Field Service Engineer – Water Technologies

Veolia

. Participate in model reviews, engineering design meetings, and safety in design reviews .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeBellevue • Washington • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $42 - $46 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expert knowledge of water treatment systems and technologies, including Reverse Osmosis and Ion Exchange, while applying engineering principles for troubleshooting and process optimization. Capable of managing commissioning schedules and providing technical instruction to ensure operational excellence in water treatment plants.

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Expert Knowledge Of Water Treatment SystemsCommissioning And Startup ExperienceStrong Water Treatment Chemistry KnowledgeTechnical Proficiency In TroubleshootingAbility To Travel Extensively

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Hard Skills

PLC/HMI ActivitiesMathematical Operations For Water TreatmentEquipment Startup And CommissioningAnalytical Instrumentation SkillsTechnical Report WritingProcess OptimizationControl System NetworkingLadder Logic ProgrammingSafety Protocols KnowledgeMechanical And Electrical Experience

Soft Skills

Strong Customer Relationship ManagementEffective Communication SkillsPrioritization And Multitasking AbilitiesSelf-Motivated ProfessionalSound Business Judgment

Tools & Technologies

Calibrated ToolsHand ToolsAnalytical InstrumentationDatabase Management SoftwareWord Processing SoftwareSpreadsheet SoftwareNetwork Operations Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree In EngineeringTraining In Lock-Out/Tag-Out ProceduresValid PassportDriver's License

Industry Keywords

Water TreatmentReverse OsmosisIon ExchangeThermal SystemsHydraulic SpecificationsElectrical EquipmentPiping SpecificationsWelding SpecificationsCivil Engineering NotationsSafety In Design

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Participate in model reviews, engineering design meetings, and safety in design reviews
Perform control system factory acceptance tests with clients and client-designated representatives
Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw conclusions to improve operations and determine design viability
Apply mathematical operations to water treatment chemistry calculations, geometry, chemistry formulas, test reliability and validity, budget analysis, and Time & Material contract cost monitoring
Serve as construction liaison between design engineering and construction teams during water treatment plant erection
Identify and correct equipment alignment issues and plumb adjustment figures during installation
Manage outside vendors and suppliers to ensure services and supplies meet project specifications
Maintain safety standards during executed work
Develop and execute commissioning schedules and performance plans for water treatment plants
Commission water treatment plants and ensure process equipment and control systems perform to specifications
Perform PLC/HMI activities, including control system I/O checkout, system networking, program upload/download, ladder logic and function blocks, code troubleshooting, and simple logic writing
Provide technical instruction to customer representatives regarding installation, operation, calibration, repair, and maintenance at customer sites
Develop standard operating procedures and log sheets
Develop and execute classroom and hands-on training for process equipment operation and maintenance
Perform after-market services, including site inspections, equipment inspections, and operator training
Prepare timely and accurate technical reports for customer records and future outages

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree or College Diploma with a minimum of 5 years of experience in the water treatment field
Comprehensive knowledge of structural, mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, piping, welding specifications, and civil engineering notations
Valid passport and driver's license
Ability to travel extensively (70-80%, approximately 250 days/year) throughout North America and to other places in the world
Expert knowledge of water treatment systems and technologies, including Reverse Osmosis, Ion Exchange, and Thermal systems
Demonstrated ability to perform equipment startup, commissioning, and process optimization
Strong water treatment chemistry knowledge
Technical proficiency applying engineering principles to troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem resolution
Ability to work independently and remotely with cross-functional project teams
Advanced technical skills with analytical instrumentation, calibrated tools, hand tools, and safe handling of chemically aggressive fluids
Working knowledge of electrical equipment, control systems, and safety protocols
Physical capabilities for hands-on instrument servicing and equipment handling
Strong customer relationship management skills
Ability to present effectively to diverse audiences and communicate complex technical information clearly
Computer proficiency, including word processing, spreadsheets, network operations, and database management
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to create concise technical reports and deliver presentations
Effective prioritization and multitasking abilities
Sound business judgment and risk-reward analysis skills
Self-motivated professional with strong mathematical skills and customer service orientation
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or equivalent from an accredited University or College is desired
Mechanical experience and know-how, particularly with water treatment equipment, is desired
Electrical experience and know-how, particularly with electrical panels and water treatment equipment, is desired
Training in Lock-Out/Tag-Out procedures is preferred
Operating experience with evaporators, crystallizers, reverse osmosis systems, micro-filtration, clarification, and conventional filtration is desired
Ability to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor U.S. work authorization

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
401(k) Plan
Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts
AD&D Insurance
Disability Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Opportunity for advancement
Training in valuable skills
Opportunity for new challenges
Strong leadership team
Competitive compensation