Industrial Water Process Engineer
Westernmidstream · westernmidstream.com
BillericaMid level2–5 yrs
Straight from the company’s own careers site.
The job in short
Industrial water process engineering.
Details
- Found
- 6 d ago · posted 2026-10-02
- Location
- Billerica, MA, US
Full description
Job Summary:
This role offers the opportunity to join a team that will help drive innovative solutions for industrial water and wastewater with a focus on high water recovery. We’re pushing ultrafiltration and reverse osmosis technologies to new levels of performance, delivering exceptional outcomes for our customers. We’re looking for a teammate who is deeply committed, resourceful in problem-solving, and dedicated to excellence. In this role, you will advance our water treatment solutions through hands-on process engineering, including treatment system design and testing. This is a well-rounded opportunity with strong potential for growth within the Western Midstream organization. This position is based out of Billerica, MA.
Qualifications:
• 2-5 years of experience in membrane system design (MF/UF/MBR/NF/RO), operations, and piloting
• Recent hands-on experience with pilot operation and/or system startups
• Strong knowledge of membrane processes and water chemistry
• Ability to design, size, and optimize membrane system processes
• Analytical skills to understand technical requirements and develop solutions
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent organization and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Computer literacy (e.g, Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, HMI/PLC).
• Capable of working independently with management guidance
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
• Willingness to travel for field work as needed
Responsibilities:
• Plan and execute field pilots to demonstrate Western Midstream membrane solutions at customer sites
• Conduct in-house validation trials for new products or applications
• Analyze pilot data and prepare reports for clients
• Develop cost-effective membrane system designs to meet customer needs
• Sizing for equipment, pumps, piping, valves for water and wastewater treatment systems
• Develop process documentation including P&IDs, mass balances, and control narratives
• Support sales in developing technical proposals and performance guarantees
• Assist with project management for installation, field design, and site work
• Commission membrane systems, troubleshoot issues, and provide after-sales support
Physical Requirements:
*Ability to work in the field at our pilot sites which may include:
• Moving safely around operating water treatment equipment to accomplish tasks
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation, wind, high, and low temperatures
Education:
• Bachelor’s degree required in relevant engineering subject matter (chemical, civil, environmental). Master’s degree preferred. Grade and salary commensurate with relevant education and experience.
Travel Requirements:
• Travel of up to 25% is required for this role.
Work Schedule:
• This is an on-site role requiring a Monday–Friday work schedule
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