Wastewater Engineer: Field Solutions & Impact

UCC Environmental; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

UCC Environmental in the United States seeks a Wastewater Treatment Engineer to support field projects across the contract lifecycle, from proposals through onsite startup. The role emphasizes collaboration with Sales and Engineering, water sampling, test plans, and startup activities in utility and industrial plants.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in wastewater engineering, hands-on membrane filtration and RO experience, and a collaborative approach to solving complex water treatment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Chemical or Mechanical) required.
• 3–5 years of wastewater engineering experience.
• Experience in wastewater treatment for power/industrial plants.
• Hands-on knowledge of membrane filtration and RO systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist Sales and Engineering in preparing proposals and ensure service needs are addressed.
• Develop wastewater treatment standards and training materials for field execution.
• Execute on-site sampling, pilot testing, system monitoring, and troubleshooting as directed.
• Support installation, commissioning, and startup activities on time and within budget.
• Prepare reports on sampling, progress, challenges, and treatment performance.

Skills

Wastewater engineering

Project management

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Chemical or Mechanical)

Job description

UCC Environmental in the United States seeks a Wastewater Treatment Engineer to support field projects across the contract lifecycle, from proposals through onsite startup. The role emphasizes collaboration with Sales and Engineering, water sampling, test plans, and startup activities in utility and industrial plants.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years in wastewater engineering, hands-on membrane filtration and RO experience, and a collaborative approach to solving complex water treatment