Technical Specialist

Veolia Environnement SA•Houston, TX

1d•$110,000 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Technical Specialist serves as an entry-level to developing technical professional, crucial to supporting the field sales organization and ensuring customer program success within water treatment applications. This role is focused on building foundational expertise and applying core technical skills under the guidance of experienced team members. The Specialist will be responsible for assisting in the implementation of standard customer solutions, supporting basic troubleshooting, and maintaining accurate documentation while utilizing digital tools. Success in this role requires a strong eagerness to learn, meticulous attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to meeting customer needs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a relevant technical discipline.
Minimum of 3 years of progressive engineering or technical sales experience in the water treatment or industrial sector.
Strong proficiency with computer applications, including Google Suite and MS Office.
Ability and willingness to travel approximately 30 - 50% of the time within the assigned territory.
Must reside in the assigned region or within customer proximity requirements, as required.
Ability to work frequently in heavy industrial environments (e.g., refinery, chemical plants, power plants), requiring the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and exposure to typical irritants (noise, dust, chemicals).
Ability and willingness to comply with stringent customer safety requirements, including drug testing and background checks, as required.
Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity

Nice To Haves

Foundational knowledge of water chemistry, dosage calculations, and standard industrial water applications.
Basic troubleshooting capabilities with the ability to leverage technical resources under guidance.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, demonstrating a high attention to detail.
Developing proficiency with industry-specific digital tools (e.g., CMS, SPG, Argo).
Strong organizational skills and the capacity to effectively manage multiple assigned tasks and organized technical files.
A collaborative and problem-solving mindset with an eagerness for continuous professional development.
Active listening skills and a professional demeanor for effective customer interactions.

Responsibilities

Provide essential technical support for standard water treatment applications, collaborating closely with senior team members.
Conduct basic water testing, equipment inspections, and support field testing of standard products and applications.
Assist in fundamental troubleshooting activities under direct supervision.
Shadow experienced colleagues during customer visits and technical reviews to build on-the-job competency.
Maintain accurate and detailed records of assigned accounts within digital platforms (e.g., CMS, SPG).
Assist in routine technical data collection and analysis to support program performance metrics and technical excellence audits.
Support preparation of comprehensive technical reports and presentations.
Help coordinate sample analysis and ensure proper documentation is maintained.
Learn and actively apply fundamental water treatment concepts and chemical product applications.
Adhere strictly to standard operating procedures and all established safety protocols, actively promoting safety awareness.
Participate in required technical training to continuously build expertise in core competencies.
Support basic data gathering for bids and proposals.