Lead Instrumentation Chemical Engineer - Veolia WTS

Veolia Water Technologies & Solutions (VWTS) is a worldwide leader in water recovery,
treatment, and reuse. We design, supply, and service a range of water systems and monitoring equipment in industries ranging from pharmaceutical to food and beverage applications, and from microelectronics ultrapure water to municipal water and industrial wastewater treatment. We are one of the world’s leading manufacturers of total organic carbon (TOC) analyzers and corresponding certified reference materials. Our ground-breaking endotoxin analyzer is the latest addition to our expanding analytical instruments portfolio. We strive to provide not only superior technology and design, but also outstanding quality, service, and application support.

Job Summary

Join Veolia WTS as a Chemical Engineer in our cutting-edge Analytical Instruments Technology team. In this dynamic role, you will be at the forefront of innovation, designing state-of-the-art analytical measurement systems. As a key member of our research programs, you will investigate and develop new technologies and analytical methods that drive progress in the water treatment sector.

Your expertise will be instrumental in conceptualizing and designing advanced analytical instruments, conducting groundbreaking research to push the boundaries of water measurement technology, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate new analytical methods into existing systems. You will also contribute to the development of next-generation water quality monitoring solutions, playing a crucial role in shaping the future of water management practices.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on global water management practices while working with a team of industry-leading experts. If you're passionate about applying your chemical engineering skills to solve real-world environmental challenges, we want to hear from you. Join us in our mission to revolutionize water treatment and contribute to a more sustainable future.
 

Key Characteristics:

• Exceptional interpersonal skills, fostering strong engagement, collaborative teamwork, and maintaining a consistently positive attitude in all interactions.
• Highly adaptable professional, capable of swiftly adjusting strategies and approaches in response to new information, changing circumstances, or evolving project requirements.
• Thrives in fast-paced environments, demonstrating a passion for developing innovative technical solutions and making well-informed decisions under pressure.
• Embraces calculated risks and demonstrates a growth mindset, eagerly exploring novel approaches and viewing failures as valuable learning opportunities for rapid iteration and improvement.
• Embodies an agile mindset, efficiently exploring multiple parallel options while providing data-driven recommendations to determine the most effective approach.
• Excellent communicator, adept at translating complex technical concepts into clear, actionable insights for diverse stakeholders.
• Proactive problem-solver with strong analytical skills, capable of identifying potential issues and developing creative solutions before they impact project timelines.
• Demonstrates resilience and maintains composure in high-pressure situations, ensuring consistent performance and team morale.
• Exhibits a strong commitment to continuous learning and professional development, staying current with industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Balances attention to detail with big-picture thinking, ensuring both immediate tasks and long-term goals are effectively addressed.
   

Duties & Responsibilities

• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines on hardware and software designs including the evaluation and implementation of new components and analytical methods
• Execute test plans using various analytical instrumentation and sensitive measuring equipment and constructing test fixtures as necessary
• Analyze data using sound statistical and engineering principles, summarize results, author quality test reports, and communicate conclusions effectively
• Create and maintain design documentation including models, calculations, process flow diagrams, and system/sub-system operations
• Effectively communicate the status and schedule of assigned activities to project and department managers
• Lead the chemical engineering efforts as part of a cross functional team on new and existing instrumentation by engaging in project scoping efforts, coordinating activities and updates from other project team chemical engineers, and identifying risk mitigation options to achieve project goals
• Mentor junior team members by providing training, technical guidance, and subject matter expertise
• Provide technical guidance to other departments to support departmental or business initiatives

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Expertise in applying analytical instruments to target markets, with a focus on meeting product objectives
• Proficiency in translating user requirements into actionable design specifications, developing innovative solutions, and managing technical risks
• Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude, including design and assembly of test fixtures, and troubleshooting complex analytical instrumentation
• Advanced laboratory skills, including precise pipetting, safe chemical handling, and accurate solution preparation
• Mastery of Google Suite and Microsoft applications, with proven ability to perform statistical analyses using Excel, JMP, or similar tools
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, demonstrating adaptability in collaborating with diverse technical teams both on-site and remotely
• Proficient in interpreting technical documentation, including engineering drawings, specification sheets, vendor literature, and equipment manuals
• Expertise in selecting components and equipment based on design criteria, chemical compatibility, operating environment, and reliability requirements
• Demonstrated ability to conduct research, developing cutting-edge analytical techniques and implementing breakthrough improvements to existing methods
• Meticulous documentation skills, adhering to established procedures for recording innovative ideas, methodologies, and experimental data to support patent filings
• Proficiency in evaluating intellectual property landscapes through comprehensive searches of patent databases and scientific literature

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, analytical chemistry, or chemistry with analytical chemistry emphasis
• 3+ years of experience in product design and development of measurement devices, analytical instrumentation, or medical devices

Preferred:  

• Understanding of water chemistry and established methods for measuring contaminants in water matrices
• Knowledge of water treatment processes and regulatory requirements for pharmaceutical water production and analysis
• Knowledge of water treatment processes for municipal and semiconductor grade water production 
• Working knowledge of LabVIEW programming 

Working Environment and Physical Demands:

The working environment and physical demands described here, as well as the essential
functions and responsibilities noted above, are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.

• Ability to lift/carry up to 40 lbs.
• Overnight travel of 15-20%

At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Because our people are our greatest assets, we also offer competitive compensation and benefits that include:

• Compensation - The salary range is tied to the market for similarly benchmarked roles. The range is not an absolute, but a guide, and offers will be based on the individual candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, and market conditions, as well as internal peer equity.  Depending upon all the preceding considerations for the final selected individual candidate, the offer may be lower or higher than the stated range:  $80,000 - $100,000 annually
• Annual Incentive Plan Bonus - 10%
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

***Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer
will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this
opportunity***

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.