Lead Project Engineer, UPW & Process Utilities

Ecolab, Inc.; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Pension plans

Vacation (12 days)

Employee stock purchase plans

Job summary

Ecolab, Inc. in Plano, TX seeks an experienced Project Engineer to own significant portions of UPW and process-utility projects. You will interface with customers and internal teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure technical quality from concept through startup.

You will independently specify equipment, review vendor submittals, and coordinate BIM and piping work while supporting standards development and field startup activities.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with MS Office suite for documentation and data management.
• Experience with AutoCAD Plant3D and BIM coordination.
• Knowledge of Revit and piping systems.
• Ability to size and specify pumps, tanks, vessels, valves and related equipment.
• Understanding of UPW and water treatment processes.

Responsibilities

• Own project engineering scope for U.S. projects and defined portions of larger projects.
• Work autonomously with minimal supervision and mentor junior engineers.
• Specify, size, review, and approve equipment such as pumps, tanks, and valves.
• Review equipment purchases and vendor submittals within scope.
• Lead BIM and piping coordination, review third‑party models and resolve clashes.
• Maintain Plant Data Manager (PDM) databases and project documentation.
• Coordinate with third‑party consultants for seismic and structural analyses.
• Interface with customers, A&E firms, and internal global teams.
• Support fabrication, installation, startup, and commissioning activities.
• Provide technical guidance and work reviews for junior engineers.
• Assist in developing and implementing engineering standards.

Skills

MS Suite

AutoCAD Plant3D

Revit

Equipment sizing

Water treatment tech

Education

B.S. in mechanical or chemical engineering

Job description

Ecolab, Inc. in Plano, TX seeks an experienced Project Engineer to own significant portions of UPW and process-utility projects. You will interface with customers and internal teams, mentor junior engineers, and ensure technical quality from concept through startup.

You will independently specify equipment, review vendor submittals, and coordinate BIM and piping work while supporting standards development and field startup activities.