Mechanical Engineer- Water Treatment

Total Water Treatment Systems is looking to hire a Mechanical Engineer in Madison, WI.
Total Water is a 100% Employee Owned Company and a leader in water treatment.
We are known for our innovation and service in providing ultra-pure water for healthcare, biotech, laboratory, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, and food processing operations.
The Mechanical Engineer's responsibilities include water treatment system design, equipment and material selection, process drawings, electrical control drawings, and in the field design implementation.
This position will provide office and field support to Sales Engineers, Project managers, and Industrial Technicians.
Total Water is an Employee Owned business providing excellent benefits including: Employee Stock Ownership Plan 401k Health and dental insurance Short and long term disability insurance Life insurance Paid holidays Paid time off QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or mechanical engineering technology.
Excellent technical skills, including computer-aid design experience.
Complete understanding of fluid mechanics, strength of materials, materials selection, mechanical system analysis, control systems, mechanical design, and modeling.
Complete understanding of all purified water systems components.
Industrial water treatment systems experience (including water softeners, reverse osmosis systems, de-ionization, resin, filters, softeners).
Experience and working knowledge of all plumbing materials, copper, and related products (PVC, CPVC, Poly and PVDF).
Presentation and facilitation skills within the classroom training experience.
Excellent customer service skills, problem solving, oral and written communication and organizational skills required.
Must understand water chemistry and basic knowledge of electricity and control wiring.
Valid driver's license and safe driving record.
Computer skills, with demonstrated experience in Excel, Word, CAD and PowerPoint.
MECHANICAL ENGINEER REQUIREMENTS: Proven working experience in design and engineering of water treatment systems Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Solid organizational skills including diligence and multitasking skills Leadership Critical Thinking Planning Adaptability MECHANICAL ENGINEER RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for system design to meet water quality specifications, industry related standards, and project/customer requirements.
Responsible for pre-job and current job support to Industrial Sales Engineers, Project Managers, Industrial Technicians, and customers.
Support includes project meetings, bid-spec review, CAD drawings, equipment selection, installation material selection, system installation and operation qualifications.
Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of multiple projects.
Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within scope and within budget.
Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant internal stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.
Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques.
Manage the relationship with the client and relevant stakeholders.
Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors.
Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
Meet with clients to take detailed ordering briefs and clarify specific requirements of each project.
Track project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of each project.
Meet budgetary objectives and adjust project constraints based on financial analysis.
Develop comprehensive project plans to be shared with clients as well as other staff members.
Use and continually develop leadership skills.
Attend conferences and training as required to maintain proficiency.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Develop spreadsheets, diagrams and process drawings as needed.
Provides advanced support, and oversight of installation, start-up, service maintenance, modification and repair of commercial and industrial water purification equipment and systems.
Works with pumps, motors, piping, and other mechanical systems.
Communicate with the customer verbally or in writing, service-related issues, including troubleshooting and diagnosis problems, and recommend the best course of action.
Stay current on QSR procedures and follow those procedures.
Stay current on industry standards including AAMI, ASTM, CMS, USP, etc.
Identify sales opportunities and report to Industrial Sales team.
OVERALL PROFESSIONAL EXPECTATIONS & CUSTOMER SERVICE STANDARDS Customer focus and good customer relationships are the primary expectation.
Maintains a work schedule that accommodates completion of tasks within the position description and Company needs.
This includes arriving on time and completing assignments on time.
Demonstrates knowledge and appropriate implementation of Company policies, procedures, and Team Member Handbook information.
Observes rules of confidentiality, both on the job and in the community.
Demonstrates knowledge of job responsibilities and expectations of all Company departments by maintaining positive, open, and supportive working relationships between functional areas.
Demonstrates tact and courtesy during contact and communication with others.
Demonstrates good problem solving in dealing with emergency needs and unusual occurrences.
Demonstrates initiative and good decision-making.
Demonstrates an initiative-taking approach in interacting with managers and team members.
Observes safety standards and ensures the safety of the facilities and personnel.
Maintains a professional appearance, which includes keeping vehicles, facilities, paperwork, and customer worksite organized and clean.
ENVIRONMENT Position requires work in a wide range of commercial and industrial facilities including utility rooms, storage facilities, basements, high-tech industrial work areas, sanitized areas for food preparation or material processing, or hospitals and clinics.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to sit for periods of up to two hours or more.
Ability to walk, stand, reach, and bend for up to 8 hours.
Use of stairs and ladder.
Ability to push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Ability to finger, grasp, and use a keyboard, mouse, and other computer equipment.
Ability to crawl and kneel.
Ability to speak, hear, read, and write the English language.
Close visual acuity is required.
Stretching is important at the start of each workday and periodically for alertness.
It is beneficial for work safety and personal health.
WORK HOURS Traveling is required.
Total Water is an Equal Opportunity Employer Minority, Female, Veteran, Disability.