R&D Testing Engineer

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do :

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world.

We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future.

Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation and we have a dynamic future ahead.

As the R&D Testing Engineer, you will report to the R&D Manager, producing and overseeing the execution of test plans to ensure proper protocols are followed in all experimentation.

You Will :

Develop test plans to validate in-house prototypes and for the review of 3rd party technologies

Design experiments for proof of concepts and reduction of technical risk associated with new technologies

Design and build test fixtures. Work with department lead to determine timelines, costs, and deliverables

Oversee testing to ensure procedures are being followed. This will include direct performance of wet chemical analysis and execution of test plans.

Coordinate with the Lab Manager to ensure all resources and equipment are available to support the testing. Develop new chemical formulations or methods of analysis.

Follow standard operation procedures to prepare the formulation, e.g., chemicals , synthetic water.

Describe and record all experimental process, data, and results in specified forms (electronic form) with accuracy and responsibility.

Manage all external testing by the department. Author and oversee authoring of test reports. Select and set up the required lab equipment for tests, experiments, and analysis.

You Have :

Bachelor of Science in a physical science, such as chemistry, physics, biology, geology , etc. and a Masters in Engineering

3+ years' experience in a laboratory analysis, experimentation, formulation, and instrumentation role.

Understanding of laboratory and analytical techniques

Understanding of test methods and design of experiment

Experience in wet chemical analysis, e.g., pH, TDS, Titration, and water analysis using spectroscopic instruments, e.g., ICP-MS, spectrophotometer , etc .

Experience in chemistry formulation

Knowledge of proper safe handling / disposal of chemicals and ability to maintain a clean and safe work environment

Knowledge of water quality testing instrumentation

Understanding of statistical analysis to assess experiment validity and report results

Physical Requirements :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, talk, and / or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.

The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include : close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment :

Work in both office and manufacturing environment. May occasionally be required to perform job duties outside the typical office setting.

Watts in it for you :

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity / paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• Learn more about our benefit offerings here :

How we work :

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other.

Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.