Senior Application Engineer - Ultrapure Water & Microelectronics
About The Position
Veolia is seeking a Senior Application Engineer to join its MicroElectronics Applications Engineering Team in North America. This mechanical or chemical process engineering role focuses on industrial water treatment, particularly high-purity water and ultra-pure water (UPW) systems for the semiconductor industry. The position may be performed remotely from anywhere in North America. The engineer will serve as a primary technical contact for clients and lead the design of UPW treatment solutions. Working with a global, cross-functional team, they will manage the bid lifecycle from opportunity qualification and system design through cost estimation, internal approvals, contract execution, and project handover. The role combines technical expertise, customer relationship management, and project leadership.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience in chemical or mechanical engineering or a related discipline.
- Proven expertise in ultra-pure water treatment technologies.
- Demonstrated success in bid or proposal development, including technical and commercial analysis.
- Track record in customer-facing technical sales or engineering roles.
- Fluency in written and spoken English.
- Excellent organizational, time-management, and communication skills.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 20% of the time.
- Must be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; Veolia will not sponsor work authorization for this opportunity.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering is preferred.
- French language skills.
- Experience analyzing contractual terms and conditions.
Responsibilities
- Develop bid strategies with Sales, qualify opportunities, and organize resources to meet submission deadlines.
- Translate customer requirements into tailored Veolia solutions, optimizing competitive positioning and value delivery.
- Collaborate with Process Engineering to design flowsheet processes for complex water treatment challenges.
- Develop technical documentation, including P&IDs and proposal materials, that communicate solution advantages.
- Manage cost estimation with Sourcing teams by obtaining quotes and finalizing competitive pricing.
- Lead proposal development meetings, reviews, and cross-functional coordination.
- Establish project timelines and prioritize deliverables while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines.
- Follow internal bid development procedures and maintain tracking and forecasting protocols.
- Manage the bid lifecycle through internal approvals, contract execution, and project handover.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting on the first day.
- 401(k) plan with a 3% default contribution and matching.
- Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
- Life insurance.
- Paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
- Parental leave.
- AD&D insurance.
- Disability insurance.
- Tuition reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
