About the role#
As a Field Engineering Intern, you will work within a technical service environment focused on industrial water treatment. You will gain hands-on experience by supporting water treatment systems and contributing to our annual operational goals. This is a full-time, 12-week position based on-site in Mount Vernon, Indiana.
What you'll do#
- Create a comprehensive inventory of all equipment, such as tanks, pumps, injection lines, sensors, and controllers, to meet contractual requirements.
- Develop a preventive maintenance plan and determine necessary spare parts.
- Build tracking tools to monitor maintenance execution and support accurate invoicing.
- Generate system drawings and process flow diagrams 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.
- Collaborate with supervisors to identify plant equipment optimization opportunities.
- Assist with monthly reporting requirements.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a rising Junior or Senior in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Chemistry.
- Full-time availability for Summer 2027.
- 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 meet deliverables.
Location & details#
- Location: Mount Vernon, Indiana.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
- Sponsorship: Not available for this position.
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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