Alexander Gorzalski, PhD, PE, PO
Associate

Alex is an expert in water treatment process engineering and utility operations. He specializes in PFAS removal and treatment for algae T&O and cyanotoxins, with his design experience including GAC and ion exchange systems. As co-lead of Hazen’s firmwide Emergency Preparedness working group, Alex offers expertise to meet AWIA requirements and improve overall system resilience. He is a Professional Operator, with experience in managing a 120-mgd water treatment plant, conducting operator training, and performing filter surveillance.
- Areas of Expertise
- • AWIA compliance
- • Process engineering
- • Water resources
- • Utility operations
- • Applied research
- • Cyanotoxins
- • PFAS Treatment
- • Filter Surveillance
- Education
- PhD, Environmental Engineering, UNC, Chapel Hill
- MS, Environmental Engineering, UNC, Chapel Hill
- BS, Civil Engineering, Madison, UW
- Certification/License
- Professional Civil Engineer
- Professional Operator – Water Treatment