Senior Design Engineer in Biological Wastewater Treatment Systems (WWT) at Ecolab

Paris, Île-de-France, France

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Wastewater Treatment, Water ManagementIndustries

Requirements

Chemical / Environmental / Mechanical Engineering Degree
Minimum 5 years experience with the design and supporting the sale of water and/or wastewater equipment and systems, including clarification, filtration, membrane separation, RO/UF, DAF, solids separation, metals removal and biological, to industrial clients
Experienced Design Engineer in Biological Wastewater Treatment Systems (WWT)
Minimum 2 years of proven experience in project execution
Familiarity and experience with water treatment plant commissioning and start-up
Fluent English written and verbal communication skills
High emotional intelligence and people relating attitude, capable of working in a team
Strong commercial mindset and financial acumen
Synthesis and pragmatic approach
Able to manage conflict and job-related pressure
Problem-solving skills
Ability and willingness to travel 50% of the time
High computer application literacy (Microsoft Office suite, ability to learn business systems); AutoCAD preferred
Based in Spain or France

Responsibilities

Support development of Total Water Management (TWM) opportunities by partnering with Senior Design Engineer to provide project engineering support: develop mass balance, process flow sheets, prepare proposals & estimates (CAPEX/OPEX), provide technical/commercial support at client meetings
Build long-term relationships with internal and external customers by understanding their key business drivers
Functionally report to the TWM Engineering Manager in the Commercial Engineering organization and maintain regular contact with direct supervisor
Demonstrate competence in a wide range of water treatment process technologies and proven knowledge of designing water treatment systems (prepare mass balance, flow sheet, water mapping, select equipment and costing, prepare documents to support commercial discussion)
Be familiar with engineering drawings (P&ID, General Arrangement, Isometric sketches, data sheets, troubleshooting list, electrical and automation drawings, etc.)
Analyze water and wastewater systems from a mechanical, operational and chemical standpoint and propose solutions that comply with customer needs and the regulatory framework
Proactively work with clients and Ecolab/Nalco colleagues to determine project needs, identify customer needs by evaluating business models specific to their wastewater and pretreatment operations, and develop project specifications
Supervise and/or take over on-site survey, conception and basic design, ensuring the best technical and economical compromise between OPEX and CAPEX
Utilize technical expertise and financial acumen to support project qualification and wisely use time and resources on projects with the highest probability of success
Ensure fit with available budget for each part of the project, discuss issues with Peers/Manager (engineering, partners, fabricants) during project execution, and improve construction methods
Communicate with many levels of personnel within Nalco Company and externally (e.g., Customer, Contractors)
Maintain customer relationships, coordinate to address technical/business issues and renewals within sold O&M accounts
Assist on existing O&M contracts for troubleshooting, diagnostics, and improvements

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Wastewater TreatmentBiological TreatmentDAFROUFFiltrationMembrane SeparationMass BalanceProcess Flow SheetsCAPEX/OPEX EstimationAutoCADCommissioningProject ExecutionMicrosoft Office

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the location requirement for this position?

The role is based in Spain or France with regular contact with the direct supervisor.

What education and experience are required for this role?

A Chemical, Environmental, or Mechanical Engineering Degree is recommended, along with a minimum of 5 years experience in designing and supporting the sale of water/wastewater equipment and systems, including at least 2 years in project execution, specifically in Biological Wastewater Treatment Systems.

Is travel required for this position?

Yes, the role requires the ability and willingness to travel 50% of the time to perform discovery, develop cost basis, and present solutions.

What salary or compensation does this position offer?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What skills make a strong candidate for this role?

Strong candidates have high emotional intelligence, excellent communication skills, a commercial mindset, problem-solving abilities, and experience with tools like AutoCAD, along with the ability to build relationships and work in teams.