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/chemical process engineering role focuses on industrial water treatment and requires direct experience in high-purity water, UPW systems, or semiconductor water infrastructure. 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 Ultra Pure Water (UPW) treatment solutions. Working with global, cross-functional teams, the role manages the bid lifecycle from lead qualification and system design through cost estimation, internal approvals, contract execution, and project handover. It combines technical expertise, customer relationship management, and project leadership to develop competitive, executable solutions.
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of experience in chemical/mechanical engineering or a related discipline.
- Proven expertise in ultra-pure water treatment technologies.
- Demonstrated success in bid/proposal development, with strong technical and commercial analysis skills.
- Track record in customer-facing technical sales or engineering roles.
- Fluency in written and verbal English.
- Excellent organizational, time-management, and communication skills.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 20% of the time.
- Applicants must be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; the employer will not sponsor U.S. work authorization.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering (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 that optimize 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.
- Ensure compliance with internal bid development procedures, 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 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
