Wastewater Engineer - Nutrition Manufacturing Plant - Casa Grande, AZ

About the role

Wastewater Engineer - Casa Grande, AZ Plant

Abbott Nutrition is seeking a Qualified Waste Water Engineer for our new treatment plant in Casa Grande, Arizona.

Working at Abbott

At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:

• Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
• Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
• A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
• A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.

The Opportunity

This position works out of our Casa Grande, Arizona location in the Abbott Nutrition division. Our Nutrition business develops science-based nutrition products for people of all ages, from helping babies and children grow to keeping adult bodies strong and active. Millions of people around the world count on our leading brands – including Similac®, PediaSure®, Pedialyte®, Ensure®, and Glucerna® – to help them get the nutrients they need to live their healthiest lives.

Casa Grande, AZ., is one of Abbott’s leading nutrition manufacturing plants in the U.S., reflecting our commitment to innovation and excellence. But we’re more than just a company, we’re a family. Working here you’ll be part of a family that works together to make a difference and enhance the lives of millions worldwide.

What You’ll Work On

• Lead a team of wastewater operators for meeting city wastewater permit requirements
• Conduct process evaluations and assessments of wastewater treatment systems to identify opportunities for optimization, efficiency improvements, and cost savings
• Develop and implement process design and engineering solutions to address specific wastewater treatment challenges, such as nutrient removal, odor control, and sludge management
• Perform hydraulic and mass balance calculations, sizing calculations, and equipment selection for wastewater treatment systems and unit processes
• Prepare engineering calculations, process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and other technical documents for wastewater treatment projects
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, scientists, and technicians, to develop comprehensive wastewater treatment solutions that meet client requirements and regulatory standards
• Provide technical support and guidance during the construction, commissioning, startup and operation of wastewater treatment facilities, including process troubleshooting and optimization
• Conduct pilot-scale testing and field evaluations to validate process performance, assess treatment efficiency, and identify potential improvements for full-scale implementation
• Manage the department budget and drive cost improvement initiatives related to wastewater operation.
• Support energy center for providing utilities for the plant as needed.
• Stay informed about emerging trends, technologies, and regulatory developments in wastewater treatment and process engineering, and apply this knowledge to project design and execution

You’ll be accountable for meeting our compliance standards including FDA, OSHA and Abbott policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental engineering, civil engineering, chemical engineering, or related field - 3+ years of experience in wastewater process engineering, consulting, or related field, with demonstrated expertise in wastewater plant operation

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong understanding of wastewater treatment processes, unit operations, and treatment technologies, including activated sludge, biological nutrient removal, filtration, and disinfection
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards governing wastewater treatment, discharge, and environmental protection (e.g., EPA regulations, NPDES permits)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex wastewater treatment challenges and develop innovative solutions.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts and findings to diverse stakeholders, including clients, regulatory agencies, and project teams
• Arizona Wastewater certification Grade 3 or higher.

Additional information

Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives:

Pay and benefits

The base pay for this position is $61,300.00 – $122,700.00

In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.

• JOB FAMILY: Engineering
• DIVISION: ANSC Nutrition Supply Chain
• LOCATION: United States > Casa Grande: Plant

Additional Locations

• WORK SHIFT: Standard
• TRAVEL: No
• MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: No

Significant Work Activities

Continuous standing for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day), Continuous walking for prolonged periods (more than 2 hours at a time in an 8 hour day), Wear ear plugs, Work in a clean room environment, Work in noisy environment, Work requiring repeated bending, stooping, squatting or kneeling