Emerging Contaminants Innovation Manager

Carollo Engineers is an internationally recognized environmental engineering firm that specializes in the planning, design, and construction of water and wastewater facilities. We are seeking an Emerging Contaminants Innovation Manager. This position will reside within our Carollo Research Group.
 
At Carollo you’ll make an impact at an organization that does meaningful work, fosters a collaborative team culture, and creates a diverse, inclusive environment where you feel like you belong. You’ll work alongside a collaborative and dynamic team of professionals that is truly passionate about our work. Carollo’s vision is to be the BEST water consulting firm and you’ll find that Carollo is also the best place for you to build your career.

• Leading emerging contaminants projects and pursuits including R&D, monitoring, regulatory tracking, and alternatives assessments.
• Participating in and leading applied research related to emerging contaminants including but not limited to PFAS, microplastics, and 6PPD-Quinone.
• Organizing, coordinating, and leading a Emerging Contaminants Community of Practice.
• Working with Subject Matter Experts across contaminants categories and water types to identify emerging challenges and develop R&D opportunities.
• Providing national thought-leadership on emerging contaminants on behalf of Carollo by participating in national committees, presenting at conferences, publishing peer-reviewed articles, and crafting digestible media such as short videos and podcasts.
• Test innovative treatment concepts for emerging contaminants at Carollo’s Applied Research Center.
• Lead technical support for pilot testing of advanced water treatment for emerging contaminants.
• Testing and analysis quality control.
• Assist with the preparation of technical memoranda, reports and electronic deliverables.

• Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering or related discipline. PhD preferred.
• 10-20 years of directly-relevant experience in research related to emerging contaminants including but not limited to PFAS.
• Experience pursuing and managing R&D projects for organizations such as the Water Research Foundation (WRF), US Bureau of Reclamation (USBR), US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Strategic Environmental Research and Development Program (SERDP), Environmental Security Technology Certification Program (ESTCP), or state agencies.
• Knowledge of drinking water and wastewater treatment systems. Knowledge of advanced treatment for reuse and sludge/biosolids handling preferred.
• Experience conducting applied research on treatment, monitoring, sensors, or source investigation.
• Experience conducting or analyzing pilot- and bench-scale treatment testing.
• Working knowledge of public health, toxicity, and regulatory development as it pertains to emerging contaminants.
• Application of engineering principles including critical thinking, analysis, statistics, and innovative techniques.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with groups and individuals at all levels in an organization.
• Highly motivated, creative, articulate, and self-starting.
• Proficiency in R or python preferred.

$180,000 to $200,000 annually. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Carollo is committed to providing employees with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that provides the care employees and their families need to lead healthy, productive lives. Carollo’s benefits package includes paid time off and holidays, comprehensive health insurance coverage, pre-tax savings account options for healthcare, dependent care and commuter expenses, disability insurance and life insurance options for you and your dependents. We also offer free Caregiver Support, Travel Assistance, counseling services and discount programs. Other compensation that may be available includes: 401(k) company contribution matching, tuition reimbursement, discretionary bonuses, career advancement bonuses, professional registration bonuses, employee referral bonuses, and compensatory time for exempt employees. Flexible work arrangements may also be available.  Eligibility for benefits varies based on employment status.