Industrial Water Process Engineer

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 The Woodlands, TX.  

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 a hybrid position that will work 9 hours Monday – Thursday and 4 hours on Friday.