Who We Are

Cambrian Innovation is on the cutting edge of developing distributed wastewater treatment, water reuse, and renewable energy solutions. We are on a mission to simplify water reuse and energy recovery, making them sustainable and cost-effective for commercial and industrial clients.

At Cambrian Innovation, we're not just addressing environmental challenges; we’re innovating the future of resource recovery. Our award-winning products utilize advanced biological technologies, state-of-the-art automation, and modular designs, allowing us to minimize costs while maximizing impact. With our groundbreaking water-energy purchase agreement (WEPA®), we deliver wastewater treatment and resource recovery as a service with no upfront costs, making it easier for our clients to implement sustainable practices.

Founded with the support of NASA and spurred from MIT's innovative spirit, we are proud to have been recognized as a Global Technology Pioneer by the World Economic Forum and as a Circular Economy Leader by Accenture and the World Economic Forum. We invite you to be part of our journey towards creating sustainable solutions for a better future. Join us to make a difference in the world and help shape the next generation of environmental innovations!

Please note: The Denver, CO area is the required location for this role. Qualified candidates outside of the listed area will be considered.

Basic Function

The Wastewater Operator is responsible for operating and maintaining Cambrian’s Wastewater Treatment Facility in Denver, CO, ensuring compliance with water quality standards, supporting project execution, and contributing to system commissioning. This role involves hands-on system operation, assisting with plant start-up and commissioning activities, resolving operational issues within 24 hours, and helping to manage small-scale upgrades and retrofits in coordination with engineers and contractors.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with wastewater treatment processes such as Anaerobic Treatment, MBRs, and Reverse Osmosis (RO), and a solid understanding of EPA, OSHA, and Colorado state regulations. The role requires frequent communication with customers and Cambrian’s Field Operations leadership, and occasional travel to support other U.S. sites.

Key Responsibilities - These are the key items that employees are accountable for. They represent the outcomes and goals that the employee is expected to achieve.

Operate and maintain the full treatment system and all ancillary equipment to ensure optimal performance and compliance with design specifications
Use Ignition and Allen-Bradley control systems to monitor and operate the system, including remote access and timely alarm response
Perform regular calibration and preventive maintenance on pumps, valves, chemical systems, field instruments, and other critical equipment
Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, and control system issues to minimize downtime and ensure continuous operation
Monitor and adjust process parameters such as MLSS, pH, sludge age, solids retention time, COD/BOD removal efficiency, flow, dissolved oxygen, and temperature
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, ensuring OSHA compliance and collaborating with the Safety Team as needed
Analyze operational data to evaluate system trends, identify disruptions, and ensure regulatory and performance compliance
Communicate regularly with clients and project teams to share operational insights, provide technical summaries, and support system optimization
Read and interpret engineering plans, P&IDs, PFDs, O&M manuals, and installation details; verify that installations align with design documents
Assist in developing, implementing, and revising operational protocols for both new and existing sites
Support project management by tracking tasks, updating schedules, and assisting with site upgrades and retrofits
Assist with pre-commissioning and commissioning activities, executing assigned tasks on schedule with a minimum 95% completion rate
Lead punch-list development and resolution before plant handover; verify systems meet specifications before final sign-off
Support and perform functional and performance testing during the commissioning phase
Maintain accurate records, document work completed, and contribute to regular operational reporting
Participate in ongoing training and professional development as determined by the Senior Director of Site Operations; complete required continuing education hours annually

Required Qualifications

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
5+ years operating industrial or municipal water/wastewater facilities
Possess a Wastewater license in the state of Colorado, or the ability to obtain equivalent.
Operated and optimized WWTPs in food/beverage or municipal sectors
Managed digestor systems: phosphorus removal, suspended growth, anaerobic treatment, solids separation
Maintained and operated MBR and RO units
Hands-on experience with anaerobic/aerobic treatment, RO, UFMBR, MBBR, filtration, chemical dosing, biogas reactors
Operated and maintained skidded/process equipment, process controls, and instrumentation
Familiarity with mechanical and electrical basics: pumps, valves, piping, dewatering, solids handling
Applied basic industrial electrical and instrumentation knowledge
Performed regular lab testing, water quality analysis, and data collection (TSS, MLSS, conductivity)
Read and applied P&IDs and PFDs for system operations
Knowledge of PLC/SCADA programming, control sequences, and industrial process automation
Used Ignition, Siemens, Allen-Bradley, or similar automation/control platforms
Strong organization and communication skills
Worked independently in the field, managing multiple priorities
Available for travel 1–2 times per quarter
Valid driver’s license
Lives within 30 minutes of Denver plant site

Desired Skills/Qualities

Degree in Science, Engineering, or technical certificate
Experience with MBR, biomass management, membrane cleaning, and related safety practices

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