Project Engineer

The Project Engineer is a highly experienced contributor who independently owns significant portions of project engineering scope on complex ultrapure water (UPW) and process utility projects. This role is considered a technical expert in one or more areas of project engineering and a trusted resource across the project team.

The Project Engineer works autonomously with minimal oversight, interfaces directly with customers, A&E firms, general contractors, and internal global engineering teams, and is responsible for the technical quality, execution, and integration of their assigned scope. In addition to delivering high-quality engineering work, this role actively mentors junior engineers, supports system startup and troubleshooting, and contributes to the development and implementation of engineering standards.

HERE'S WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Own Project Engineering scope for small to medium U.S. projects and defined portions of large or international projects, serving as the primary technical point of contact for assigned scope

• Execute engineering work independently with minimal supervision and minimal errors, ensuring technical quality and schedule adherence

• Specify, size, select, review, and approve equipment including pumps, tanks, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, control valves, and associated components

• Review and approve equipment purchases and vendor submittals within assigned scope

• Lead or support BIM and interconnect piping coordination, including review of third-party models, shop drawings, and clash resolution

• Maintain and manage Plant Data Manager (PDM) databases and associated project engineering documentation

• Coordinate with third-party consultants and vendors for seismic, structural, and specialty engineering analyses

• Maintain project-specific pipe class documents and coordinate with global standards teams to ensure alignment

• Interface directly with customers, A&E firms, general contractors, vendors, and internal global engineering teams

• Support fabrication, installation, startup, commissioning, and operational troubleshooting activities as required

• Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and work review for junior project engineers

• Assist Engineering Management and global teams with development, refinement, and implementation of engineering standards and best practices

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS WILL INCLUDE:

• Proficiency in MS Suite

• Proficiency in AutoCAD Plant3D

• Working knowledge of Revit

• Knowledge of equipment sizing and specification including pumps, pressure vessels, valves, etc.

• Knowledge of water treatment technologies including filtration, membrane treatment, ion exchange treatment, and reclaim water treatment.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE YOU’LL POSSESS:

• B.S. degree in the mechanical or chemical engineering discipline from an accredited university or other related qualified training.

• Typically 5-10+ years of relevant project engineering experience in design-build, EPC, or complex industrial process systems.

• Demonstrated ability to execute independently, lead defined scopes, and deliver high-quality engineering with minimal supervision.

• Strong understanding of UPW/process utility systems, equipment design, piping systems, BIM coordination, and installation practices.

WILL I NEED TO TRAVEL:

• Some travel may be required to support project construction. Maximum of 10% travel, up to two weeks at a time in the US.

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range:

Benefits

Ecolab provides the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, auto insurance, home insurance, pet insurance, identity theft protection, short-term and long-term disability, 401k, pension plans, retirement health care benefits, short-term incentives, vacation (12 days), holidays, parental leave, employee stock purchase plans (Full-Time Associates), discount on day care services and caregiver services, adoption assistance, group legal services, employee assistance program, employee discount program, and education assistance program, on-Site childcare and fitness facilities may be available at select Ecolab locations. Click here for additional benefits information. If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.

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- Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.

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