process technical subject matter experts and discipline leadership engaged in advanced research and design to incorporate standards of practice and lessons learned to bring Stantec’s wealth of knowledge each client and project. Lead design tasks as part of a project team. Exercise independent judgment to analyze issues, interpret information and select methods/solutions to resolve problems and meet project requirements. Provide mentoring and guidance to junior level staff, including assigning tasks, coaching, and checking work. Perform site visits, participate in condition assessments, and observe construction, as necessary. Continually acquire new knowledge of and experience with a variety of innovative technologies, treatment approaches, and design tools. Suggest practices to contribute to sustainable development goals. Communicate effectively with large project teams, clients, and industry professionals. Adapt to project changes and develop solutions to address technical challenges. Provide technical support on project pursuits in collaboration with business development leaders. Expand your professional network within the water industry through interactions with clients, regulatory agencies, other consulting firms, and industry organizations.Your Capabilities and Credentials
Thorough understanding of the fundamental concepts of process/mechanical engineering and/or civil/environmental engineering. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), AutoCAD and/or MicroStation and related BIM systems. Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Collaboration and teamwork skills. Ability to multi-task, lead projects and teams, and coach and mentor others. Ability to prepare complete, concise, and organized engineering studies and designs.Education and Experience
BS degree in civil, environmental, or mechanical engineering, or related field, required. MS in mechanical/civil, environmental engineering preferred. Ohio PE license or ability to earn this certification within 6 months required. 5 - 10 years of experience in the planning and design of water, wastewater, or related infrastructure.This position will involve a typical office environment working with computers. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. Staff may also opt to work a portion of their time at home.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. At Stantec, we live our corporate values every day.
Stantec was ranked the 5th most sustainable company in the world and the 1st in North America by Corporate Knights for our 2020 performance. In February 2021, Stantec announced a pledge to be carbon neutral for 2022 and achieve operational net-zero by 2030. Stantec is the only engineering design firm that has been rated a Climate Leader with an A- score by CDP for the last three years. Stantec has been named by Forbes as one of the World’s Best Employers and America’s Best Employers for Women. Additionally, the American Indian Science and Engineering Society selected Stantec as one of the Top 50 workplaces for Indigenous STEM professionals.Join us and redefine your personal best.
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