UCC Environmental is a progressive well-run company with excellent customer relationships and Utility specific sustainable technology solutions. It has developed a business strategy encompassing market growth through a variety of channels including expanded International sales coverage. The Company has strong sales channels in North America and currently possesses emerging sales channels in EMEA and Asia-Pacific (AP).

The focus of the position will be to execute projects within UCCs Project Management and Contract Engineering (PMCE) teams. Primary responsibilities will include technically supporting contact execution activities within the power industry utility and industrial wastewater treatment markets often acting in the role of technical lead engineer/project engineer. The role will include vendor equipment selection sales proposal support field service/commissioning support and customer interaction. The candidate will have demonstrated capabilities in collaborating with others to perform engineering tasks within a team environment. The role may also include onsite assignments for customer meetings sampling efforts and/or project support.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated capabilities in collaborating with others to perform engineering tasks within a team environment. Work experience with a privately held company will be beneficial.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

The Chemical Engineer will:

• Lead the technical execution of assigned contracts; providing creative solutions to remove obstacles and solve execution difficulties.
• Lead project engineering activities including interface with customer subcontracts/partners suppliers and other UCC departments to ensure contract deliverables are met.
• Achieve annual contract execution goals including schedule budget and quality targets.
• Collaborate with UCC personnel to define and drive actions which maximize customer satisfaction increase UCC profitability and effectively meet common goals.
• Build and maintain technical expertise by staying up to date with current technology and networking with customers suppliers and partners.
• Demonstrate UCCs core values.
• All other duties as assigned.

Reporting Relationship:

The Chemical Engineer reports to the Senior Supervisor Systems Engineering Core Markets. This position does not have any direct supervisory responsibilities. Chicagoland location is required.

Education and Experience:

• A Bachelor of Science in Chemical engineering is required
• A minimum of 3 to 8 years of engineering experience in engineering; power industry or industrial/utility wastewater environments is preferred
• Previous experience in technical leadership for physical chemical biological wastewater treatment systems with an understanding of treatment processes is preferred
• Previous experience covering contract execution disciplines with a proven track record of success
• Professional Registration (PE License) is preferred
• General business acumen

Characteristics and Skills:

• Strong understanding of basic engineering principles drawings and methods
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deal with ambiguity and competing priorities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes
• Ability to make decisions under pressure and solve problems efficiently
• Strong mechanical analytical and problem-solving skills
• Motivated with a focus on results
• High energy and commitment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Proficient in CAD (AutoCAD products preferred)
• Must be willing to travel 10-15% of the time to various work sites and suppliers

Essential Physical Abilities:

• Ability to sit or stand at a desk using a computer 80% of the time
• Ability to accommodate varying work schedules
• Ability to climb up and down stairs and ladders
• Ability to walk around power plants for extended periods

Core Values and Beliefs

Must be aligned with Core Values and Beliefs that drive UCCs existing corporate culture.

• People we trust and invest in our people unlocking their full potential and they always come first
• Teamwork we respect others and create a collaborative working environment of inclusion and inspiration
• Integrity we are truthful and respectful to customers employees community and suppliers
• Customer Satisfaction we keep existing customers by delivering exceptional customer service
• Innovative we encourage resourceful problem solving in the face of adversity

Compensation and Benefits

Base Pay Range: $75000 to $90000 annual pay based on skills and experience

Benefits:

• Insurance: Medical Dental Life Disability Employee Assistance Programs and Voluntary Options such as Vision HSA FSA (Medical Dental Vision and Dependent Care) Accident Identity Theft Legal coverage
• Retirement: 401(k) with up to 4% company match Pre-Tax and Roth Options and discretionary Annual Profit-Sharing contribution
• Time Off: 10 days of Vacation Vacation Purchase Plan up to 10 days purchased per year 5 days of Sick and 10 Holidays Parental Leave FMLA
• Miscellaneous: Student Debt Assistance Tuition Reimbursement Certification and License Reimbursement Personalized Professional Development Plans and Career Path Options.

How to Apply:

If interested in this position please apply online via our website at select Explore Current Openings to apply for this position online.

UCC Environmental isan Equal Opportunity Employer: Disability/Veteran. If you have difficulty applying for this job online by e-mail or need accommodations please call us at and ask for Human Resources.