Advanced Lead Chemical Engineer (Advanced Lead Researcher)

Advanced Lead Chemical Engineer (Advanced Lead Researcher)

• Full-time
• Contract type : Standard

Part of Veolia Group, Veolia Water Technologies & Solutions brings together experienced professionals in pursuit of the same goal : to solve the world's most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, the environment, and energy.

We’re always looking for passionate and creative people to help us in this mission!

Job Summary

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Join our dynamic team at Veolia WTS as a Chemical Engineer specializing in Analytical Instruments Technology. In this exciting role, you will drive innovation by designing cutting-edge analytical measurement systems for new product development projects.

You will play a crucial role in launching state-of-the-art analytical instrumentation to meet evolving industry needs, while also contributing to product lifecycle support efforts to ensure the continued excellence and relevance of our existing product lines.

As a key member of our team, you will collaborate with cross-functional groups to optimize the performance, reliability, and user experience of our analytical systems.

Your expertise in chemical engineering principles will be instrumental in solving complex analytical challenges and pushing the boundaries of technological advancements in the field of analytical instrumentation.

This position offers an ideal platform for professional growth and impactful contributions. You'll have the opportunity to shape the future of analytical technology while supporting Veolia's commitment to environmental sustainability and water treatment solutions.

If you're passionate about innovation in analytical science and engineering, we invite you to join us in this rewarding role.

Duties & Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Key Characteristics :

• Enjoys working in a team environment and collaborating with others to develop solutions to technical challenges.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with emphasis on engagement, teamwork, and positive attitude.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently, identify problems, formulate solutions, and determine priorities.
• Meticulous with a keen eye for detail, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Enjoys technical challenges and breaking down problems into more manageable parts, evaluating options, and making well-reasoned judgements.
• Enjoys mentoring others.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :

• Ability to understand applications of Analytical Instruments within our chosen markets and importance of meeting product goals.
• Ability to translate user needs into tangible design specifications. Develop new designs with the ability to identify and scope design, technical risk mitigation, and design verification activities.
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude with the ability to design & assemble test fixtures and troubleshoot & repair analytical instrumentation.
• Lab skills including pipetting, chemical handling, and solution preparation.
• Knowledge of Google Suite and Microsoft applications and the ability to perform statistical analyses using Excel, JMP, or other statistical applications.
• Written and verbal communication skills with an ability to collaborate directly with technical colleagues both on-site and remotely.

Able to adapt to others' communication preferences.

• Ability to interpret technical material including part drawings and specification sheets, vendor literature, and equipment manuals.
• Ability to select parts and equipment based on the design requirements for chemical compatibility, operating environment, and reliability.

Education & Experience

Required :

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, analytical chemistry, or chemistry with analytical chemistry emphasis.
• 5+ 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.

Why You’ll Love Working Here!

• In diversity lies strength - We strive to be a workplace that is inclusive and empowers people to contribute their best.
• Recognition and rewards for your hard work and achievements.
• Opportunity for new challenges - We are growing and love to promote from within.
• An excellent leadership team and a collaborative culture that values innovation.
• At all levels of the organization, we recognize talent and want to help you build your sustainable career!

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 : $108,000 - 130,000 annually.

• Annual Incentive Plan : 10%.
• Life Insurance.
• Paid Time Off.
• Paid Holidays.
• 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.

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