Field Service Engineer

Qua Group; Albany (OR); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquatech, a global leader in water purification systems, seeks a full-time Field Service Engineer to join our project sites worldwide. You will perform commissioning, installation and operation of water and wastewater treatment systems, including RO, UF, and ZLD technologies.

The ideal candidate holds an engineering degree, 2+ years in water treatment, and is willing to travel 45–50%. You will train client staff, oversee startup activities, and ensure system performance while complying with

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in a relevant field (Chemical/Mechanical/Electrical/Environmental).
• 2+ years of experience in water treatment or related systems.
• Willingness to travel 45-50%.

Responsibilities

• Perform commissioning, installation and operation of water/wastewater treatment systems.
• Construction supervision, commissioning, start-up and performance testing of systems.
• Train clients on operation and chemistry requirements and process docs.
• Oversee startup, implementation and troubleshooting during commissioning.
• Review and test water system implementations to ensure proper operation.

Skills

Water treatment

Education

Engineering degree (Chemical/Mechanical/Electrical/Environmental)

Job description

Aquatech is a global leader in water purification systems technology for both industrial and infrastructure markets located in the United States and internationally. We support our clients with sustainable water purification systems and technologies that are solving the worlds water scarcity challenges.

Currently, Aquatech has an immediate need for a fulltime, Field Service Engineer to work in our various Project sites all around the world. The Field Service Engineer will perform the duties described in the job description below and will be considered an Exempt employee.

The ideal candidate will be able to perform commissioning, installation and operation of water/wastewater treatment systems, e.g., thermal based as brine concentrators and crystallizers, ultra-filtration (UF) demineralization (DM), reverse osmosis (RO), Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD), and high efficiency reverse osmosis (HERO).

Job Description:

Perform commissioning, installation and operation of water/wastewater treatment systems; construction supervision, commissioning, start-up and performance testing of proprietary/licensed systems. Perform startup, implementation and troubleshoot problems during the commissioning of water treatment systems; Including:

Prepare project schedules/plans for starting up and commissioning new implementation projects.

Prepare the client site for implementation of Aquatechs systems. Formulate/prepare/supervise conditioning the feed water to meet requirements for proper operation.

Train clients in-house personnel on project start-up and commissioning with respect to water chemistry required for system operation, process flow diagrams, piping & instrumentation drawings and operation and control philosophy of the system.

Execute long-term system contracts for technology systems, including system maintenance; evaluate membrane performance requirements and determine the water treatment/cleaning technology for each contract.

Review and test water system implementation processes and ensure that the client will supply adequate resources for proper system operation.

Additional duties as assigned.

Skill Requirements:

Knowledge of the engineering processes and standards required for the proper operation of water/wastewater treatment plants and technology, e.g., thermal based as brine concentrators and crystallizers, ultra-filtration (UF) demineralization (DM), reverse osmosis (RO), Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD), and high efficiency reverse osmosis (HERO) through coursework or experience.

Perform commissioning, installation and operation of water/wastewater treatment systems

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above and below 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.

Physical Job Demands:

Lifting / carrying / moving 50 lbs, may need to climb ladders and cannot be afraid of heights, and will need to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while on site. Involves sitting at a desk for extended periods of time. Needs high degree of concentration in a busy area.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications / Experience:

Associate/Bachelors degree in Chemical/Mechanical/Electrical/Environmental Engineering.

Two (2) or more years of experience in water treatment or related systems. Recent college graduates may also apply for a Trainee position.

Specialized knowledge of the engineering processes and standards required for the proper operation of water/wastewater treatment plants and technology through coursework or experience preferred.

Valid license and passport withability to travel 45-50%