Environmental Engineer - Industrial Pretreatment Program Focused chez CDM Smith

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If you're passionate about learning and eager to grow, we’re here to support you with hands-on training, mentorship, and opportunities to shape your ideal career path. You’ll be part of a team that values curiosity, collaboration, and delivering high-quality solutions to our clients and the industry.

We’re looking for someone who:

-Communicates clearly and confidently
-Enjoys guiding and supporting junior team members
-Is excited to help drive work for water and/or wastewater treatment projects
-Has experience working with communities to assess and develop industrial pretreatment programs and limits

Main responsibilities:

Under limited supervision, develop industrial pretreatment programs and industrial discharge limits, as defined by 40 CFR 403, for municipal clients throughout the Country.

Conduct studies, develop technical documentation and provided procedures adequate to protect Publicly Owned Treatment Works. Consultant with POTWs during develop of Control Mechanisms and assist in the promulgation of local regulatory authority.

Reviews draft designs and reports for compliance with federal, state and local regulations. Ensures that firm policies and practices are followed on all studies and designs. Performs site evaluations, as needed, to ensure designs are aligned with client and local needs.

Contributes to firm's Technical Knowledge Management by developing white papers and technical design documentation of new or special case designs, studies, etc..

Collaborates with sales staff to create proposals in response to current and potential client requests for proposal (RFPs). Reviews draft proposals for adherence to firm, industry, state, local and federal regulations and best practices.

Meets with current and potential clients to review their current and future design needs. Attends conferences, symposia, etc. to improve the visibility of the firm's technical prowess in the industry and advance one’s own network and knowledge.


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If you're driven to grow your technical skills, lead meaningful work, and contribute to real-world solutions in water and wastewater treatment, this is your opportunity. Join a team that values your potential and invests in your development through mentorship, collaboration, and impactful projects.

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Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental or Chemical Engineering or related discipline.

3 years of related experience.

Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.

Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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Rhode Island - Providence

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Fulltime-Regular

No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

Proficiency in 3D and 4D Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) tools and workflows, with a strong focus on emerging technologies and industry best practices.

Understanding of engineering design principles, with the ability to apply theoretical concepts to practical, real-world solutions.

Strong command of Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel, Word, and related business productivity tools, to support data analysis, documentation, and collaboration.

Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with a proven ability to convey complex technical information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.

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All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.

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