Process Optimization Manager Jobs in Decatur, GA

Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) is a leading architecture and engineering firm dedicated to creating opportunities for people to build thriving communities. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Regional Technical Leader – Wastewater Treatment Process Engineer to join our Treatment Practice. This critical role involves leading the planning, technical design, and process optimization for a diverse range of wastewater treatment facilities for municipal and industrial clients. The ideal candidate will leverage their deep technical expertise, project management skills, and commitment to sustainable solutions to deliver projects that contribute to the health and vitality of the communities GMC serves.

Essential functions and responsibilities:

• Contribute to business development activities, including proposal preparation, scope definition, and client presentations.
• Engage with clients to understand their needs, present technical solutions, and build strong, lasting relationships.
• Manage project technical scope, budget, and schedule for process engineering components, ensuring project milestones are met and deliverables are of the highest quality.
• Lead and perform complex process engineering design for water and wastewater treatment plants, including master planning, feasibility studies, conceptual design, preliminary design, and detailed design.
• Conduct process modeling, mass balance calculations, hydraulic analyses, and prepare design criteria, process flow diagrams (PFDs), and piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs).
• Develop equipment specifications, selection, and layouts for various water and wastewater treatment technologies (e.g., activated sludge, biological nutrient removal, membrane bioreactors, filtration, disinfection).
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and design staff, fostering their professional growth and development.
• Collaborate effectively with multi-disciplinary teams including civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation/control engineers, as well as operations staff and clients.
• Assist with permitting, regulatory compliance, and agency coordination for water and wastewater projects.
• Perform site visits during design, construction, and commissioning phases to support process optimization and troubleshooting.

Minimum qualifications:

• Minimum of 20 years of progressive experience in water and/or wastewater process engineering within a consulting environment.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license required.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Environmental, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Technical Skills:
  1. Demonstrated expertise in process design for water and/or wastewater treatment facilities.
  2. Proficiency with process modeling software (e.g., BioWin, GPS-X, WaterCAD, SewerCAD).
  3. Strong understanding of PFDs and P&IDs development.
  4. Familiarity with AutoCAD, Revit, or other relevant design software.
  5. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills for complex process challenges.
• Soft Skills:
  1. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including technical report writing and client presentations.
  2. Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
  3. Demonstrated project leadership capabilities, including delegation and team coordination.
  4. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
  5. Proactive and self-motivated with a strong commitment to quality.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Environmental Engineering or a related field.
• Board Certified Environmental Engineer (BCEE) certification.
• Experience in a diverse range of water and wastewater treatment technologies across municipal and/or industrial sectors.
• Proven track record in business development, including successfully winning new projects and clients.
• Active participation and leadership roles in professional organizations (e.g., AWWA, WEF).
• Considered Subject Matter Expert (SME) in some treatment technologies (e.g., activated sludge, filtration, MBR, disinfection, biosolids, etc.).
• Proficiency in process modeling (e.g., BioWin, GPS-X, or similar).
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations governing water and wastewater systems.

Benefits:

GMC is committed to fostering an environment where our employees can thrive both professionally and personally. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the well-being and growth of our team members, including:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Robust Professional Development Opportunities (Continuing Education, Licensure Reimbursement, Conference Participation)
• Performance-based Incentives and Bonuses
• Opportunities for Community Involvement

Company Culture/Values:

At Goodwyn Mills Cawood, our culture is the foundation of our success. We are driven by a commitment to quality, integrity, creativity, and care in everything we do. We believe in:

• Fostering a Positive and Inclusive Environment: Where every team member feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.
• Client-Centric Approach: Building lasting relationships by truly understanding and exceeding our clients' expectations.
• Collaboration and Innovation: Encouraging diverse perspectives and embracing creative solutions to complex challenges.
• Community Impact: Actively engaging with and serving the areas where we live and work, supporting local non-profits and initiatives that create thriving communities.
• Employee Growth and Development: Investing in our people, providing opportunities for continuous learning, and helping you achieve your professional goals.

Join GMC and contribute to designing and building a better future!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans

About GMC

We believe in community, collaboration, and using the power of creativity and hard work to make a difference. Whether designing schools, parks, hospitals, commercial developments, or providing clean water, safe streets and restoring resilient environments, GMC takes great pride in serving our communities through the transformative work we do. Every project is guided by the foundational concept that communities are built by people, not companies, and we strive to serve our communities with quality, integrity, creativity and care. One of the Southeast’s most comprehensive multi-disciplined firms, GMC is equipped to provide all the services associated with architecture, landscape architecture, interior design, civil engineering, environmental services, planning, transportation engineering, geotechnical engineering, electrical engineering, surveying and disaster recovery.