Field Service Engineer – Water Treatment

Confidential; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential is looking for a Field Service Engineer specializing in high purity water and wastewater systems. The role involves commissioning, troubleshooting, and servicing complex water treatment systems, requiring significant travel.

Applicants should have at least 5 years of experience, strong mechanical and electrical skills, and a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience. Responsibilities also include providing training and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in field service or commissioning.
• Background in water treatment or high-purity systems.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 85%.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning and startup activities for water systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues on-site.
• Conduct system testing and validate performance.

Skills

Field Service Engineering

Troubleshooting mechanical issues

Electrical troubleshooting

PLC controls

Customer support

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

PLC (Allen-Bradley, Siemens)

Power systems

Job description

The High Purity Water & Wastewater Commissioning / Field Service Engineer is responsible for troubleshooting, commissioning, startup, and servicing complex water treatment systems. This role includes installation verification, startup activities, field testing, and providing technical support to customers.

The engineer will work independently at domestic and international project sites to ensure systems operate according to design specifications and quality standards. Extensive travel is required, along with direct interaction with customers, contractors, and internal engineering teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning and startup of high-purity water and wastewater systems
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and process-related issues
• Conduct site surveys, system testing, and performance validation
• Work with PLC controls (Allen-Bradley, Siemens) and process instrumentation
• Support low-voltage and power systems, including:
• 24 VDC
• 120 VAC
• 220 VAC
• 208/277 VAC
• 480 VAC
• Interpret and update P&IDs, schematics, and technical documentation
• Provide on-site customer training and technical support
• Support maintenance of pumps, valves, and piping systems
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and procedures

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in field service, commissioning, startup, or related work
• Background in water treatment, wastewater, or high-purity systems
• Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
• Experience with PLCs and control systemsAbility to read P&IDs and engineering drawings
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills
• Ability to travel up to 85% domestically and internationally
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to work in industrial environments and lift up to 70 lbs

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual in Spanish and English
• Project leadership experience
• Familiarity with process chemistry and water treatment systems

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred
• Equivalent wastewater commissioning and troubleshooting experience will also be considered