Facilities Water/Waste Treatment Engineer(IWS)

Intel•Chandler, AZ

2d•$89,010 - $125,660•Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Water/Waste Treatment Engineer operates and maintains advanced water and waste systems supporting Intel manufacturing. The role troubleshoots industrial water and chemical-related issues, analyzes water quality, and manages water treatment processes to maintain critical infrastructure, environmental compliance, and operational excellence. It is part of Intel’s Facilities team, which maintains reliable systems and services and focuses on sustainability, efficiency, and compliance. The role is based onsite in Phoenix, Arizona, and is listed as Shift 1. The position is an experienced hire. The U.S. annual target compensation range is $89,010 to $125,660; individual pay depends on location and factors including relevant skills, experience, and education or training.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or a related field and at least 2 years of hands-on water/waste treatment experience gained through internships, academic projects, coursework, or hands-on training; or a master’s degree in chemical engineering or a related field and at least 1 year of professional experience.
Experience with water treatment systems such as ion exchange, ultrafiltration, pH control, and filtration systems.
Experience with environmental compliance standards and regulations.
Experience with analytical instruments used in water-quality analysis.

Nice To Haves

Strong problem-solving skills and a structured approach to troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.
Excellent communication skills and ability to present technical information to diverse audiences.
Proven collaboration and teamwork experience in interdisciplinary environments.
Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and safe work practices.

Responsibilities

Operate and maintain liquid industrial wastewater systems (LIWS) and industrial water systems (IWT).
Troubleshoot water-quality issues involving ion exchange, ultrafiltration, UV systems, wastewater, and heat exchangers.
Serve as a subject matter expert in water analysis and sampling, providing technical guidance to engineers and operators.
Manage water laboratories, including equipment calibration, inventory, and consumables.
Coordinate with water and wastewater utility partners and third-party analytical laboratories to collect, ship, and obtain sample results.
Communicate periodically with key suppliers to support cost-effective solutions and maintain technical accuracy in master specifications and standards.
Prepare technical reports for technical and nontechnical audiences, summarizing performance and initiatives.
Oversee the sampling and analysis budget and identify cost-saving and optimization opportunities.
Implement methods to improve the accuracy, turnaround times, and efficiency of water sampling and analysis.
Maintain Plan of Record documentation and specifications for system design, troubleshooting, and operations.
Write and review standard operating procedures for water sampling and analysis.