Project Chemist

Suez Water Technologies & Solutions; Ashland (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution

Flexible Spending & Health Saving

AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Veolia is seeking a Project Chemist for the Applications Development Center in Ashland, VA. You will deliver laboratory support, conduct chemical and biological testing, and design sampling protocols to analyze water, wastewater, and industrial process samples.

Requirements include a chemistry degree and 5+ years in a process chemistry or environmental lab. Strong instrumentation skills (ICP/ICP-MS, UV/VIS, GC/GC-MS) and QA/QC adherence are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry preferred; chemical engineering, biology, or environmental science acceptable.
• Five years plus experience in a process chemistry or environmental laboratory setting.
• Technical understanding of instrumentation and EPA water/wastewater methods.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic and instrumental analyses for water and wastewater.
• Conduct physical and chemical analyses per EPA procedures.
• Perform wet chemistry, colorimetric, titrations, gravimetric, and microbial tests.
• Maintain and calibrate analytical instrumentation and provide support to commercial groups.
• Assist in writing technical papers and reports; ensure data quality and timely delivery.

Skills

Lab analyses

Communication

Planning & organization

Team orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry

Tools

ICP/ICP-MS

UV/VIS

TOC

GC/GC-MS

EPA methodologies

Job description

Company Description

Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world's most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Job Description

Veolia is looking for a Project Chemist to become part of our Applications Development Center (ADC) team in Ashland, VA. The ideal candidate will deliver laboratory support through both functional and technical contributions, which include conducting chemical and biological testing, performing research in laboratory and field environments, designing and implementing sampling and testing protocols, and applying expertise in chemistry, biology, microbiology, and mathematics within an analytical laboratory environment. The role requires adherence to standard good laboratory practices, QA/QC protocols, and relevant industry standards while collecting and analyzing water, wastewater, and industrial process water samples under various environmental testing conditions.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for performing basic and instrumental laboratory analyses as associated with water and wastewater treatment;
• Perform physical and chemical analyses of water and wastewater samples according to documented requirements and in accordance with established in-house and EPA procedures;
• Wet chemistry analyses including colorimetric, titrations, gravimetric, and microbial analysis;
• A minimum of 5 years operating ICP and ICP/MS;
• Experience with instrumental analyses via UV/VIS, TOC, GC, GC/MS, IC, Lachat Flow Analyzer, and AFS;
• Perform, troubleshoot, and maintain proper maintenance and calibration procedures for analytical instrumentation;
• Provide analytical support for commercial business groups including sales & marketing and research & development;
• Assist in the preparation and writing of technical papers and reports;
• Maintain all laboratory operations in accordance with the quality assurance and chemical hygiene plan including maintenance and equipment logs;
• Prepare, support, and assist in the writing of technical papers and reports;
• Accountable for data quality & timeliness of work;
• Adheres to all Veolia Water Tech's twelve lifesaving rules, EHS safety requirements, and procedures.

Qualifications

BASIC REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry preferred; chemical engineering, biology, or environmental science acceptable;
• Five years plus experience in a process chemistry or environmental laboratory setting;
• Technical understanding & working knowledge of applicable instrumentation & standard EPA methodologies related to water and wastewater treatment.

OTHER USEFUL SKILLSETS

• Proficiency in both verbal and written communication, inclusive working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google platform tools;
• Ability to communicate clearly;
• Planning & organization skills;
• Strong troubleshooting skills;
• Strong team orientation;
• Self-motivated & creative;
• Ability to stand up to 8 hours, bend, stoop, reach, twist, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the day;
• Ability to lift up to 70lbs.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution plus matching!
• Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

The estimated salary range for this role is $70,000 - 80,000 annually, based on experience.

Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.