Production Engineer

Company Description
Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management. Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world's most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future.

Job Summary
We are seeking a Production Engineer to support operations at our water chemical treatment facility across two key areas: Production and Logistics. This role requires a hands‑on engineering professional who will optimize processes, ensure safety compliance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives while managing both production operations and supply chain logistics.

Key Characteristics

Strong Analytical and Problem‑Solving Skills – Conduct root cause analysis, investigate quality concerns and equipment non‑conformances, perform supply chain optimization analysis, and continuously make decisions to improve process efficiencies.

Excellent Communication and Training Abilities – Network with site, regional, and global functions, perform classroom instruction for operations teams, coordinate with vendors, and manage cross‑functional relationships between production and logistics.

Strong Organizational and Project Management Skills – Balance multiple responsibilities across two locations, manage bulk storage tanks, coordinate scheduling for materials/packaging/shipments, identify and execute CAPEX/OPEX projects, and maintain documentation.

Duties & Responsibilities

Support all Environmental, Health, and Safety programs, policies, and regulations.

Coordinate Management of Change (MOC) and Process Safety Management (PSM) operational opportunities.

Perform process engineering activities including heat/material transfer, mass balancing, and equipment performance assessments.

Conduct root cause analysis and implement appropriate countermeasures for operational issues.

Network with site, regional, and global functions to drive best practices.

Production Focus Areas

Manage bulk storage, production equipment, auxiliary systems, and utilities.

Track and analyze Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) data to identify quality concerns, yield losses, and equipment non‑conformances.

Monitor daily production and quality rates to ensure optimal performance.

Identify, scope, and execute CAPEX and OPEX improvement projects.

Provide training and classroom instruction to operations teams.

Support production scheduling and maintain critical documentation.

Logistics Focus Areas

Balance daily administrative duties (25‑40% of time) with field support activities.

Coordinate raw material scheduling and ensure adequate storage space availability.

Manage packaging schedules and prepare required documentation.

Oversee shipment scheduling and documentation preparation.

Conduct vendor management and maintain chemical organization per segregation/lean standards.

Perform supply chain analysis for optimization opportunities.

Manage over 36 bulk storage tanks and develop equipment handling procedures.

Conduct inventory accuracy assessments and ensure risk management compliance.

Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Process Engineering and Equipment Analysis – Proficiency in heat and material transfer calculations, mass balancing, equipment performance assessments, and process optimization.

Data Analysis and Performance Metrics Management – Expertise in tracking, analyzing, and interpreting OEE data, production rates, quality metrics, and yield loss analysis.

Process Safety Management (PSM) and Regulatory Compliance – Knowledge of MOC procedures, EH&S regulations, risk management protocols, chemical handling/segregation standards, bulk storage tank management.

Education & Experience
(Required)

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related discipline.

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred but not required.

Relevant certifications in Process Safety Management (PSM), Hazardous Materials Management, or Water Treatment Operations are advantageous.

Experience Requirements

Minimum 3‑5 years of experience in chemical processing, water treatment, or related industrial manufacturing environment.

Experience with process engineering principles.

Experience with data analysis, OEE tracking, and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma preferred).

Experience in project management for CAPEX/OPEX initiatives.

Background in supply chain management, logistics coordination, or inventory management preferred.

Experience with regulatory compliance (EPA, OSHA, DOT) and safety management systems.

Hands‑on experience with bulk storage systems, chemical handling, and production equipment operations.

Experience in training and mentoring operations personnel.

Knowledge of Management of Change (MOC) processes and PSM principles preferred.

Proficient in SAP, ERP, or comparable systems.

Hands‑on experience with Siemens automation and control systems.

Proven ability to champion safety initiatives and foster continuous improvement in workplace safety culture.

Direct operational experience with connection assembly/disassembly, line clearing procedure, pump operations, manifold system management.

Field experience in safe chemical handling and transfer protocols.

Advanced computer skills including Google Sheets, MS Excel, and Tableau.

Benefits

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.

Additional Information
Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; the employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g., H‑1B visa) for this opportunity.

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

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