Environmental Engineer - Process Mechanical - Project Technical Lead

CDM Smith Inc

Hartford, CT

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Business Development, Conferences, Construction Drawings, Data Analysis, Documentation, Environmental Engineering, Facilities Management, Federal Laws and Regulations, Hydraulic Engineering, Industry/Trade Press, Knowledge Base, Maintain Compliance, Mechanical Engineering, Mentoring, Needs Assessment, Piping, Problem Solving Skills, Pumps, Quality Metrics, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Request for Proposals (RFP), Sales Prospecting, State Laws and Regulations, Sustainability, Technical Leadership, Technical Writing, Technical/Engineering Design, Technology White Papers, Water Quality Testing, Water Treatment, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Hartford, CT
POSTED
30+ days ago

Join our team as a Process Mechanical Environmental Engineer and play a critical role in designing and advancing modern water infrastructure. This position focuses on the mechanical and process systems that power water and wastewater treatment facilities, pumping stations, and related infrastructure. You'll apply engineering judgment, collaborate across disciplines, and deliver solutions that are efficient, resilient, and aligned with regulatory and sustainability goals.

This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys both technical problem‑solving and hands‑on project delivery, with opportunities to grow into technical leadership and client‑facing responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

With general supervision, supports the planning, evaluation, and design of basic to moderate‑complexity process mechanical systems for water and wastewater treatment facilities and pumping infrastructure.

Conducts facility assessments and develops recommendations for upgrades, optimization, and alternative concepts.

Performs detailed analyses and final designs, including data evaluation, pump and hydraulic calculations, process piping layouts, and sizing and selection of tanks, equipment, and mechanical systems.

Collaborates with BIM and design teams to develop coordinated facility layouts and construction drawings.

Prepares technical specifications, design documentation, and front‑end contract documents for publicly bid projects.

Supports water quality evaluations and system modeling activities as needed.

Conducts site visits and constructability reviews to confirm design assumptions and ensure alignment with site conditions.

Reviews designs and technical reports for compliance with client requirements and applicable federal, state, and local regulations, while ensuring adherence to firm quality standards and design practices.

Leads or supports assessment and design activities in a client‑facing capacity, with the ability to function as a Task Manager or Project Technical Leader.

Contributes to the firm's technical knowledge base by developing design guidance, white papers, and technical documentation, and may author or co‑author papers for industry publications.

Collaborates with business development teams to support proposals and responses to RFPs.

Engages with current and prospective clients to understand technical needs and participates in conferences, workshops, and industry events to support the firm's visibility.

Provides technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, reviewing their work and supporting their professional development.

May oversee the work of junior staff on assigned tasks or projects.Performs other duties as required.

About the Company

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