Applied Research and Development Technologist

Overview

Carollo Engineers is a leading engineering firm dedicated exclusively to water. For over 90 years, we've specialized in the planning, design, and construction of water, wastewater, stormwater, and reuse facilities, bringing innovative and sustainable solutions to the water sector's most complex challenges.

We work with water agencies, municipalities, utilities, research organizations, and private companies across various industries, including technology, manufacturing, and beyond. These clients choose Carollo because we employ some of the most knowledgeable and experienced professionals in the world. When you join our team, you'll work alongside industry leaders who are advancing the science of water, protecting public health, and building resilient communities.

Carollo's vision is to be the best water consulting firm and the best place for you to build your career. If you're passionate about making a difference in this critical field, we invite you to explore a career with Carollo.

Responsibilities

• Assists Engineers by conducting research, performing investigations, and deriving data from measurements
• Makes preliminary selections and adaptations of engineering alternatives
• Participates in bench-, pilot-, and full-scale applied R&D projects.
• Adjusts and correlates data and recognizes discrepancies in results.
• Using prescribed methods, performs specific portions of a broader assignment.
• Participates in applied research related to water, wastewater, and reuse.
• Work with the Technical Practice and Subject Matter Experts to identify and develop applied R&D opportunities.
• Identify innovative treatment concepts for testing at Carollo’s Applied Research Center.
• Assists with the preparation of technical memoranda, reports and electronic deliverables.
• Develop and grow network of water industry leaders as a technical resource and for teaming opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering or related discipline. PhD preferred.
• 2-5 years of directly-relevant experience in water-related research.
• 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), and the National Alliance for Water Innovation (NAWI).
• Knowledge of reuse, drinking water and wastewater treatment systems.
• Experience conducting applied research on treatment, monitoring, or source investigation.
• Experience conducting or analyzing pilot- and bench-scale treatment testing.
• 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.

Compensation Range

$XX,XXX to $XX,XXX 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.

Other Compensation and Benefits

United States

Carollo is committed to providing employees with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that provides the support 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, discount programs, and a Lifestyle Reimbursement Account. 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.

Canada

Carollo is committed to providing employees with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that provides support for employees and their families to lead healthy, productive lives. Carollo’s benefits package includes paid time off and holidays, extended health care coverage, disability insurance and life insurance options for you and your dependents as well as a travel assistance program. Other compensation that may be available includes: RRSP 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.