Project Engineer - PFAS

Ovivo; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

401K Match of 4%

Company paid life insurance

11 paid holidays

Three weeks of PTO per year

Profit sharing

Job summary

Ovivo is seeking an experienced engineer for their PFAS Solutions Team in Salt Lake City, Utah. This role involves leading the engineering and technical design aspects for the development of cutting-edge equipment that removes harmful PFAS compounds from water systems. The position offers a hybrid work environment, strong collaboration within a multi-disciplinary team, and numerous benefits including medical, dental, and 401K match. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and 5+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of overall mechanical engineering design and development experience.
• Strong experience with mechanical system design, assemblies, and fabrication.
• Ability to conduct basic analysis using DFMEA, FEA, & hand calculations.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering and technical design aspects within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Coordinate engineering teams and Ovivo's project teams.
• Prepare and issue specifications, data sheets, and other project design documents.

Skills

Mechanical engineering design

3D CAD experience

DFMEA

FEA

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of electrical and controls systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering

Job description

At Ovivo, we offer you the chance to leverage your engineering expertise to make a tangible impact on the environment. Join our PFAS Solutions Team and contribute to designing cutting‑edge equipment that effectively removes harmful PFAS compounds from water systems.

This role not only allows you to apply your skills in a meaningful way, but also positions you at the forefront of a rapidly growing market dedicated to environmental sustainability. Be part of a team that is committed to creating a cleaner, safer world for future generations.

The role is based in our Salt Lake City Office and will enjoy our hybrid working model.

Expected domestic travel is 10-15%.

What is the role?

• Lead engineering and technical design aspects within a multi‑disciplinary team consisting of process, mechanical, drafting, electrical, controls, and operations for the development and commercialization of effective and safe products for the treatment of per‑and poly‑fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
• Coordinate multi‑disciplinary engineering teams, internal and 3rd party, with Ovivo's local and remote project teams.
• Read, understand and create specifications as well as general arrangement, fabrication, and design drawings.
• Prepare and develop engineering computations, bill of material takeoffs, and resource allocation estimates.
• Complete a variety of project assignments, such as drawing and specification reviews, materials procurement.
• Engage in the development of designs through sketches, electronic models, diagrams, etc.
• Prepare and issue specifications, data sheets, and other project design detail documents.
• Participate in functionality design reviews across all aspects of a project.
• Assist manufacturing and factory testing of projects with fabrication drawings (i.e. possibility of remote working conditions).
• Advise project engineers, project managers and/ or other managers on project status.
• Assist in the development of new company standards and specifications.
• Conduct quality control and quality assurance tests and ensures designs are compliant with the clients' technical requirements and budget(s).
• Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.

Does this sound like you?

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering from an accredited university
• 5+ years of overall mechanical engineering design and development experience
• Strong experience with mechanical system design, assemblies, and fabrication with some (2+ years) of 3D CAD experience preferred
• Design experience with a variety of materials (i.e. plastics, steel, aluminum) and basic knowledge of material specs and use.
• Ability to conduct basic analysis using DFMEA, FEA, & hand calculations
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written - including technical writing.
• Knowledge of electrical, instrumentation, and controls systems is a plus
• Experience Plastic/PVC piping systems and plastic fabrication is a plus
• Interest in supporting and building an engineering team.
• Positive attitude and ability to work in both solo and team environments.
• Strong desire to continue to learn and develop technical expertise.

What we offer as an employer

At Ovivo, teamwork is at the heart of everything we do. We value work‑life balance and strive to provide an engaging work environment along with excellent benefits and career progression opportunities.

We offer a hybrid work environment with 50% in office and 50% remote.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• 401K Match of 4%
• Company paid life insurance along with company paid short and long‑term disability
• 11 paid holidays
• Three weeks of PTO per year (prorated based on start date)
• Roll over of 64 PTO hours to the following year
• Sixteen personal hours hire date determines number of personal hours for the first year
• Days off between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day - paid by the company with no impact to PTO balance.
• Profit sharing

At Ovivo we are committed to providing working environments where everyone is included and treated fairly and with respect.