Field Engineering Co-op

Job description

Company Description

Part of Veolia Group, Veolia Water Technologies & Solutions brings together experienced professionals in pursuit of the same goal: to solve the world's most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, the environment and energy. We’re always looking for passionate and creative people to help us in this mission!

Veolia is seeking thoughtful, dedicated professionals to join our ever growing team as we deliver leading water treatment solutions for clients across municipal and industrial markets, in locations on six continents. Finding solutions to the world's biggest water use and reuse problems has never been more important than it is right now.

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make an impact? One with advancement opportunities? Do you have a passion to help others?

If you answered YES to any of the above, then this may be the perfect opportunity for you! We want YOU to join our growing team and partner with other exceptional team members dedicated to providing a level of services unique to the industry.

Job Description

What does an average day look like?

On a day-to-day level, this position is not a typical desk job. The candidate would be out in the field 4-5 days a week working on testing, troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, chemical additions, optimizing chemical feed equipment and operations. Reporting on time and communication is important and above all else, working safely is paramount. 

Accessing various sites at the customer location to collect water samples, test and troubleshoot water treatment applications. Working hours are 9am to 5pm, but are flexible to start and end earlier if needed. After sufficient mentoring and support, the individual would be working on their own and interacting with the Veolia WTS Account Manager and customer contacts for support. 

Administrative tasks include: improving knowledge of water treatment and the individual systems; safety training and safety related improvement projects; working on web based data management, technical manual and customer value added projects.

Qualifications

Our Ideal Candidate

·  Career driven individual/leader who seeks experience and opportunity within an organization that can help you develop personally and professionally in the water treatment industry
·  Interpersonal skills in order to talk with co-workers and customers about problems and solutions
·  Punctual and dependable
·  Organizational and time management skills
·  Excellent with problem solving
·  Clear, concise communication and presentation skills
·  Strong sense of curiosity and desire to learn
·  Adaptable to an ever-changing environment 

 Requirements & Qualifications

·  Currently enrolled in an undergraduate program with a focus on Chemical Engineering or Environmental Science 
·  Available to commit to a 12-16 month co-op anticipated to start in May 2025  and end in  July/August 2026 .
·  A vehicle will be required, and valid driver’s license as there are two locations. Opportunity to use vehicle on site to reduce walking requirements. 
·  There is a physical component including lifting up to 24 kgs, accessing filters

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.