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ENVIRONMENTAL PROCESS DESIGN ENGINEER POSITION

ENVIRONMENTAL PROCESS DESIGN ENGINEER POSITION
(Specialization – Water and Wastewater Process Treatment)

Firm: Gwin, Dobson & Foreman, Inc.
Consulting Engineers
3121 Fairway Drive
Altoona, PA  16602-4475
Telephone:  814-943-5214/Fax:  814-943-8494
E-mail: info@gdfengineers.com
Website:  www.gdfengineers.com  
Contact:  James L. Balliet, Secretary or
Mark Glenn, P.E., President

Need: Environmental Engineer

Specialization: Water and Wastewater Process Treatment            
Minimum Experience: 5-10 Years

Title: Project Engineer (Classification P-4)

Professional Experience: Design of water and wastewater treatment facilities including knowledge of water and wastewater facilities planning, preliminary engineering and alternatives evaluation, cost-effectiveness analysis, process bench scale/full scale pilot testing, project permitting, preparation of plans, specifications and contract documents, mechanical and process treatment equipment selection, hydraulic design and pumping systems, unit operations design, treatment system and control building layout, chemical feed and storage systems, SCADA systems, project cost estimates and knowledge of current and pending USEPA/PADEP regulations, system startup and plant operations

Water process design experience should include knowledge of process chemistry, coagulation, sedimentation, multi-media filtration; enhanced coagulation; membrane filtration; automatic backwashing filtration, direct filtration; activated carbon, ozonation; softening systems, disinfection (ultraviolet, chlorination), clearwells and CT computations, residual solids handling, dewatering and disposal

Wastewater process design experience should include knowledge of process chemistry,  biological nutrient removal (BNR), nutrient removal technologies (MLE, VIP, Bardenpho, membrane bioreactors, etc) activated sludge processes (suspended growth, and fixed film processescombined sewer overflow disinfection (ultraviolet, chlorination), aerated and facultative lagoons, screening and grit removal, aerobic/anaerobic sludge digestion and handling, dewatering (centrifuge, belt filter presses, plate & frame, drying beds) and bio-solids disposal 

Education: Bachelors of Science in Civil or Environmental Engineering (BSCE/BSEE) or Bachelors of Science in Civil Engineering Technology (BSCET) or Masters of Science in Civil or Environmental Engineering (MSCE) or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Civil or Environmental Engineering

Registration: Registered Professional Engineer (with current licensure in Pennsylvania) required and Water and Wastewater Operator Certification preferred

Salary: Depends on experience and qualifications.

Benefits: Highmark BC/BS, Short and Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Principal 401K Profit Sharing/Pension Plan, Major Holidays, Sick Leave, Personal Leave, Professional Fees and Registration Charges, Equity Ownership Opportunities

To Professionals and Recent Graduates

Opportunities abound at GD&F for those who are eager to advance their careers and take on greater professional responsibility. Salaries are competitive and based on merit and performance.

Licensing fees, continuing education courses and professional association membership dues are company paid. GD&F contributes toward the costs of college degree and certification programs.

Equity ownership is always a possibility for outstanding leadership, achievement and performance.

Benefits

Competitive Salary - 401K Profit Sharing/Pension Plan
Healthcare Insurance - Disability Plans - Life Insurance
Paid Vacation - Flexible Work Schedules

Work Environment

A full range of projects are executed in an inviting, modern building specifically designed for GD&F's engineering functions. Our diverse staff of experienced engineers provides guidance and direction to newer team members.

There is a full complement of support professionals, including surveyors, project managers, construction inspectors, CADD technicians and administrative personnel. Operating always at the forefront of technology, GD&F uses the latest computer programs, telecommunications and digital equipment.

For the Family

GD&F is conveniently located right off I-99's Exit 30 in Altoona, Pennsylvania. We are home to the Altoona Curve Double A baseball franchise and plenty of year round outdoor recreation. In minutes, you can be boating and fishing on Pennsylvania's largest inland lake or skiing the state's highest vertical slope, surrounded by the beauty of the Allegheny Mountains.

Whether in Altoona, Hollidaysburg or surrounding communities, housing is plentiful and affordable. The Altoona and Hollidaysburg school districts are excellent and nearby Penn State Altoona, St. Francis University and University Of Pittsburgh at Johnstown provide outstanding educational and cultural opportunities. Washington, Pittsburgh, New York and Philadelphia are only a few hours away.

Life here is easy, safe and secure; it's a great place to live, work and play!