Membrane Process Engineer - Field Pilot & Water Tech

Western Midstream; The Woodlands, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Midstream in The Woodlands, TX is seeking a process engineer to advance water treatment solutions, focusing on ultrafiltration and reverse osmosis technologies.

You will perform hands-on process engineering, design and testing of treatment systems, and work with field pilots and customer sites.

This role offers growth within the organization, requires 2–5 years membrane experience, and a hybrid schedule with travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in membrane system design, operations, and piloting.
• Hands-on pilot operation and system startups.
• Strong knowledge of membrane processes and water chemistry.
• Ability to design, size, and optimize membrane system processes.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute field pilots to demonstrate Western Midstream membrane solutions at customer sites.
• Conduct in-house validation trials for new products or applications.
• Analyze pilot data and prepare reports for clients.
• Develop cost-effective membrane system designs to meet customer needs.
• Sizing for equipment, pumps, piping, valves for water and wastewater treatment systems.
• Develop process documentation including P&IDs, mass balances, and control narratives.
• Support sales in developing technical proposals and performance guarantees.
• Assist with project management for installation, field design, and site work.
• Commission membrane systems, troubleshoot issues, and provide after-sales support.

Skills

Membrane system design (MF/UF/MBR/NF//

Pilot operation experience

Water chemistry knowledge

Analytical problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical/environmental/civil engineering

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Western Midstream in The Woodlands, TX is seeking a process engineer to advance water treatment solutions, focusing on ultrafiltration and reverse osmosis technologies.

You will perform hands-on process engineering, design and testing of treatment systems, and work with field pilots and customer sites.

This role offers growth within the organization, requires 2–5 years membrane experience, and a hybrid schedule with travel up to 25%.