Projects Engineering Intern

Veolia; Plainfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Veolia is seeking a Project Engineering intern to support the mechanical and process design of water and wastewater treatment systems. You will join a cross-functional engineering team to meet customer expectations, quality, schedule, and budget goals.

You will participate from concept through detailed engineering, equipment manufacture, and installation at customer sites, collaborating with the Project Manager, Design, Electrical & Instrumentation, and other stakeholders to mitigate risks and

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a BS in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good technical writing and oral communication skills.
• Full-time availability for Summer 2027.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for sizing, specification, procurement, fabrication, installation and operation of project equipment (pumps, blowers, valves, tanks, instrumentation).
• Perform engineering and hydraulic calculations under guidance of a Project Engineer.
• Back-check drawings (P&IDs, PFDs, Equipment, Facility).
• Ensure engineering documents are complete and consistent; review documentation.
• Engage with project team and suppliers to enable design and execution of the project.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Technical writing

Oral communication

Education

BS in Chemical Engineering

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Company Description

Veolia 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

What your day might look like:

• The Project Engineering intern participates in the mechanical and processdesign of water and wastewater treatment systems.
• As part of the Project Engineering team, you will work with across-functional engineering team executing custom project designs,meeting customer expectations, quality, schedule and budget goals, andensuring project risks are mitigated.
• You will work on projects from the initial concept phase, through detailedengineering design, equipment manufacture, and installation at customersites.

Key Responsibilities:

In this role, your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

• Providing technical support for activities involved in the sizing, specification,procurement, fabrication, installation and operation of specified projectrelated equipment and designs including pumps, blowers, valves, tanks andinstrumentation
• Completion of engineering and hydraulic calculations as required under theguidance of an experienced Project Engineer
• Back-checking of drawings (P&IDs, PFDs, Equipment and Facility)
• Validating that all engineering designs, bills of materials, drawings andtechnical data are completely and accurately documented and consistent byreviewing associated engineering documentation
• Providing technical support to activities involved in the specification,procurement, fabrication, installation and operation of specified project
• Participating in project process and mechanical design review meetings
• Assisting with project issue resolution related to design, construction andstart-up
• Engaging with the extended project team (Project Manager, DesignDrafting, Electrical & Instrumentation, and Controls Engineers, Sourcing,QA/QC, Manufacturing, and Commissioning) and equipment suppliers asnecessary to facilitate the design and execution of the project

Qualifications

Our Ideal Candidate

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Science or Engineering degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or other related technical discipline
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good technical writing and oral communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and contribute to team and department projects
• Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks at hand
• Strong mechanical aptitude, and attention to detail
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and safety procedures isa plus
• Full-time availability for Summer 2027

Additional Information

Why Veolia?

Join a company that values Responsibility, Solidarity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Respect. You'll have opportunities for comprehensive technical and commercial training, career advancement, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on sustainability and environmental protection.

At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We offer challenging and meaningful careers, with competitive benefits and flexible work arrangements.

Compensation:

• The compensation range is tied to the market for similarly benchmarked roles. The range is not an absolute, but a guide, and offers will be based on the individual candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions, as well as internal peer equity. Depending upon all the preceding considerations for the final selected individual candidate, the offer may be lower or higher than the stated range: $21.32$24.21 USD

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Disclosure:

• We do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position.

Vacancy Status:

• This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity

Veolia does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of the company and no fee will be due.

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