About the role#
Aquatech is hiring a full-time Chemical Engineering Intern for the summer of 2027. You will work from our Canonsburg, Pennsylvania office to support our Engineering group. This is a paid, temporary position that lasts up to 90 days.
What you'll do#
You will receive on-the-job training while working alongside an experienced Applications Engineer. Your primary responsibilities include:
- Preparing water treatment proposals and reviewing Requests for Proposal (RFP).
- Performing process calculations, including heat and mass balance.
- Sizing water treatment processes and equipment.
- Reviewing Process Flow Diagrams (PFD), Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID), and equipment layout drawings.
- Following up with vendors to obtain quotations for major equipment and commodity items.
What you'll need#
- Completion of at least two years of undergraduate coursework in Chemical or Environmental Engineering.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Familiarity with water purification processes, such as membrane separation and chemical softening, is helpful.
Location & details#
- This role is based on-site in Canonsburg, PA.
- The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm (40 hours per week).
- This position does not offer visa sponsorship.
About Aquatech
Aquatech provides water treatment and mineral processing services to companies globally. The firm specializes in desalination, water reuse, and lithium refining. Founded in 1981, it operates from its headquarters in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania. The company maintains a presence in North America, Europe, the Middle East, India, and China, employing over 1,300 people.
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