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 is a mechanical or chemical process engineering role in industrial water treatment, focused on high-purity water, ultrapure water (UPW) systems, or semiconductor water infrastructure. The position may be performed remotely from anywhere in North America. The engineer will serve as the primary technical point of contact for clients and lead the design of UPW treatment solutions. Working with a global, cross-functional team, the role manages the complete bid lifecycle, from lead qualification and system design through cost estimation, internal approvals, contract execution, and project handover. The position combines technical expertise, customer relationship management, and project leadership to develop competitive, executable solutions.
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.
- Demonstrated success in bid or proposal development, with strong technical and commercial analysis skills.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- 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 by partnering with Sourcing teams to obtain quotes and finalize 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.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting Day 1.
- 401(k) plan with a 3% default contribution plus matching.
- Flexible Spending and Health Saving 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
