
Project Engineer
San Luis Obispo, CA · HybridFull-timeCAD 81–108K/yrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago
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The Project Engineer designs and engineers custom water and wastewater treatment systems, translating customer specifications into buildable, cost‑effective designs, reviewing technical documents, supporting procurement and manufacturing, coordinating cross‑functional teams, and contributing to proposals and continuous improvement.
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Are you passionate about designing custom water and wastewater treatment solutions that make a real difference for communities and the environment? Then join our mission to pioneer smarter water solutions that reduce energy use and improve lives.
As our new Project Engineer , you'll be designing and engineering custom water and wastewater treatment systems that deliver reliable, compliant solutions tailored to each customer's unique requirements. You'll be part of a diverse, supportive and inclusive culture that celebrates our differences and puts people first by fostering growth, well-being, and a sense of belonging.
What you will be doing:
As a key part of the Water Treatment Engineering team, you'll create impact by translating customer specifications into buildable, cost-effective system designs that ensure clean water reaches the people and industries that depend on it.
Your main responsibilities include:
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Design water and wastewater treatment equipment using SolidWorks, ERP systems, and other engineering tools to meet customer specifications and compliance requirements
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Review technical documents for completeness and provide technical leadership on engineering projects throughout the design-to-build lifecycle
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Support procurement and manufacturing during system builds by resolving issues, answering questions, and confirming projects proceed on schedule and within budget
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Coordinate cross-functionally with production, testing, purchasing, field startup, and project management to ensure seamless project execution
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Contribute to proposal generation, system operating manuals, and continuous improvement of engineering tools and processes
This position will report to the Brockville, CA or San Luis Obispo, US location on a hybrid schedule.
What makes you a great fit:
Above all, you're a detail-oriented mechanical engineer with hands-on experience in water treatment system design, strong cross-functional collaboration skills, and a proven ability to balance technical precision with project timelines and budgets. We'd also imagine that you are/have:
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A bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience is required
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A Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the applicable state or province
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A minimum of 2+ years of related engineering experience, preferably in the water treatment industry
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Working knowledge of pumps, blowers, and other fluid handling equipment
It's a plus if you also have:
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Experience using SolidWorks for equipment and system design
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Prior costing and budgeting experience for engineered-to-order projects
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
The salary range for this position is $80,900 to $107,700 CAD. Individual pay will be determined based on market location and the candidate’s profile. The range listed is just one component of Newterra’s total compensation and benefits package for employees. Total compensation includes paid time off, paid holidays, merit increases, commissions for sales employees, etc.
We care! Day to day, you can look forward to:
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A working environment built around your needs, with flexible hours, home working opportunities and parental support.
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Health insurance and a strong focus on well-being activities.
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Three days' additional paid leave for volunteering in your community.
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Access to on-demand training and learning sessions and carefully structured programs to pursue personal and professional development opportunities.
We are inclusive! Celebrating and valuing our differences helps us see possibilities where others can't. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from all abilities, experiences, and backgrounds.
To get to know us better, follow us on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/company/grundfos/posts/?feedView=all) or YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/user/grundfos) . Check out Meet our people to (https://www.grundfos.com/careers/life-with-us/meet-our-people) get to know some of your future colleagues and why they love working at Grundfos.
Grundfos is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Our hiring decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. Learn more about your rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) as an applicant. If you require an accommodation to complete your application or interview, please contact [email protected]. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process.
Our recruitment process is entirely human-driven; we do not employ artificial intelligence or automated systems to evaluate or screen applications.
Are you ready to unlock possibilities at Grundfos? Apply today!
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Workplace: Hybrid (office and home-working)
Job Location: Brockville, Ontario, Canada | Oakville, Ontario, Canada | San Luis Obispo, California, United States
Contract Type: Full-Time
Employment Type: Regular
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