Project Technical Leader - Biosolids AD Process Team

Part of Veolia Group, Veolia Water Technologies & Solutions brings together experienced professionals in pursuit of the same goal: to solve the world's most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, the environment and energy. We’re always looking for passionate and creative people to help us in this mission!

Location: Based near our main offices in Oakville, ON (Canada) or Richmond, VA (USA)

At Veolia Water Technologies and Solutions our Project Technical Leaders serve as key partners for our customers in the North American market, acting as collaborative technical leaders responsible for supporting the successful sale, system design, execution, commissioning, and operation of complete system solutions tailored to our customers' needs.

Join a cutting-edge team at the forefront of sustainable waste management and renewable energy solutions. As our Process Engineering Technical Leader specializing in Biosolids and Anaerobic Digestion, you'll play a pivotal role in developing and implementing innovative technologies that transform waste into valuable resources. This position offers a unique blend of technical expertise, leadership, and client engagement, allowing you to drive projects from concept to completion while making a significant environmental impact.

You'll coach a team of skilled engineers, collaborate with industry partners, and work directly with clients to design and deliver complex anaerobic digestion systems. Your expertise will be crucial in optimizing processes, solving intricate technical challenges, and ensuring the successful implementation of multi-million dollar projects. This role is ideal for a visionary engineer who is passionate about sustainability and eager to shape the future of waste treatment technologies.

Why This Role Matters:

• Drive cutting-edge solutions in waste management and renewable energy

• Shape the future of sustainable environmental practices

• Coach a team of skilled engineers to solve complex challenges

• Directly impact the success of multi-million dollar projects

• Partner with industry leaders to create lasting, positive change

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of state-of-the-art anaerobic digestion systems

• Oversee process design, from concept to commissioning. Process Engineering responsibilities include: 

  • defining the design basis, process design (process flow diagram [PFD], process design parameters, mass balance), proposal Process & Instrumentation Diagram [P&ID] development, process narrative, hydraulic profile, ownership of process guarantees, leadership of process design reviews, risk management, preliminary equipment and instrumentation selections, participating in HAZOPs, successful process start up, performance testing, and on-going operations support. 

• Guide cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional customer experiences

• Innovate solutions for complex biosolids treatment challenges

• Cultivate excellent relationships with clients and stakeholders

Core Qualifications:

• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including vision-setting, team alignment, and decision-making in dynamic environments

• Proven ability to build great customer partnerships and deliver exceptional solutions

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical field (advanced degrees welcomed)

• 10+ years of experience in waste treatment solutions design/operation (15+ preferred)

• Extensive knowledge of biosolids industry and anaerobic digestion processes

• Expertise in designing complex treatment systems, including:

  •   Anaerobic digestion technology

  •   Reception, depackaging, and pre-treatment processes

  •   Digestate and solids treatment

  •   Gas upgrading

  •   Thermal hydrolysis

• Proficiency in heat/mass balance calculations, P&ID development, equipment sizing, and control strategies

• Experience in system startup, operations, troubleshooting, and regulatory compliance

If you're ready to lead the revolution in sustainable waste management and make a lasting impact on our environment, we want to hear from you. Join us in shaping a cleaner, greener future!

At Veolia, we realise diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We’re an organisation that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Because our people are our greatest assets, we also offer competitive compensation and benefits that include:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!
• Life Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan & Permissive Time Off (US only)
• Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.