About the role#
As a Field Engineering Intern, you will join our technical service team in Decatur, Illinois. You will work alongside experienced professionals in industrial water treatment to support water treatment systems and help the organization meet its annual objectives. This is a full-time, 12-week internship scheduled for Summer 2027.
What you'll do#
- Establish a comprehensive inventory of all equipment used by Veolia, including tanks, pumps, injection lines, sensors, and controllers.
- Develop a detailed preventive maintenance plan and determine the necessary spare parts inventory.
- Create tracking tools to monitor the execution of maintenance tasks and support accurate invoicing.
- Generate system drawings and PFDs for on-site manuals and proposals.
- Monitor process equipment performance using online tools.
- Perform field checks on equipment, including measuring flows, pH, conductivity, and chemical residuals.
- Assist with monthly reporting requirements.
- Collaborate with supervisors to identify plant equipment optimization opportunities.
What you'll need#
- You must be a rising Junior or Senior pursuing an undergraduate degree in Chemical, Environmental, Industrial, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering, or Chemistry.
- Basic mechanical skills for troubleshooting chemical feed equipment.
- Proficiency with Gsuite, Visio, and online data management tools.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and maintain deliverables.
- Full-time availability for the Summer 2027 term.
- You must be eligible to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Location & details#
- Location: Decatur, IL, United States.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Compensation: This position is paid.
About Veolia
Veolia operates in the environmental services sector. The company manages water, waste, and energy resources. Its work supports ecological transformation through three business areas. Based in Aubervilliers, France, the company employs over 10,000 people.
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