Commissioning Specialist

H 2 O is a smart water‑treatment solutions company that simplifies water treatment by integrating state‑of‑the‑art technologies to solve water challenges for good. Our mission is to provide services on an international scale in a people‑oriented, caring environment that fosters professional and personal growth.

About the role

We are seeking a Junior Commissioning Specialist with experience in water‑treatment systems to play a key role in the onsite commissioning and startup of water‑treatment projects for our Minnesota office in Ramsey. The role involves close collaboration with engineering teams, project managers, and clients to ensure successful project completion and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Hands‑on experience in liquid‑treatment process technologies for industrial and municipal applications, such as reverse osmosis (RO), ultrafiltration (UF), nanofiltration (NF), membrane bioreactors (MBR), media filtration, chemical dosing, UV, screens, etc.
• Participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) at an H 2 O manufacturing facility.
• Lead Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) and organize treatment‑system start‑ups at customer project sites.
• Review H 2 O equipment installations against drawings; conduct pre‑commissioning inspections to verify installation integrity and readiness for startup.
• Serve as the primary onsite resource for customer questions about the application.
• Perform mechanical, electrical, process, and control function testing and troubleshooting of equipment such as pumps, UV units, blowers, instrumentation, valves, and control hardware.
• Execute startup procedures and conduct performance testing to verify compliance with design specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and resolve technical issues in collaboration with engineering and operations teams.
• Optimize and maintain equipment (e.g., chemical‑dosing systems); provide operating advice and train users on minor repairs.
• Interact with customers and engineering consultants; deliver classroom and hands‑on training to owners and operators.
• Make adjustments to PLC, HMI, and VFD programs.
• Prepare detailed technical summaries, commissioning reports, and operating procedures for internal and client review.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and safety guidelines throughout the commissioning process.

Qualifications

• Relevant technical site experience (testing and operations) including design, construction, and commissioning.
• Relevant degree in Science/Engineering or a technical certificate in Instrumentation, Controls, Programming, and/or Water‑Treatment Operations; a technical or vocational degree in Industrial Mechanics is also acceptable.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to travel unrestrictedly in the USA and Canada (approximately 80 % travel).
• Eligibility to work on client sites and meet site‑access requirements, including background checks and alcohol/drug testing where mandated.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Basic understanding of water‑treatment processes, equipment, and technologies.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook).
• Ability to meet all customer site‑access requirements and maintain a high degree of behavioral safety.
• Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and managerial skills.
• Autonomous, resourceful, meticulous, and committed to providing excellent customer service.

Skills

• Knowledge of various PLC programming software (Asset).
• Experience with UF, RO, MBR technologies, chemical‑dosing kits, pumps, compressors, blowers, instrumentation, valves, screening systems, cartridge filters, etc. (Asset).

Benefits

• Profit‑sharing bonus program.
• Group insurance plan including dental, vision, and telemedicine.
• 401(k) plan with employer contribution.
• Three (3) weeks of paid vacation per year.
• Twelve (12) paid wellness days per year.
• Flexible hours and remote work options.
• Fully‑paid travel expenses.