UPW Engineer

Job Responsibilities:
Responsibilities will evolve throughout the project lifecycle, ranging from design and commissioning to full-scale operations, requiring adaptability and a proactive approach to each phase.
Design, Construction, and Commissioning Phase:

• Collaborate with UPW design vendors to ensure design expectations are met.

• Review drawings, submittals, and construction progress; perform engineering inspections.

• Identify and address abnormalities during construction and commissioning.

• Prepare and operate utility equipment for commissioning.

• Manage handover documentation and manuals.

• Conduct training and on-the-job training (OJT) for operational systems and duties.

• Monitor construction activities, project schedules, RFIs, and submittals for flawless execution.

• Work closely with project and construction teams to ensure timely operations.

Operational Phase:

• Oversee production and delivery of Ultra-Pure Water (UPW) to site production areas, including RO, EDI, DI, and ultrafiltration systems.

• Collaborate with WWT/BRF engineering teams for integrated operations.

• Develop and implement PM procedures and emergency SOPs.

• Operate and manage the Central Control Room.

• Maintain a safe work environment for all stakeholders.

• Monitor system performance through trend analysis, field walks, and reporting.

• Research and implement technology upgrades to improve quality, reliability, and safety.

• Continuously evaluate process requirements and equipment specifications.

• Communicate regularly with supervisor and technical lead regarding water analysis and system issues.

• Lead and execute critical projects supporting UPW operations and improvements.

• Hook-Up & Layout: Review equipment matrix, prepare bidding documents, supervise on-site work, and manage equipment handover.

• Expansion: Handle planning, design, construction, completion, and permitting.

• Operations on-call support in a 24/7 high-volume manufacturing environment.

• Create FMEA risk analysis documents for the UPW systems

• Integrate reliability engineering and risk analysis into daily operations, including FMEAs, root cause investigations, and design reviews.

Knowledge and Personal Skills

• Strong understanding of UPW systems, industry standards, codes, and regulations.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

• Effective collaboration and communication skills.

• Knowledge of adjacent disciplines (automation, water, gas, chemicals, environmental).

• Strong analytical, decision-making, and time management skills.

• Proficiency in corporate software tools (MS office, Bluebeam)

• Willingness to work overtime or respond to emergencies.

• Ethical, trustworthy, respectful, and flexible.

Education and Experience

• B.S. in Chemical, Mechanical, Environmental, Process.

• 5+ years of experience in UPW facilities engineering (design & operations).

• Knowledge of water treatment technologies and processes.

• Experience in design, construction, commissioning, and start-up preferred.

• Professional Engineering License (PE) is a plus.