Senior Process Engineer Water & Wastewater at Kovalus Separation Solutions (KSS)

Company Overview

At Kovalus Separation Solutions (KSS), we are committed to revolutionizing the separation industry through advanced technologies such as membrane filtration, ion exchange, evaporation, drying, and more. Our innovative solutions empower customers across the food & beverage, dairy, life sciences, and industrial markets to optimize production processes through concentration, purification, and contaminant removal. We also support clients in recycling valuable process chemicals, achieving high-purity water, and treating wastewater for reuse or safe discharge, helping them enhance sustainability.

Our success is built on the collaborative efforts of our global team of dedicated professionals. As we continue to grow, we seek talented individuals who share our passion for innovation. Join us today and help deliver Separation Technologies for a Better Future™.

 How You'll Add Value… 

As a Sr. Process Engineer for Water and Wastewater, you will be instrumental in driving our growth in the industrial and municipal water and wastewater markets. Your technical expertise, ability to build strategic partnerships, and internal collaboration will contribute significantly to Kovalus’ continued success. 

What you’ll do…  

Position Information 

Based in our headquarters in Wilmington, Massachusetts, reporting to the Sr. Director of Process Engineering. 

Flexible work environment (3 days in the office, 2 days WFH)

A remote position can be considered for the right candidate. 

Annual Compensation range:$96,600-$119,600

Key Responsibilities

 Develop detailed process design work for commercial water and wastewater treatment membrane filtration processes using UF and RO membrane technology.  This will involve the design and specification of filtration systems, selection of the treatment conditions, development of P&IDs, control philosophies and control sequences.

• Provide process guidance to Field Service Engineers for startup and troubleshooting of full-scale plants and pilot systems, participating in on-site commissioning of commercial plants and assisting in training of the end user’s operators.
• Develop test protocols for field pilots for the purpose of obtaining performance data for commercial opportunities.  Completing field test projects by preparing comprehensive reports to be used for both internal and external purposes.
• Write and present technical papers and seminars for potential end users, engineering companies and OEMs; attend and present paper in tradeshows and conferences. 

What you’ll bring…

 Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in process engineering design, with a strong focus on water and wastewater treatment applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with demonstrated experience in customer service, presentations, business negotiations, and relationship-building.
• Ability to travel up to 40% at times (average 25%) within North America, working closely with regional sales teams and product management.
• Deep understanding of water and wastewater treatment processes in the municipal and industrial applications.
• Experience working in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in chemical or environmental engineering, or in another related discipline. 

 Preferred Qualifications

• 10 or more years of experience working with ultrafiltration membrane systems with primary focus of water and wastewater treatment.
• Experience with RO membranes including simulations, water chemistry and antiscalant dosing calculations.
• Experience in working with wastewater treatment simulation models such as BioWin.
• Hands on experience working on the startup and troubleshooting of full-scale commercial water and wastewater filtration systems or MBR treatment plants.
• Desire to be an innovator and major contributor to help solve the world’s water shortage. 

Kovalus offers a comprehensive package that includes: Medical (4 plan options), Dental (2 plan options) and Vision insurances; 401K (match & fixed company contribution); health savings and flexible spending accounts;  company provided basic life insurance policy with the option of selecting additional voluntary life insurance for self, spouse or dependents; disability insurances (short-term policy is company paid & long-term is split between company and employee); voluntary insurance plans for accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity; business and personal travel insurance; 10 paid holidays; vacation time; sick time; employee assistance program; educational assistance program; referral bonus; bereavement leave. All benefits are subject to applicable plan and program terms (including eligibility terms) and may be subject to change. 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.