Senior Application Engineer - Ultrapure Water & Microelectronics

Veolia Environnement SA•Trevose, PA

2h•$150,000 - $175,000•Remote

About The Position

Veolia is seeking a Senior Application Engineer to serve as the first technical point of contact for clients and partner with Sales and Process Engineering to develop water-treatment solutions for complex, mission-critical applications. This mechanical/chemical process engineering role focuses on ultrapure water (UPW), high-purity water, and semiconductor water infrastructure. The position may be performed remotely from anywhere in North America. The engineer will own the complete proposal lifecycle, from lead qualification through system design, costing, and contract handover, coordinating with global teams and across time zones. The role involves designing custom UPW systems, preparing proposal materials, supporting customer discussions, and working with engineering disciplines, vendors, and subcontractors to deliver comprehensive proposals on schedule.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering is preferred.
At least 5 years of experience in chemical or mechanical engineering, or a related discipline.
Proven expertise in ultrapure water treatment technologies.
Strong foundation in mass transfer, fluid dynamics, and inorganic chemistry.
Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Ability to work effectively in a global, fast-paced environment.
Direct experience in high-purity water, UPW systems, or semiconductor water infrastructure.
Must be eligible to work lawfully in the United States immediately; the employer will not sponsor work authorization.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer's license, or ability to obtain one within 1 year.
Direct experience with water-treatment systems and industrial operations.
Familiarity with ultrapure water or semiconductor manufacturing applications.

Responsibilities

Design custom ultrapure water systems using expertise in mass transfer, fluid dynamics, and inorganic chemistry.
Work with equipment and processes including ultrafiltration, reverse osmosis, UV destruction, electrodeionization, and ion exchange.
Develop process flow diagrams, mass balances, equipment selections, and system layouts with Process Engineering.
Own proposal schedules and coordinate resources across engineering teams.
Manage vendor and subcontractor relationships throughout the proposal cycle.
Evaluate technical specifications, manage scope changes, and ensure on-time proposal delivery.
Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and other engineering disciplines to develop comprehensive proposal packages.
Create proposal documents presenting Veolia's process designs and integrated solutions.
Support Sales with technical consultations and customer presentations.
Communicate complex engineering concepts clearly to clients.