Principal Engineer

Join the Ecolab team at our Joliet, IL chemical manufacturing plant as a Principal Engineer! As a member of our team you will apply engineering skills to solve complex problems and drive large capital projects to completion. You will schedule and help to coordinate innovative, complex projects to meet cost and time objectives, complying with design criteria and standards.

What’s in it For You :

Thrive in a company that values a culture of safety to include top-notch safety training and personal protection equipment

The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments

The ability to make an impact with a company that is passionate about your career development

Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment- medical, dental, vision, matching 401k, company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more!

What You Will Do :

Develop mechanical designs and drawings with or without existing templates

Provide technical guidance and support to project teams, ensuring designs meet technical requirements and relevant standards

Contribute to the design of mechanical systems, reviewing and approving designs, and ensuring compliance with internal and external standards

Develop project scopes, schedules, and budgets and ensure adherence

Oversee all phases of the project from conception to completion, including design, procurement, construction, and commissioning

Coordinate project activities with other Ecolab associates and outside vendors

Produce clear and timely project updates

Effectively communicate with team members, stakeholders, and external parties to ensure alignment and smooth project execution

Ensure 100% compliance on all safety metrics and initiatives

Minimum Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related

5 years’ directly related engineering experience

Demonstrated knowledge of project management tools and techniques on cross functional teams

1 year experience in construction and engineering projects, particularly in industrial settings

Proficiency in relevant software, such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and Microsoft Project

No immigration sponsorship available for this position

Preferred Qualifications :

Ability to guide and train junior engineers

Demonstrated competence in the management of one or more engineering projects concurrently, with emphasis on in-depth technical contribution

Knowledge of relevant codes and standards

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range

The pay range for this position is $98,600.00 - $148,000.00. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.

Benefits

Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families.   Click here to see our benefits.

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Potential Customer Requirements Notice

To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to :

• Undergo additional background screens and / or drug / alcohol testing for customer credentialing.
• Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance ) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.

Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging

At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. We are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA).

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.