Senior PFAS Process Engineer

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

Company : Black & Veatch Corporation

Req  : 111718

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : No

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Why Black and Veatch

Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity's biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation; 401K match and benefits that start day 1.

Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life. At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use.

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The Opportunity


The PFAS Process Lead will serve in a seller-doer role, growing opportunities and leading the execution of projects related to compliance with the proposed per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) regulations. This role will focus on applications of PFAS treatment and destruction technologies in drinking water applications, but may include wastewater reclamation facilities, landfill leachate, and government facilities.

The PFAS Process Lead will collaborate with the PFAS Initiative Team, Client Directors, and Project Managers on new business pursuits related to PFAS treatment projects. The PFAS Process Lead will be responsible for business development activities and external marketing opportunities such as presenting at local/national conferences, building/maintaining client relationships, and identifying new business prospects

The PFAS Process Lead is expected to be well-versed in all matters of the proposed PFAS regulations and will serve as a technical advisor to internal and external clients. The PFAS Regional Lead will provide subject matter expertise on compliance with the NPDWR and analytical methods for PFAS monitoring, development of protocols for rapid small-scale column testing and pilot testing, development and analysis of breakthrough curve models, and design and implementation of adsorption processes for PFAS treatment.

The PFAS Process Lead will work closely with the Emerging Regulations Campaign, Innovation Platform, and Process Department Leadership to apply innovative and rapid solutions for clients using internally-developed tools and design standards. The PFAS Process Lead is expected to lead multiple projects and pursuits at any given time.

The

Black & Veatch Process Engineers develop technical solutions that are critical to winning work and drive design deliverables for critical infrastructure projects with community benefits. Our Team of over 200 process engineers support water, industrial, next generation agriculture, LNG, hydrogen, fertilizer, and carbon capture businesses among others. We have transformed our team to align with megatrends associated with water scarcity, limited resources, alternative fuels, and energy sustainability.

Our industry leading solutions modernize infrastructure, optimize asset use, reduce cost, and mitigate risk.

Why BVs Process Engineering Team?

• The work is rewarding and meaningful
• The team is comprised of supportive and appreciative professionals
• Career opportunities exist in many rapidly expanding business solutions

Key Responsibilities


Client Focus:

• Identify key client interests and drivers for ongoing projects and new business prospects and may determine the key clients in some instances
• Develop creative solutions and approaches to accommodate our clients' goals and objectives
• Lead business development or pursuit activities, including involvement in pre-positioning meetings, proposal development, and client interviews.
• Attend and present on innovative solutions related to PFAS treatment at local, regional, and national conferences
• Prepare scope of services and fee estimates for proposals, new contracts, and amendments

Project Execution:

• Serve as a technical advisor with a deep understanding of PFAS regulations, rapid small-scale column testing and pilot testing, , development and analysis of breakthrough curve models, and design and implementation of adsorption processes for PFAS treatment, with support and guidance from PFAS Practice Leads
• Lead multiple projects and support multiple clients simultaneously, serving as the central point of contact for PFAS treatment questions and guidance in your…