Freese and Nichols · 4 weeks ago
Water-Wastewater Treatment Project Engineer
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expFreese and Nichols is seeking a motivated, early-career Project Engineer to join their Water and Wastewater Treatment team. The role involves designing and delivering complex infrastructure projects, including PFAS pilot studies and wastewater treatment facilities, while contributing to innovative treatment technologies and strategies.
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Responsibilities
Support Project Managers and Design Teams in executing PFAS removal pilot studies, treatment evaluations, and design projects
Lead conference presentations and client-facing briefings on PFAS regulations, pilot testing methodologies, treatment performance, and design implications
Assist in the design, optimization and planning of water and wastewater treatment plants
Perform hydraulic analysis, process modeling, and unit process sizing
Contribute to evaluations of both conventional and advanced treatment technologies, including MBR, RO, and IFAS
Support preparation of design drawings, calculations, reports, and specifications
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated, high-quality solutions
Develop new technical skills and advance your engineering judgment with mentorship and support
Become acquainted with the procedures and techniques necessary to execute a sound and efficient project
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Environmental Engineering
2-4 years of related water treatment experience (PhD experience is acceptable)
EIT certification; PE licensure is not required initially but expected within 2 years of employment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Must have worked in a position that required the application of standard techniques, procedures, and criteria
Should be prepared to use individual judgement
Preferred
PhD in Environmental Engineering is desired
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Paid overtime for salaried employees
Annual bonus
Access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico
Flexible work environment
Hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work
Alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday
Company
Freese and Nichols
Freese and Nichols, Inc. is a consulting firm offering engineering, architecture, environmental science, construction and planning services.
1001-5000 employees
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