Senior Biosolids Specialist

Brown and Caldwell is seeking a Senior Biosolids/Energy Specialist with in-depth knowledge of solids process, solids and energy planning, and solids and energy innovations. Work will include process evaluation, trouble shooting, planning and programmatic consulting for solids treatment and energy production throughout the U.S. and Canada. 

Candidate will utilize consulting expertise to organize, manage and execute work on projects and to help ensure successful client relationships.  In addition, the candidate will be actively engaged in business development opportunities as well as research and development.  The candidate will work closely with strong technical experts and other leaders in the company. If you are looking for an opportunity to work with a dynamic and nationally recognized Biosolids and Energy team, with the potential to gain new knowledge, skills, and relationships in a collaborative, innovative and supportive environment, let’s talk.

Detailed Description:

• Perform technical work with the Solids and Energy Specialty team on projects including solids processing and handling, biosolids end use, anaerobic digestion, biogas utilization, thermal dryers, and sewage sludge incinerators for municipal clients
• Engage in process evaluations, optimizations and troubleshooting of existing facilities.
• Understand regulations governing biosolids beneficial use at the state and local level.
• Understand biosolids derived products and their general market applications.
• Provide project quality assurance and quality control
• Provide technical support to sales teams
• Preparation of engineering reports and technical memoranda
• Coordination and leadership of project team members and task leaders
• Active engagement with clients to develop new work
• Professional publication and Association involvement, particularly regional biosolids associations and biosolids committees.
• Participate in improving company resources and tools to improve planning efficiency
• Prepare and make presentations to clients and for professional meetings
• Assist with business development pursuits
• Mentor BC’s next generation of junior-level engineers to become future leaders in the solids process treatment arena

Desired Skills and Experience:

• BS degree in environmental science, geology, or soil science preferred. 
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant industry experience
• Experience should include evaluation of conventional and advanced treatment solids processes and ability to research equipment and technologies 
• Demonstrated knowledge of biosolids regulations and current issues surrounding PFAS preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to conduct effective presentations and prepare written reports and documents
• Understanding of regulatory compliance and permitting
• Strong project or task management skills
• Successful technical presentation, proposal writing, and public presentations
• Excellent technical writing and communication skills required. 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Suite including Word, Outlook, Project, Excel and PowerPoint is required. 
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record may be required

Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee’s primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education.  These ranges may be modified in the future. 

Location B: $117,000 – $160,000

You can view which BC location applies to you here. If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter.

Benefits and Other Compensation:  We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance. Click here to see our full list of benefits.

About Brown and Caldwell

Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction firm with 50 offices and 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry,