About the organization :

Gradiant is a Different Kind of Water Company. With a full suite of differentiated and proprietary end-to-end solutions for advanced water and wastewater treatment powered by the top minds in water, the company serves its clients’ mission-critical operations in the world’s essential industries, including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, lithium and critical minerals, and renewable energy. Gradiant’s innovative solutions reduce water used and wastewater discharged, reclaim valuable resources, and renew wastewater into freshwater. The Boston-headquartered company was founded at MIT and has over 1,400 employees worldwide. 

Discover us at gradiant.com.

Responsibilities :

• Develop and implement innovative water and wastewater treatment processes to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Design process trains for water and wastewater treatment plants in coordination with the process engineering team.
• Perform equipment design and sizing to meet process requirements.
• Prepare and review detailed Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs), Heat and Mass Balances, and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including business development, engineering, project management, operations, and safety during proposal preparation.
• Participate in vendor technical evaluations, risk assessments, and contribute to selection decisions.
• Develop comprehensive project cost estimates throughout the project lifecycle and collaborate with business development for pricing.
• Deliver client proposals punctually while maintaining high standards of technical quality.
• Participate in and present during customer meetings, including bid clarifications and safety/risk workshops such as HAZOP, HAZID, and FMEA.
• Prepare detailed process engineering deliverables including control logic, datasheets, commissioning and pre-commissioning procedures, supporting project and engineering teams post-award.
• Assist with commissioning and site support activities as required.
• Maintain clear communication with all project stakeholders, providing status updates and transparency on project progress.
• Utilize membrane simulation tools, statistical analysis, and data reconciliation software for design calculations.
• Continuously optimize treatment processes ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Review and approve key project documents including design bases, design packages, and equipment specifications.
• Provide technical training to internal teams and external customers on treatment processes and related technologies.
• Keep abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends, and evolving regulations in water and wastewater treatment.
• Evaluate existing treatment processes and recommend improvements
• Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and training documentation for treatment processes.
• Ensure compliance with all safety, health, and environmental regulations related to assigned activities.
• Analyze customer RFQ, tender packages, and user requirement specifications to clearly identify and meet client needs
• Prepare project kickoff packages and transfer detailed documentation to the execution teams.

Requirements :

Qualification

Bachelor's degree, Post Graduate Diploma, or Professional Degree in Chemical or Environmental Engineering is highly desirable.

Skills 

• Familiarity with a variety of water and wastewater treatment technologies.
• Good understanding of membrane filtration processes and membrane system design.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Detail-oriented, reliable, and well-organized.
• Proficiency in English (both verbal and written).
• Willingness to travel as required.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-energy, start-up environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly to team members and clients.
• Customer-focused with the flexibility and responsiveness to meet diverse client demands.
• Proactive and driven to challenge and improve existing processes and standards.
• Rigorous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and quality in all deliverables.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing positively to team efforts.

Experience 

Minimum 3 years of experience in process and application engineering within the water and wastewater sector.

Certificate 

Relevant Certifications

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Gradiant is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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