Senior Design Engineer - Water/Wastewater Treatment
MacKay
| Company | MacKay |
| Category | Engineering |
| Location | Albuquerque |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Senior |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 6 May 2026 |
| Last verified | 12 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (greenhouse) |
Description
At MacKay, we believe great people are the foundation of our growth and success.
We are in an exciting phase of expansion, creating new opportunities for our employees to take on meaningful work, collaborate across disciplines, and build long-term careers. Whether your role is technical or part of our support services team, you play an important role in delivering high-quality work and helping our projects succeed. Engineering Analytics, Inc., now part of MacKay, is seeking a dedicated and relationship-driven Senior Design Engineer to join our team. If the opportunity to make a powerful impact in the water/wastewater treatment process resonates with your goals, let's talk. We are open to reviewing candidates based remotely and are able to support our clients. Proximity to a MacKay Branch office location is preferred.
We offer a comfortable, collaborative work environment with flexible work arrangements. We’re serious about our work – but we’re serious about fun, too. This engineer will be required to travel for about 20% of their time.
Key Responsibilities:
As a senior technical advisor for water treatment process, provide expert guidance on all aspects
Perform and review analyses, prepare drawings, and write and review specifications
Responsible for preparing work product
Prepare and review scope and budgets for proposals
Oversee construction projects as Client representative
Build and maintain strong client relationships
Lead, mentor, and grow the water treatment team
Minimum Qualifications:
B.S. in Chemical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering with an emphasis to the design of water/wastewater treatment systems
Colorado P.E. license is required; P.E. in other southwestern states is a plus
10+ years of experience in process design, construction and operations
Cost estimation, scheduling, subcontractor management
Independent project management
Manage and mentor junior staff
Preferred Qualifications:
M.S. in Chemical, Mechanical or Civil Engineering
40-hour HAZWOPER certification
40-hour MSHA certification
Experience with treatment plant operations
Technical Skills and abilities:
Engineering design, including process, mechanical, piping, and pumping systems
Operational and oversight experience
Construction management/oversight
Cost estimating
Preparation of procurement and construction specifications
Scheduling and subcontractor management
Interpersonal skills:
Nimble learner and adapts well to change
Emotional intelligence
Maintains confidentiality
Active listening skills
Why Join MacKay?
A people-first culture At MacKay, we put people first. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can grow, contribute, and do their best work. We support well-being, encourage balance, and create space for people to succeed both professionally and personally.
Meaningful work and real impact Our teams take on complex infrastructure and environmental challenges that support critical systems and shape the places where people live and work. Every role contributes to delivering that work and making it successful.
Growth and opportunity We are in an exciting phase of growth, expanding across geographies, services, and markets. That growth creates opportunities for our employees to take on new challenges, build their careers, and contribute in new ways as the company evolves.
A strong and trusted foundation Built on more than 50 years of experience, MacKay has developed a reputation for quality work, strong relationships, and dependable results. You’ll be part of a team with a solid foundation and a clear direction for the future.
Opportunities to share in success We provide opportunities for employees to participate in ownership and build long-term financial value as the company grows.
Our Values