Lead Applications Technologist

As Lead Applications Technologist you will apply advanced scientific and technological expertise to solve complex water treatment and reuse challenges for our customers with a particular focus on PFAS mitigation strategies.

This role combines hands-on laboratory experience with applied process design expertise. You will lead and support laboratory bench-scale pilot-scale and field studies; perform chemical and biological analyses; and use principles of engineering chemistry biology statistics and process modeling to develop innovative practical and cost-effective treatment solutions.

The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams across Veolia including Process Engineering Commercial Product Management and Market Development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct treatability and feasibility studies in alignment with business goals and customer requirements.
• Develop project proposals including technical protocols scope budgets and schedules in collaboration with cross-functional project teams.
• Design set up operate and troubleshoot laboratory bench-scale and pilot-scale treatment systems.
• Support field studies including the development and execution of sampling and testing programs.
• Apply engineering chemistry biology statistical analysis and process modeling principles to evaluate treatment processes and develop innovative solutions.
• Support strategic growth initiatives and contribute ideas to improve existing treatment technologies or develop new concepts.
• Perform physical chemical and biological analyses of water and wastewater samples in accordance with established procedures and documented requirements.
• Document analyze interpret and troubleshoot experimental and process data.
• Ensure the quality accuracy integrity and timely delivery of project data.
• Prepare and present technical reports project updates and presentations for internal and external audiences including conferences and customer meetings.
• Operate maintain calibrate and troubleshoot laboratory and analytical instrumentation.
• Maintain laboratory operations in accordance with chemical hygiene plans environmental health and safety requirements and quality assurance programs.
• Collaborate effectively with commercial engineering technical and market development teams.

Qualifications :

• PhD in Environmental Engineering Chemistry Biology or a related discipline preferred; equivalent relevant education and experience will be considered.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience developing treatment processes and process designs for water and wastewater applications.
• Experience operating laboratory bench-scale pilot-scale or demonstration-scale treatment systems.
• Experience with analytical characterization of water and wastewater samples.
• Demonstrated expertise in the development or application of physicochemical treatment processes for municipal and/or industrial water and wastewater treatment.
• Working knowledge of one or more of the following treatment areas:
  • Thermal treatment
  • Advanced oxidation processes (AOP)
  • Membrane treatment
  • Biological treatment
• Strong interest in or experience with PFAS treatment and mitigation strategies.
• Three or more years of experience supporting industrial and/or municipal water treatment applications is preferred.
• Strong technical writing data analysis presentation and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace.

Additional Information :

At Veolia we believe diverse teams make smarter decisions deliver better results and build stronger communities. Were proud to champion diversity and inclusion at every level and maintain a genuine commitment to being an equal opportunity employer.

In compliance with Virginia employment law we provide the following details:

• Compensation is tied to the market for similarly bench-marked roles. The range is not an absolute but a guide and offers will be based on the individual candidates knowledge skills experience and market conditions as well as internal peer equity. Depending upon all the preceding considerations for the final selected individual candidate the offer may be lower or higher than the stated range: $88000 - $101000 USD.

We invest in our employees with a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical Dental & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1!
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution plus matching!
• Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts
• AD&D Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Access to the Learning and Development Catalogue. 

Disclaimer: The salary other compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time subject to applicable law.

****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****

Veolia does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of the company and no fee will be due.

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

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time