Equipment Selection Engineer

Description

Summary:

At Aquatech, we tackle the challenges of water scarcity and complexity by leveraging technology, expertise, and financing to deliver comprehensive solutions that reduce carbon and recycled water footprint. As a leading global provider of water and process technology solutions, we help the world's most recognized companies achieve their sustainability and operational goals by implementing innovative approaches for water reuse, desalination, minimal and zero liquid discharge, and critical minerals recovery. Our work catalyzes the transition toward a more sustainable future and showcases our commitment to addressing water's role in climate adaptation. Learn more at www.aquatech.com.

Aquatech immediately needs a full-time Equipment Selection Engineer to work in our Canonsburg, PA office. The hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. The Equipment Selection Engineer will perform the duties described in the job description below and will be considered an Exempt employee.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of sizing/selection of industrial equipment/instruments for water treatment. The candidate will be technically solid with engineering programs and have experience with evaluating quotations and vendor proposals. The candidate will be creative and detail-oriented, have good communication skills, be team-oriented, have excellent problem-solving skills, and be customer service oriented.

Minimum Qualifications / Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering(Mechanical, Chemical, or related field)from a four-year accredited college or university.
• Three (3) or more years of relevant experience

Job Description:

• Review Aquatech standard specifications and Project-specific customer specifications and make notes of non-standard requirements.
• Check the process calculations, & pump capacities for various types of pumps, such as metering and centrifugal pumps.
• Sizing, selection, and preparation of data sheets for equipment such as blowers, various types of pumps, tank heaters, mixers, etc., and any other vendor packages.
• Sizing, selection, and preparation of data sheets for instruments such as pressure, temperature, flow, and analytical instruments.
• Sizing selection and preparation of data sheets for control valves such as ball control valves, globe control valves, butterfly control valves, etc.
• Preparation of datasheets for miscellaneous items such as static mixers, solenoid valves, and valve manifolds.
• Preparation of other documents - instrument list, load list, lube list, requisition attachments, Volume II Index (required for O & M Manuals), commissioning spares, and tag list.
• Release of engineering documents to the Document Control Department per department procedure and release of material requisitions through SAP.
• Internal communication with all departments & divisions - Mechanical, Electrical, Process Control, Applications, Purchasing, and other domestic and international offices.
• Frequent vendor interaction and technical evaluation of quotes and the project budget.
• Clarification & resolution of shop queries/ defect notifications.
• Vendor quote / drawing approval and storing in the network.
• Other miscellaneous engineering duties or responsibilities as assigned to support the operations of the department or the company.
• Meet document submission deadlines decided by the project schedule.
• Revise documents/datasheets as per client/vendor/PM comments.
• New Vendor evaluation includes organizing internal/ external meetings to determine vendors/equipment suitability with Aquatech standards.
• Leading the vendor design coordination meeting, minuting and compiling all engineering comments related to equipment approval, and was responsible for communicating externally.
• Other duties as assigned

Skill Requirements:

• Able to read, analyze, and interpret engineering documents, including P&ID, PFD, and engineering calculations.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and maintain a positive attitude and good organizational skills.
• Ability to plan and manage multiple tasks or projects with attention to detail.
• Able to use computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment and MS Office software at a high level of proficiency.
• Able to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
• Writing specifications of engineering equipment, attention to detail, and good written communication skills.
• Prior knowledge of SAP is preferred but not essential.
• Experience in project-related industry with technical buying/selling or execution of project preferred.

Benefits:

Aquatech offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, company-paid holidays, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Essential Functions:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above and below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Physical Job Demands:

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, limited walking and standing.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications / Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering(Mechanical, Chemical, or related field)from a four-year accredited college or university.
• Three (3) or more years of relevant experience