Microelectronics Ultrapure Water (UPW) Senior Process Engineer

About the role

Veolia Group is seeking a Senior-level Process Engineer to join our Process Engineering team in the North American market. This role involves leading the process design of ultrapure water (UPW) treatment solutions for the microelectronics industry.

Core Responsibilities

• Water chemistry characterization and design basis development, including reclaim-to-UPW applications

• Unit process selection and design, equipment sizing, and process guarantees

• Application of advanced treatment technologies including solids separation, low and high pressure membrane treatment (ultrafiltration, nanofiltration, reverse osmosis - conventional and high-pH), ion exchange, UV treatment, and gas-transfer membrane processes

• Owning the system integration across multiple unit operations, or working closely with a dedicated system integrator on complex flowsheets

• Evaluation of system operation under both design and upset conditions, identification of potential points of failure, and participation in detailed hazard and operability reviews (HAZOPs)

• Engagement in piloting and benchmarking treatability studies as part of design, commissioning, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of UPW treatment solutions

Key Success Factors

• The ability to act as a system integrator and clearly identify and communicate the impacts that any given unit process will have on upstream and downstream unit processes is essential.

Industry Leadership & Expertise

• You'll build long-term relationships with customers and key experts in the industry and present at industry conferences and technical forums to position Veolia as UPW experts within the microelectronics market.

• You'll serve as an expert within the business, participating in innovation of solutions, technologies, and markets, and training and mentoring others in process design.

What We're Looking For

• We seek a Senior-level process engineering professional who communicates with confidence and leadership in cross-functional bidding and project-execution teams, manages competing priorities effectively, and is strong at balancing autonomy with collaboration.

Qualifications

• Core Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or advanced degree in an Engineering field – Environmental, Chemical, or Mechanical preferred, or other technical discipline with a combination of process design and hands-on UPW system experience

  • 10+ years of relevant experience in UPW treatment design - a combination of process design experience with a background in field operations will be considered

  • Demonstrated experience with UPW treatment processes and system design/operation for the microelectronics industry

  • Proven ability to integrate multiple unit operations into cohesive, optimized treatment systems

• Valuable Skills, Experience & Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with process design software/tools such as WinFlows, WAVE, and/or GasCAD (Liqui-Cel GTM), along with strong proficiency with spreadsheet tools (Google Sheets, Excel)

  • Clear, concise communication and presentation skills with internal and external stakeholders

  • Ability to exercise strong engineering judgment under changing conditions

  • Strong team collaboration skills and ability to take ownership of the system integration process

  • Licensed as a Professional Engineer (PE / P.Eng. / Ing.) in a US or Canadian jurisdiction, or willingness to obtain licensure

  • Willingness to travel up to 10% within North America

Additional Information

• Why Veolia?

  • Join a company that values Responsibility, Solidarity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Respect.

  • You'll receive comprehensive technical and commercial training, direct mentorship from experienced Account Managers, and a clear pathway to Account Manager promotion with direct account responsibilities.

  • Career Development Path: This position is designed as a stepping stone to Account Manager, where you'll assume direct customer responsibility and independent account management upon demonstrating commercial excellence.

• Ready to transition your technical expertise into a rewarding customer-facing career while making a difference in water treatment and sustainability? Apply today!

Why Veolia?

Join a company that values Responsibility, Solidarity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Respect. You'll receive comprehensive technical and commercial training, direct mentorship from experienced Account Managers, and a clear pathway to Account Manager promotion with direct account responsibilities.

Additional Details

• Career Development Path: This position is designed as a stepping stone to Account Manager, where you'll assume direct customer responsibility and independent account management upon demonstrating commercial excellence.

Compensation

The compensation range is tied to the market for similarly bench-marked roles.

Affirmations

• We are an equal opportunity employer.

• We are committed to diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder.

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

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.