Wastewater Treatment Engineer
$120k - $160k per yearAECOM
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AECOM is seeking a Wastewater Treatment Engineer to support and advance technical delivery within our BC Water Team. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who provides specialized technical expertise and contributes independently to wastewater treatment studies and designs while supporting overall project delivery.
This position may be based in Kelowna, Burnaby, or Victoria and offers the opportunity to work on complex water treatment projects alongside Technical Leads and multidisciplinary teams across British Columbia.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as an technical resource providing specialized input to municipal wastewater treatment studies, designs, and infrastructure projects .
- Independently complete discipline‑specific components of wastewater treatment projects, including process design, analysis, and modeling.
- Apply regulations, guidelines, and best practices in the development of compliant treatment solutions.
- Participate in interdisciplinary reviews to ensure technical integration, constructability, and quality of deliverables.
- Prepare and review technical reports, drawings, specifications, and calculations related to potable water treatment systems.
- Perform quality control reviews of work prepared by others.
- Develop construction cost estimates, technical effort estimates, and provide input to project budgets and schedules.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and project staff.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
- A minimum of 6 years of related experience , or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education , in wastewater treatment or closely related fields.
- Eligibility for registration as a Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) in British Columbia, or ability to obtain registration within 6 months.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s or PhD degree in a related field with a focus on wastewater treatment.
- 10+ years of experience in wastewater treatment engineering, with a focus on developing client focused solutions while achieving modeling and regulatory compliance.
- Experience with treatment modeling software and data analysis tools.
- Solid understanding of treatment processes, system design, and performance evaluation.
- Ability to work independently and exercise sound engineering judgment.
- Experience supporting municipal treatment or infrastructure projects.
- Familiarity with BC and Canadian regulatory frameworks, guidelines, and approval quality regulations and approval processes.
- Experience preparing technical specifications, design packages, and construction cost estimates.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor junior staff and contribute to technical excellence within a team environment.
Additional Information
At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $120000 to $160000.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Artificial intelligence will be used to support the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this role. Final hiring decisions are made by the hiring team.
ReqID: J10155000
Business Line: Water
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: Canada
Career Area: Engineering
Work Location Model: Hybrid
Compensation: CAD 120000 - CAD 160000 - yearly
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