Applications Engineer (Chemical Engineering)

About the position

At Aquatech, we tackle the challenges of water scarcity and complexity by leveraging technology, expertise, and financing to deliver comprehensive solutions that reduce carbon and recycled water footprint. As a leading global provider of water and process technology solutions, we help the world's most recognized companies achieve their sustainability and operational goals by implementing innovative approaches for water reuse, desalination, minimal and zero liquid discharge, and critical minerals recovery. Our work catalyzes the transition toward a more sustainable future and showcases our commitment to addressing water's role in climate adaptation. Aquatech immediately needs a full-time Applications Engineer to work in our Hartland, WI office. The hours of this position are Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Responsibilities

• Engage with clients to understand and define their key process performance needs
• Develop creative process designs incorporating evaporation and crystallization technology
• Author technical proposals that clearly communicate value propositions and accurately define process performance
• Prepare cost estimates for the proposed equipment scope
• Participate in client meetings with the sales team as a technical expert
• Create and deliver technical content to support business development initiatives
• Participate in pilot testing programs for process validation
• Complete engineering activities including heat & material balances, process flow diagrams, piping & instrumentation diagrams, equipment sizing calculations, dimensional designs for pressure vessels and heat exchangers, and plant equipment layout
• Collaborate with engineering teams during project execution, procurement, and start-up

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or related engineering degree or related field equivalent
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain a positive attitude
• Possess strong mechanical aptitude

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Company-paid holidays
• 401 (k) plan (all benefits are based on eligibility)