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empirical Foods · 1 day ago

Industrial Water Resource Engineer

Garden City, KS

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Empirical Foods is seeking an Industrial Water Resource Engineer to join their multidisciplinary engineering team. The role focuses on ensuring sustainable water management across multi-site operations, supporting the lifecycle of water and wastewater systems from design to improvement.

Food and BeverageFood ProcessingNatural Resources

Comp. & Benefits

Hiring Manager

Nicole Postello

Responsibilities

Support comprehensive water resource management, covering potable water intake through wastewater discharge

Assist in developing and maintaining operating practices for water and wastewater systems across all sites

Help oversee water quality specifications and implement preferred water technologies for manufacturing processes

Support water conditioning, utility systems, and company wastewater treatment infrastructure

Help ensure full compliance with local, state, and federal water regulations

Collaborate on permitting requirements, conduct audits, and oversee sampling programs

Maintain accurate data tracking and regulatory documentation

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate water and glycol technologies

Support and contribute to new process deployments and scale-up projects

Support construction and remodel projects to ensure water system compliance

Help develop specifications, evaluate vendors, and make informed purchasing decisions

Perform technical assessments, design calculations, and data analysis

Collaborate and implement water reuse projects from concept to commercialization

Create process flow diagrams, P&ID, mass balances, and technical documentation

Participate in bench testing and pilot development programs

Perform all other duties as assigned

Qualification

Water treatment processesWater system designHMI/SCADA systemsMicrosoft Office Suite2D & 3D CAD SoftwareEnvironmental regulationsCommitment to learningInterpersonal skillsProblem-solving abilitiesEffective communication

Required

Foundational knowledge of water treatment processes and/or system design, including: coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation, membrane filtration, biological treatment, and disinfection systems

Understanding of industrial wastewater pretreatment and primary treatment methods

Ability to develop and document operating practices for water treatment systems

Microsoft Office Suite, and understanding of HMI/SCADA systems

Strong interpersonal skills and eagerness to learn

Basic understanding of environmental regulations in industrial settings

Solid problem-solving and organizational abilities

Effective communication skills across all organizational levels

Proven ability to present technical information clearly and concisely

Commitment to continuous learning and team development

This role is based in a manufacturing environment and requires flexibility to work various hours, including weekends when needed

Position will be required to travel to multiple facilities as needed

Entry level position ideal for recent graduates or candidates with 1-3 years experience in water systems, environmental, civil or structural engineering, or industrial operations