Field Engineering Co-op

Veoliaenvironnementsa; Nanticoke; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Veolia is seeking a Field Engineering Intern to join a technical service environment focused on industrial water treatment. You will support water treatment systems and help achieve annual goals while actively participating in projects.

This is a full-time co-op starting May 2027 through August 2028, with responsibilities ranging from system drawings to field checks and optimization discussions.

Qualifications

• Experience with titrations, pH and conductivity measurements.
• Basic mechanical skills for troubleshooting chemical feed equipment.
• Proficient in MS Office, Visio, and data management tools.
• Strong teamwork and communication.
• Full-time availability for 14-16 months starting May 2027.

Responsibilities

• Generate system drawings, PFDs for on-site manuals and proposals.
• Conduct wet testing in laboratory on water samples.
• Monitor process equipment performance via online tools.
• Assist in completing monthly reporting requirements.
• Manage bulk chemical inventory and assist with ordering chemicals.
• Perform field checks on process equipment (flows, pH, conductivity, residuals).
• Collaborate with supervisors on equipment optimization opportunities.

Skills

Chemistry basics

Titrations

pH measurement

Conductivity measurement

Lab instruments

Mechanical basics

MS Office

Visio

Data management

Teamwork

Communication

Prioritization

Education

BEng in Chemical Eng

BSc in Chemistry

Tools

Microsoft Office

Visio

Data Management

Job description

Field Engineering Intern

As the Field Engineering Intern, you will be joining a strong technical service environment. In this role, you will have an opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals within the field of industrial water treatment. You will gain exposure supporting water treatment systems and assist the organization in achieving its annual goals and objectives as an active participant.

This is a full-time co-op with an anticipated start date in May 2027 through August 2028.

Responsibilities

• Generate system drawings, PFDs, for use in on-site manuals and proposals
• Conduct wet testing in laboratory on water samples
• Actively monitor process equipment performance through online tools
• Assist in completing monthly reporting requirements
• Manage bulk chemical inventory and assist with ordering chemical products as required
• Perform field checks on process equipment (flows, pH, conductivity, chemical residuals, etc.)
• Work with supervisors on plant equipment optimization opportunities

Requirements

• Experience performing basic chemical tasks such as titrations, pH & conductivity measurements, and using other simple chemistry lab instruments
• Basic mechanical skills to help troubleshoot chemical feed equipment
• Computer skills - use of Microsoft Office, Visio, and online data Management
• Strong teamwork & communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and maintain deliverables in a fast-paced work environment
• Full-time availability for 14-16 months starting May 2027

Education

This role is best suited for anyone currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) program (Chemical, Environmental, Industrial, or Mechanical) or a Chemistry Bachelor of Science (BSc) program. Consideration will also be given to other science-based technical programs and degrees.

Why Veolia?

Join a company that values Responsibility, Solidarity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Respect. You'll have opportunities for comprehensive leadership development, career advancement, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on sustainability and environmental protection while leading a talented team.

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. We offer challenging and meaningful careers, and because our people are our greatest assets, we also offer competitive compensation and benefits.

Compensation

The compensation 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: $24.72-$27.30 CAD.

Candidate Eligibility

Candidate must be immediately eligible to work legally in Canada; the employer will not sponsor candidates for a work permit or any other Canadian work authorization for this opportunity.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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