Key Responsibilities

Process Design & Engineering Support

• Assist Process Engineers in developing process flow diagrams (PFDs), process calculations, and technical design documentation for water and wastewater treatment projects.
• Support preparation of mass and energy balances, equipment sizing calculations, and engineering reports.
• Participate in process design reviews and technical discussions.
• Assist with the evaluation and selection of treatment technologies and process equipment.

Data Analysis & Process Optimization

• Collect, organize, and analyze operational and process performance data.
• Monitor key process performance indicators (KPIs) and identify improvement opportunities.
• Assist in troubleshooting operational challenges and process inefficiencies.
• Support process optimization initiatives to improve plant performance and reliability.

Pilot Testing & Technology Development

• Assist with pilot testing activities for advanced water and wastewater treatment technologies.
• Support field sampling, data collection, and performance monitoring of pilot systems.
• Document test results and prepare technical summaries and recommendations.
• Participate in technology evaluation and validation activities.

Project Support & Technical Coordination

• Collaborate with Process Engineers, Project Managers, and multidisciplinary teams on project activities.
• Assist in preparing technical deliverables, calculations, and engineering documentation.
• Participate in project meetings and support action item tracking.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure timely completion of engineering tasks.

Research & Innovation

• Conduct technical research on emerging water and wastewater treatment technologies.
• Review technical literature, industry standards, and engineering best practices.
• Support innovation initiatives aimed at improving treatment efficiency and sustainability.
• Assist in benchmarking technologies and evaluating competitive solutions.

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and engineering documentation.
• Maintain accurate records of calculations, process evaluations, and project data.
• Support development of project reports, process reviews, and client presentations.
• Assist in creating data visualizations and performance summaries.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Follow Gradiant's engineering, quality, and safety standards.
• Support process hazard reviews and risk assessments.
• Ensure technical work complies with applicable regulations and project requirements.
• Promote safe work practices during office, laboratory, and field activities.

Working with Different Teams

• Collaborate with Process, Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, and Project Management teams.
• Support communication between engineering, operations, and project stakeholders.
• Participate in cross-functional problem-solving and project review meetings.
• Work closely with mentors and senior engineers to develop technical expertise.

Learning Opportunities

• Gain hands-on experience in water and wastewater treatment process design and optimization.
• Learn engineering calculations, process modeling, and technical documentation.
• Develop skills in data analysis, troubleshooting, and pilot testing.
• Receive mentorship from experienced Process Engineers and technical leaders.
• Build professional skills in communication, teamwork, and project execution.

Preferred Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals, including mass balances, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and process calculations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Familiarity with engineering software, process modeling tools, or data analysis platforms is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Interest in water treatment, wastewater treatment, sustainability, and environmental technologies.