A. O. Smith Corporation · 1 day ago
Research Engineer - Water treatment / Microplastics / Emerging Contaminants
Milwaukee, WI
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expA. O. Smith Corporation is a leading global water technology company focused on hot water and clean water solutions. They are seeking a Water Treatment Research Engineer to conduct research on microplastics and emerging contaminants in drinking water, developing innovative treatment technologies and collaborating with global teams.
Consumer ElectronicsManufacturingWater Purification
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
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Water Chemistry, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or equivalent
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
Hands-on experience with filter design, carbon block integration, or emerging material incorporation into water treatment systems
Experience with residential product certification testing requirements
Benefits
Medical and dental insurance
Company-sponsored life insurance
Retirement security savings plan
Short- and long-term disability programs
Tuition assistance
Company
A. O. Smith Corporation
Celebrating its 150th year of business, A. O.
10001+ employees
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Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Melissa Scheppele
CIO SVP Information Technology
Peter Martineau
Senior Vice President - CIO
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