V.I.E - Water Treatment Engineer (WWT)

Artelia; Agrate Brianza; On-site; EUR 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development with Artelia

Supportive manager and team

Varied projects across divisions

HR support during V.I.E assignment

Job summary

Artelia is seeking a Junior Water Treatment Site Inspector for a major microelectronics project in Milan. You will contribute to construction supervision, site inspection and quality control of water treatment and distribution systems, gaining autonomy over time under senior guidance.

You will work within an international multidisciplinary team, ensuring compliance with specifications and safety standards while engaging daily with colleagues in English.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in relevant engineering field.
• Experience in water treatment or industrial utilities is a plus.
• Good reading of P&IDs, layouts and technical docs.

Responsibilities

• Support site supervision and inspection of water treatment and utility systems.
• Verify installations against project documentation, technical specifications and standards.
• Monitor softened water production and distribution systems.
• Participate in inspection of ultrapure water (UPW) production and distribution systems.
• Support supervision of raw water treatment and purification systems.
• Monitor industrial and sanitary water distribution networks.
• Participate in inspection of industrial wastewater treatment installations.
• Support segregation and collection of industrial drains.
• Carry out regular site inspections to verify progress and quality.
• Assist analysis and resolution of technical issues during construction and commissioning.
• Prepare progress, inspection and non-conformance reports.
• Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, clients and project teams.
• Support testing, commissioning and acceptance activities.
• Perform site checks per safety procedures.
• Interact with an international team in English.

Skills

Italian language

English proficiency

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Master's Degree in Chemical/Environmental/Process Eng

Degree in water treatment/industrial utilities

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

BIM

Excel

Job description

• Compensation: up to EUR 3,003.87 - monthly

Company Description

Who are we?

We are an engineering group and a major player in the fields of buildings, water, energy, industry and mobility.

Wholly owned by our employees, we are united by a shared passion: a profession that combines the art of designing with ingenuity and delivering with commitment.

Our 11,000 employees across more than 40 countries create solutions every day for a positive future, addressing key challenges for both people and the planet. Our teams remain human-sized, fostering close relationships, day-to-day collaboration and the sharing of knowledge and experience.

To make this job advertisement easier to read, inclusive writing has not been used. Any masculine terms are intended to refer equally to women, men and non-binary people

Job Description

For our Industry Division, we are looking for a Junior Water Treatment Site Inspector to join a major industrial project in the microelectronics sector, based in Milan.

We are seeking a bright, curious, and field-oriented professional interested in developing skills in construction supervision, site inspection, and quality control of water treatment and water utility systems within a high-tech industrial environment.

The successful candidate will join an international multidisciplinary team involved in the construction of new cleanrooms for the microelectronics industry, working daily with professionals from various technical disciplines.

Supported by senior specialists, the selected candidate will progressively gain autonomy in the inspection, verification, and acceptance of complex water treatment and distribution systems.

What You Will Do

• Support site supervision and inspection activities related to water treatment and water utility systems.
• Verify the compliance of installations with project documentation, technical specifications, and applicable standards.
• Monitor works related to softened water production and distribution systems.
• Participate in the inspection of ultrapure water (UPW) production and distribution systems.
• Support supervision activities related to raw water treatment and purification systems.
• Monitor industrial and sanitary water distribution networks.
• Participate in the inspection of industrial wastewater treatment installations.
• Support activities related to the segregation and collection of industrial drains.
• Carry out regular site inspections to verify construction progress and installation quality.
• Assist in the analysis and resolution of technical issues arising during construction and commissioning phases.
• Prepare technical progress, inspection, and non-conformance reports.
• Participate in coordination meetings with contractors, suppliers, clients, and project teams.
• Support testing, commissioning, and acceptance activities.
• Perform site checks in compliance with safety procedures.
• Interact daily with an international team using English.

Qualifications

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related disciplines.
• Alternatively, a degree specializing in water treatment, industrial utilities, or process engineering.
• Previous experience (0 to 3 years) in water treatment, industrial utilities, commissioning, or site activities would be appreciated.
• Good knowledge of industrial water treatment systems and water distribution networks.
• Basic knowledge of ultrapure water (UPW) systems and industrial wastewater treatment installations.
• Ability to read technical drawings, P&IDs, layouts, and technical documentation.
• Excellent command of Italian.
• Good written and spoken English skills (minimum B2 level).
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Availability to work on a permanent basis at the Agrate Brianza (MI) construction site.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience, even limited, in water treatment, industrial utilities, construction supervision, commissioning, or engineering design.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Revit.
• Knowledge of BIM environments and methodologies.
• Construction site safety training.
• Experience or interest in cleanroom, semiconductor, industrial, pharmaceutical, or data center projects.
• Excellent command of Italian and English.
• Knowledge of French would be considered an advantage.

Key Personal Attributes

• Strong interest in site-based activities.
• Accuracy and technical rigor.
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive approach and ability to work independently.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with contractors, suppliers, and clients.
• Team spirit and ability to work in multidisciplinary and international environments.
• Technical curiosity and a strong willingness to learn.

Additional Information

What we offer:

• A great stepping stone for your future career with Artelia
• A supportive manager who works closely with you within a close-knit team
• Experienced professionals who will support you as you contribute to a variety of projects of different scales
• A dedicated HR team to guide and support you throughout your V.I.E assignment