At Aquatera, we’re more than a utility provider, we’re environmental leaders delivering high-quality water, wastewater, and solid waste services while building healthier communities across Alberta. As a locally owned organization and an Alberta Top Employer, we’re proud to offer meaningful work, opportunities for development and growth, and a fulfilling lifestyle all within a supportive work environment. Everything we do contributes to cleaner water, a healthier environment, and stronger communities so you’ll go home knowing your work truly matters. We foster a strong, supportive culture grounded in safety, integrity, collaboration, and innovation. With opportunities for training, mentorship, and career advancement, Aquatera is a place to grow and thrive while maintaining a positive work life balance. We’re looking for passionate and diverse professionals who share our values and are committed to making a lasting impact.
About the Role
Aquatera is seeking a senior process mechanical engineer to provide technical leadership across water and wastewater treatment, distribution, and collection systems. This role focusses on process optimization, regulatory compliance, capital planning, and operational support while mentoring team members and collaborating closely with engineering and operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Champion Aquatera’s safety culture and organizational values.
- Lead process engineering initiatives for water and wastewater systems; contribute to mechanical solutions as needed.
- Support plant master planning and long‑range capital planning.
- Conduct feasibility studies, preliminary engineering, and technical reviews.
- Develop and maintain process design standards, specifications, and best practices.
- Provide technical oversight and professional sealing of process documentation.
- Lead Management of Change (MOC) reviews, risk assessments, and compliance activities.
- Collaborate with operations on plant optimization, modelling, troubleshooting, outages, and system upsets.
- Maintain accurate P&IDs and support upgrades using AutoCAD or similar tools.
- Coordinate with regulatory agencies and support AEPA compliance.
- Mentor and coach team members and promote continuous improvement.
Qualifications and Required Skills
- Must be Legally entitled to work in Canada without limitations.
- Bachelor’s degree in chemical or mechanical engineering
- P.Eng. registration with APEGA or eligibility for cross‑provincial transfer.
- Minimum 10 years of engineering experience, preferably in municipal water/wastewater or industrial environments.
- Strong expertise in process design, modelling, and optimization; plant operations experience is highly valued.
- Mechanical aptitude with the ability to support field‑based and multidisciplinary work.
- Proven experience managing Management of Change (MOC) processes.
- Strong leadership, mentoring, and technical communication skills.
- Proficient in reviewing engineering drawings, specifications, and technical studies.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and process modelling software; AutoCAD experience is an asset.
- Excellent organizational, judgment, and project management skills.
- Ability to work safely in PPE‑required environments, including regular site visits and exposure to operational hazards.
- Willingness to travel within the region, work variable hours when required, and adapt to changing conditions, including inclement weather.
We offer competitive compensation and benefits including Health, Dental & Vision, Defined Benefit Pension Plan, RRSP matching, Health & Wellness spending account, and above average vacation benefits.
