Application Development Engineer

Aquatech; Town of Hartland (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Aquatech in Hartland, WI, is seeking an Applications Development Engineer to support pilot plant testing, data management, and analysis for process development in a chemical engineering environment.

You will monitor experiments, oversee pilot operations, and maintain data integrity while collaborating with teams to drive safety, quality, and efficiency. This hands-on role requires a BS in Chemical Engineering and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Hands-on approach with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Monitor pilot results to ensure process alignment with targets.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the pilot laboratory.
• 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 ensure safety, quality, and schedule.
• Lead continuous improvement to advance technical capabilities.
• Conduct training for operators.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Effective communication

Hands-on

Team collaboration

Time management

Safety awareness

Education

BS in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Pilot plant equipment

Job description

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.

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