Equipment Engineer

Solenis LLC; Bagnolo in Piano; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible working approach

Pension plan

Job summary

Solenis is seeking a Technical Project Engineer to support the European Equipment Sales strategy for the South Europe region. This role is hands-on, field-oriented, and manages complex industrial water treatment projects from concept through commissioning.

The candidate will work in a hybrid North Italy setting with regular travel, collaborating with Engineering, Procurement, and Service teams to deliver safe, efficient solutions that meet customer needs.

Qualifications

• Degree in Technical Engineering with water treatment experience.
• 1–2 years in Electrical & Automation or 2–4 years in water treatment as Mechanical Engineer.
• Fluency in Italian and English.
• Willingness to travel ~50% within Italy.
• Valid driving license.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering in early project opportunities, clarify scope, and assess risks.
• Conduct onsite surveys, basic design, and system concept development.
• Define project schedules, execution timelines, and staffing needs.
• Prepare technical specifications and collaborate with Procurement.
• Monitor progress, review specs, and coordinate with teams.
• Lead installation, start-up, commissioning, and final sign-off.
• Provide technical assistance on OEM contracts and diagnostics.
• Manage subcontractor relationships and ensure alignment with standards.
• Support continuous improvement in Operations & Maintenance contracts.

Skills

Water treatment design

Project management

Field-oriented engineering

Strong communication

Travel readiness

Italian & English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Technical Engineering

Tools

Instrumentation & SCADA

Piping & mechanical systems

Job description

Technical Project Engineer - Industrial Water Treatment

Location: Hybrid - North Italy

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Collective Labour Agreement: CCNL B2 Tecnico di Processo - Chemical Industry

Solenis is currently seeking a Technical Project Engineer to support the European Equipment Sales strategy for the South Europe region. This role is ideal for a technically strong and field-oriented engineer who enjoys managing complex industrial water treatment projects from concept through commissioning.

This is a hybrid position in North Italy, with regular travel across the territory.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Engineering team from the early stages of project opportunities, clarifying scope, identifying technical risks, and defining optimal technical solutions to create competitive advantage.
• Conducting or supervising onsite surveys, basic design, and system conception, ensuring the best balance between CAPEX and OPEX.
• Evaluating technical specifications and purchase order requirements, defining project schedules, execution timelines, and staffing needs.
• Preparing technical specifications and procedures for project execution in collaboration with Engineering, supporting the Procurement team during supplier selection and PO issuance.
• Monitoring work in progress, reviewing project specifications, and coordinating with internal and external Engineering/Service teams.
• Inspecting construction sites to verify compliance with design specifications and correct equipment installation.
• Leading installation, start-up, commissioning activities, and final performance sign-off.
• Providing technical assistance on existing OEM contracts, including troubleshooting and diagnostics, coordinating internal or external resources as needed.
• Managing subcontractor relationships, ensuring alignment with Solenis’ core values and project standards.
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within Operation & Maintenance contracts and strengthening the company’s Solutions Provider strategy.

The Ideal Candidate

• A degree in Technical Engineering, with proven experience in water process selection, design, and implementation of industrial water treatment systems (including F&B applications) and chemical injection packages.
• 1–2 years of experience in Electrical and Automation systems is highly desirable. Alternatively, Mechanical Engineers with 2–4 years of water treatment experience will also be considered.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, piping, electrical components, material compatibility, and chemical applications.
• Familiarity with control and monitoring instrumentation, both local and remote modes. Digital capabilities are essential for project implementation.
• Awareness of relevant international standards and certifications for equipment construction.
• Fluency in Italian and English (mandatory).
• Willingness to travel approximately 50% of the time, mainly within Italy.
• Valid driving license.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits
• Flexible working approach
• Pension plan (based on seniority level)
• Opportunities for professional growth within an international environment
• The chance to contribute to sustainable industrial solutions and make a positive global impact

The final compensation offer will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal compensation guidelines. While the published salary range represents the full pay range for this position, the offer will be tailored to the requirements of the role and the level of experience required for this specific opportunity.

Solenis is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.

Role

At Solenis, we believe in transparency, equity, and fair compensation practices. In alignment with our commitment EU Pay Transparency standards, we are pleased to share the expected initial salary range for this role upfront:

• Annual Gross Base Salary Range: €40,400.00 - €59,290.00