Plant Facilities & EHS Engineer

About us

Gradiant is a Different Kind of Water Company. With a full suite of differentiated and proprietary end-to-end solutions for advanced water and wastewater treatment, powered by the top minds in water, Gradiant serves mission-critical operations across essential industries including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, lithium and critical minerals, and renewable energy. Founded at MIT and headquartered in Boston, Gradiant employs more than 1,400 professionals worldwide.

About the role

The Plant Facilities & EHS Engineer is responsible for supporting the safe, reliable and well-maintained condition of the plant and its associated facilities. The role provides day-to-day oversight of plant facilities, workplace conditions, housekeeping, basic maintenance coordination, contractor activities and EHS compliance, ensuring deficiencies are identified early, assigned to the appropriate responsible party and followed through to closure.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections of the overall plant and facility condition, including WWTP plant facilities, process tank structures, equipment platforms, gratings, walkways, fixed ladders and stairs, handrails, bunds and containment areas, chemical storage and dosing areas, drainage systems, pipe supports, equipment foundations, ventilation systems, lighting and access points.
• Identify damaged, deteriorated or unsafe facilities and coordinate corrective actions.
• Monitor general utilities and facility-related systems where applicable.
• Coordinate minor facility repair and improvement works with internal teams and contractors.
• Maintain a register of facility defects and track actions until closure.
• Ensure emergency access routes, walkways and working areas remain unobstructed and serviceable.
• Conduct routine EHS inspections and workplace observations to identify unsafe acts and unsafe conditions.
• Support implementation of Risk Assessments, Safe Work Procedures and Permit-to-Work requirements.
• Monitor PPE compliance and general workforce safety behaviour.
• Support incident and near-miss investigations and follow-up of corrective and preventive actions.

About you

• Diploma or degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Environmental, Occupational Safety & Health or related discipline.
• Approximately 1-3 years of relevant experience in industrial plants, manufacturing, utilities, water/wastewater treatment or similar environments.
• Basic understanding of plant maintenance and facility management.
• Knowledge of workplace safety and environmental requirements.
• Comfortable conducting plant inspections and engaging contractors and operations personnel.
• Able to identify deficiencies and independently follow up corrective actions.
• Good documentation and reporting skills.
• Practical, hands-on and willing to spend significant time in the plant.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills to convey ideas and technical information effectively.
• Excellent team player with good interpersonal skills and a can-do attitude.

Gradiant is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.