Field Engineering Co-op

Job summary

Create system drawings and process flow diagrams, test water samples, monitor process equipment, and complete monthly reporting. Manage chemical inventory, perform field checks, and work with supervisors to identify plant equipment optimization opportunities.

Job details

Company Description Veolia is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Water Tech brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future. Job Description As the Field Engineering Intern, you will be joining a strong technical service environment. In this role, you will have an opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals within the field of industrial water treatment. You will gain exposure supporting water treatment systems and assist the organization in achieving its annual goals and objectives as an active participant. This is a full-time co-op with anticipated program dates of May 2027 through August 2028. Nature Of Work Your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to); Generate system drawings, PFDs, for use in on-site manuals and proposals Conduct wet testing in laboratory on water samples Actively monitor process equipment performance through online tools Assist in completing monthly reporting requirements Manage bulk chemical inventory and assist with ordering chemical products as required Perform field checks on process equipment (flows, pH, conductivity, chemical residuals, etc.) Work with supervisors on plant equipment optimization opportunities Qualifications Experience performing basic chemical tasks such as titrations, pH & conductivity measurements, and using other simple chemistry lab instruments Basic mechanical skills to help troubleshoot chemical feed equipment Computer skills - use of Microsoft Office, Visio, and online data Management Strong teamwork & communication skills Ability to prioritize and maintain deliverables in a fast-paced work environment Full-time availability starting May 2027 Education Rising Senior pursuing an undergraduate degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, or Chemistry Additional Information Why Veolia? Join a company that values Responsibility, Solidarity, Innovation, Customer Focus, and Respect. You'll have opportunities for comprehensive leadership development, career advancement, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on sustainability and environmental protection while leading a talented team. At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We offer challenging and meaningful careers, and because our people are our greatest assets, we also offer competitive compensation and benefits. Compensation The compensation range is tied to the market for similarly benchmarked roles. The range is not an absolute, but a guide, and offers will be based on the individual candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, and market conditions, as well as internal peer equity. Depending upon all the preceding considerations for the final selected individual candidate, the offer may be lower or higher than the stated range: $24.72-$27.30 CAD Artificial Intelligence (AI) Disclosure We do not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. Vacancy Status This posting is for an existing vacancy. As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination. ****Candidates must be immediately eligible to work legally in Canada; the employer will not sponsor candidates for a work permit or any other Canadian work authorization for this opportunity. **** Veolia does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of the company and no fee will be due. As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination.

What you’ll do

Create system drawings and process flow diagrams, test water samples, monitor process equipment, and complete monthly reporting. Manage chemical inventory, perform field checks, and work with supervisors to identify plant equipment optimization opportunities.

Requirements

Applicants must be rising seniors pursuing an undergraduate degree in a listed engineering discipline or chemistry and be available full-time starting May 2027. They should have basic chemistry laboratory and mechanical skills, computer proficiency, strong teamwork and communication skills, and the ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment.

Listed skills

• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Teamwork · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Chemical Testing
• Titration
• pH Measurement
• Conductivity Measurement
• Laboratory Instrumentation
• Mechanical Troubleshooting
• Microsoft Office
• Visio
• Online Data Management
• Technical Drawing
• Process Flow Diagrams
• Water Treatment
• Equipment Performance Monitoring
• Chemical Inventory Management
• Teamwork
• Communication

Job areas

• Engineering
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Science & Research

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