Research Engineer - Water treatment / Microplastics / Emerging Contaminants

A. O. Smith Corporation • Remote (Milwaukee, WI, US) • 19h ago

Company / Location Information

Water technology is one of the fastest-growing industries in the world, and, as a leading global water technology company, A. O. Smith Corporation is at the center of the trend. We are a $2 billion company with more than 11,000 employees worldwide. Our emphasis is on hot water and clean water; we are one of the world’s largest manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment as well as a supplier of water purification products in a number of emerging countries.

With manufacturing operations in the United States, Canada, Mexico, China, India, and Europe, A. O. Smith has the global reach to serve customers worldwide. We have sales and distribution in more than 60 countries around the world. A. O. Smith is committed to continuous improvement, not just in its factories and its processes, but in its people. It values people who are able to analyze problems and take rapid, decisive action. For more information regarding A. O. Smith, visit our website at www.aosmith.com.

Primary Function

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Water Treatment Research Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will focus on understanding the risks associated with microplastics and other emerging contaminants in drinking water, and on identifying and developing innovative technologies to remove these contaminants from residential drinking water at the point-of-use and point-of-entry scale. This is a great opportunity for a creative, hands-on individual to work in our water treatment engineering research group in the development of advanced water treatment technologies and products.

Responsibilities

Conduct research to monitor and assess emerging water contaminants to determine filtration needs, and develop strategic plans for implementing effective treatment solutions. The initial focus will be on microplastics.
Conduct research and demonstrate feasibility of technologies for emerging contaminant reduction in drinking water.
- Work with outside researchers and monitor state of the art for water treatment for microplastics and other emerging contaminants; recognize opportunities and recommend action when appropriate.
- Analyze and evaluate water treatment technologies through theoretical calculations, prototype development, proof of concept testing, and modeling/data analysis.
Collaborate with global operating companies in China, India, and US to develop and implement advanced technologies for residential drinking water treatment into point-of-use and point-of-entry products.
Stay updated on existing and proposed regulations and health studies to ensure compliance and anticipate future needs for residential and commercial water treatment systems.
Lead and manage technology development projects following the defined AO Smith processes.
Provide technical support to CTC and A. O. Smith operating companies’ projects and requests.

Qualifications

Advanced degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Water Chemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or equivalent. PhD preferred
Extensive experience in water treatment research, ideally 10+ years
Experience with evaluation and development of cost effective treatment methods for drinking water applications
Experience working with a customer focused mindset
Demonstrated project management skills
Excellent communication and organization skills with ability to work both independently and as a part of a team
Open to travel including domestic and international

Preferred Experience:

Hands-on experience with filter design, carbon block integration, or emerging material incorporation into water treatment systems
Experience with residential product certification testing requirements

We Offer

Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance.

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ADA Statement & EEO Statement

In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

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