Application Development Engineer

Paycom - ATS; Town of Hartland (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

401K plan

Job summary

Aquatech is seeking an Applications Development Engineer for our Hartland, WI campus to contribute to pilot-scale water treatment projects. The role requires hands-on laboratory operations, data ownership, and close coordination with pilot teams to meet safety and quality targets.

The position emphasizes engineering, design, assembly and maintenance of pilot plant equipment, with a focus on process optimization, data analysis, and adherence to safety and schedule constraints.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Effective communication skills.
• Positive attitude with hands-on approach.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Willing to work weekdays, weeknights and overtime as testing requires.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Monitor pilot results to ensure process alignment with key operational targets.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the pilot laboratory testing.
• Maintain ownership of all data generated from the pilot test.
• Analyze data to form conclusions and author pilot reports.
• Engineer, design, assemble and maintain pilot plant equipment.
• Communicate with pilot operations to make decisions in the best interest of safety, pilot quality, and schedule.
• Ensure operational readiness and efficient use of resources.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts to advance technical capabilities.
• Conduct training for operators.
• Establish and enforce a culture of safety, organization, and accountability.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Hands-on approach

Safety consciousness

Data interpretation

Education

BS in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: ICD WI - Hartland, WI 53029, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Job Shift: Day, At Aquatech, we tackle the challenges of water scarcity and complexity by leveraging technology, expertise, and financing to deliver comprehensive solutions that reduce carbon and recycled water footprint. As a leading global provider of water and process technology solutions, we help the world's most recognized companies achieve their sustainability and operational goals by implementing innovative approaches for water reuse, desalination, minimal and zero liquid discharge, and critical minerals recovery. Our work catalyzes the transition toward a more sustainable future and showcases our commitment to addressing water's role in climate adaptation. Learn more at www.aquatech.com

Aquatech has an immediate need for a full-time Applications Development Engineer to work in our Hartland, WI office location.

The individual will be considered a Non-Exempt employee and will work full-time, in-person at the campus in Hartland, Wisconsin. The ideal candidate will have safe working habits, good communication and organization skills, the ability to interpret instructions, and an attention to detail.

Job Description

• Monitor pilot results to ensure process alignment with key operational targets
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the pilot laboratory testing
• Maintain ownership of all data generated from the pilot test
• Analyze data to form conclusions and author pilot reports
• Engineer, design, assemble and maintain pilot plant equipment
• Communicate with pilot operations to make decisions in the best interest of safety, pilot quality, and schedule
• Ensure operational readiness and efficient use of resources
• Lead continuous improvement efforts to advance technical capabilities
• Conduct training for operators
• Establish and enforce a culture of safety, organization, and accountability

Skill Requirements

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to maintain positive attitude
• Ability to be hands on and to carry out tasks with minimal monitoring
• Ability to work weekdays and weeknights and overtime as required by testing
• Possess good organizational skills
• Possess strong mechanical aptitude

Benefits

• Aquatech offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, company-paid holidays, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Physical Job Demands

Lifting / carrying / moving 50 pounds, will need to climb ladders, and will need to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while in the laboratory. Needs high degree of concentration in a laboratory setting.

Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Chemical Engineering