R&D Engineer-in-Training

Swirltex Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in water treatment technology is seeking an R&D Engineer-in-Training to support the development and implementation of innovative solutions. The role involves lab testing, process design, and collaboration with various teams to enhance wastewater treatment systems. Ideal candidates will have a B.Sc. in Engineering and relevant experience in the industry.

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years’ experience in a technical role in the wastewater treatment industry.
• Experience in ultrafiltration, DAF, settling clarifiers, biological treatment.

Responsibilities

• Performs lab testing of customer sample water and analyzes results.
• Assists R&D manager in development of new water treatment technology.
• Coordinates with drafting team to develop design drawings.

Skills

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

B.Sc. in Engineering

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• Performs bench testing of customer feed water.
• Manages logistics of pickup/shipping/delivery of customer bench test sample water.
• Performs lab testing of customer sample water and analyzes results.
• Assists R&D manager in the development, sampling, testing, analysis, and implementation of new patentable water treatment technology.
• Assists in process design and equipment sizing for Swirltex wastewater treatment systems.
• Supports engineering design to size/select individual components that support overall system design, such as piping systems, chemical feed systems, and process-specific treatment systems.
• Collects background data on water/wastewater infrastructure and community requirements.
• Coordinates with the drafting team to develop detailed design drawings.
• Supports development of front-end contract specifications for procurement.
• Assists with construction management activities, such as reviewing budgets, schedules, shop drawings, requests for information, contractor progress claims, material performance test reports, etc.
• Updates and contributes to project deliverable requirements.
• Creates training materials and trains customers and operators on Swirltex technology.
• Participates in installation and commissioning of new equipment at customer sites.
• Actively communicates and engages stakeholders.
• Assists with the commissioning of water/wastewater infrastructure.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. in Engineering, preferably in Civil, Civil-Environmental, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering.
• Registered with APEGA and in good standing.
• 1 to 3 years’ experience in a technical role in the wastewater treatment industry.
• Experience in key technology areas: ultrafiltration, DAF, settling clarifiers, biological treatment, wastewater nutrient removal (ammonia, nitrates, phosphorus), metals removal.
• Excellent customer service, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with engineers, trades, programmers, and technical professionals.

Location and Travel

• Calgary, AB
• Travel: Up to 20%
• Must have a valid passport and driver’s license.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.