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Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Process Engineering * 5-10 years of progressive experience in project design, management, preferable on large capital projects * Working knowledge of ...

JOB SUMMARY The experienced Process Design Engineer (PDE) provides process engineering design and project support for multidisciplinary projects across all units within the refinery, managing project ...

JOB SUMMARY The experienced Process Design Engineer (PDE) provides process engineering design and project support for multidisciplinary projects across all units within the refinery, managing project ...

Support the CAPEX Project Manager in developing industrial projects using established process design standards and methods. * Identify needed updates to process standards, circulate approved ...

Support the CAPEX Project Manager in developing industrial projects using established process design standards and methods. * Identify needed updates to process standards, circulate approved ...

Facilitate team alignment and onboarding process at the onset of design and promote accountability ... Manage, mentor and guide design team members and preconstruction team members to ensure clear ...

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How much do process design manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for process design manager in the United States is $101,733.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $70,500.00 and $129,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the highest paid design job?

The highest paid design jobs are often in executive roles such as Chief Design Officer or Creative Director, with salaries reaching into the high six or seven figures depending on the industry and company size. Specialized fields like UX/UI design, industrial design, and architecture can also command high salaries, especially with extensive experience and advanced skills.

What is the difference between Process Design Manager vs Process Improvement Specialist?

AspectProcess Design ManagerProcess Improvement Specialist
Primary FocusDesigning and developing new processes to optimize operationsAnalyzing and improving existing processes for efficiency
Required SkillsProcess modeling, project management, leadershipData analysis, problem-solving, process mapping
Work EnvironmentCross-functional teams, project-basedOperational teams, continuous improvement projects
CertificationsLean, Six Sigma, PMP (optional)Lean, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt

The Process Design Manager focuses on creating new processes to enhance organizational efficiency, often leading projects and teams. In contrast, the Process Improvement Specialist concentrates on refining existing processes through analysis and incremental changes. Both roles require similar certifications like Lean and Six Sigma but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Water & Wastewater Process Design Manager

Water & Wastewater Process Design Manager

GHD

Syracuse, NY

$112K - $188K/yr

Other

Posted 23 days ago


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8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

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Job description

Help us build the future and we'll help you build a rewarding and purposeful career.

Our global network is made up of architects, designers, planners, engineers, and environmental scientists all working towards the same goal.

Join a team that brings inspirational architecture, landscapes, townscapes and places to our world, and we'll provide you unlimited space to grow.

Who are we looking for? 

We're looking for a driven and experienced Water & Wastewater Process Design Manager to join our Engineering Design Organization! In this role, you'll coordinate technical teams across multiple design disciplines, ensuring projects meet client needs and comply with all applicable regulations. You'll be responsible for executing the technical scope of projects, developing work plans in collaboration with Project Managers and Directors, and verifying progress against schedule and budget. You'll empower team leads with the resources they need, facilitate design decisions, and oversee QA/QC and client review processes. From finalizing procurement documents to managing change records and participating in site visits and proposal development, this is a hands-on opportunity to shape impactful infrastructure projects with a collaborative, high-performing team.

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

  • Needs Assessment: Uncover emerging issues or needs, identifying potential causes, barriers, and key stakeholders, as well as related issues.
  • Culture of Innovation: Drive a culture of innovation by creating multistakeholder solutions that boost creativity, innovation, and collaboration across business units
  • Engineering Solutions Design: Design engineering solutions and the associated validation process to enable the realization of a design brief (for example, in terms of functionality, performance, aesthetics, and cost) that conforms to organizational and/or regulatory standards.
  • Engineering Standards Specification: Analyze information, draft engineering standards and specifications, and evaluate the effectiveness of those standards within own engineering discipline to ensure work of the required quality is delivered and to inform engineering work in the organization and/or of its suppliers, contractors, and consultants.
  • Knowledge Management: Develop policies and processes, create best practices, set up case studies, and deliver internal knowledge-sharing sessions to capture and share knowledge among colleagues on project/program outcomes and innovative practices in a particular area of expertise and to support the practice.
  • Health, Safety, and Environment: Monitor and review performance against health, safety, and environment (HSE) key performance indicators (KPIs) and patterns of behavior within the area of responsibility. Take action to improve performance and to resolve noncompliance with the organization's HSE policies, procedures, and mandatory instructions.
  • Technical Developments Recommendation: Discuss and recommend more complex or innovative technical developments to improve the quality of the website/portal/application software and supporting infrastructure to better meet project needs.
  • Professional Supervision: Lead and oversee the provision of professional supervision to ensure that there is effective professional supervision that supports practitioners' professional development and embeds reflective practice.
  • Feasibility Studies: Conduct complex feasibility studies from a technological and organizational perspective and document findings to complete cost-benefit analysis on implementing changes to business processes, products, or business unit structure.
  • Project Management: Manage a portfolio of projects while reporting to senior colleagues.
  • Client & Customer Management (External): Manage important client relationships with guidance from senior colleagues.

What you will bring to the team:

  • Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Engineering or other technical discipline
  • Professional Engineering License or ability to obtain 
  • At least 7 years of technical, administrative and project experience, managing the design delivery for larger, multi-discipline projects specifically for municipal/industrial water and wastewater treatment plants, facilities, or buildings preferred
  • Knowledge of scheduling software and engineering and capital cost estimating techniques is preferred
  • Process modeling such as bio-win a plus

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Salary range: $112,800-$188,000 based on experience

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, genetic information, national origin, sex (including same sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, service member status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

Take on some of the world's toughest challenges - with GHD supporting you every step of the way.
We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.
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At GHD, we don't just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day.
That's why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today. 
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That's the #PowerOfCommitment
Who we are 
GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents.
The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It's what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity's most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come.

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We are committed to solving the world's biggest challenges in the areas of water, energy and urbanisation. GHD is a global professional services company that is a leader in engineering, construction and architectural expertise. Established in 1928, we remain wholly owned by our people. We are 10,000+ diverse and skilled individuals, yet we are proudly 'One GHD' across more than 200 offices, spanning five continents - Asia, Australia, Europe, North and South America, and the Pacific region. Delivering extraordinary social and economic outcomes, we are passionate about building lasting relationships with our partners and clients.

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Engineering professional services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Waterloo, ON, CA

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