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Waste/UPW Engineering Technician

lotusworks
Rio Rancho2w ago

About the role

<div class="content-intro"><p>LotusWorks is an Engineering Services provider specializing in managing Commissioning, Construction Services, Calibration, Operations &amp; Maintenance scopes of work within global manufacturing facilities. LotusWorks operates globally across EMEA and North America partnering with the world's leading manufacturers across the Semiconductor, Pharmaceutical &amp; Biologics, Medical Device and Data Centre sectors. Our team of Engineering and Technical professionals is immersed in cutting-edge technologies and innovations. LotusWorks is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, integral to our people-first approach.&nbsp;</p></div><p data-start="323" data-end="828">We are seeking a skilled Ultrapure Water (UPW) &amp; Wastewater Engineering Technician to support the reliable operation, maintenance, and optimization of critical process systems within a state-of-the-art semiconductor facility. This role ensures continuous availability of ultrapure and deionized water while maintaining environmental compliance across wastewater treatment systems.</p> <h3>Responsibilities:</h3> <ul> <li>Operate, monitor, and maintain all Ultrapure Water (UPW), Deionized Water (DI), and Wastewater systems to ensure stable performance, compliance, and system reliability.</li> <li>Conduct daily rounds and readings, verifying process parameters, alarm conditions, and equipment health through field inspections and control systems (SCADA/BMS/Cimplicity).</li> <li>Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation equipment in accordance with approved job plans and safety procedures.</li> <li>Execute calibration and verification of field instruments, including temperature, pressure, flow, conductivity, pH, level, and TOC sensors, ensuring traceability and documentation accuracy.</li> <li>Monitor process quality data and sample results, escalating deviations from specification to engineering and implementing corrective actions as directed.</li> <li>Collect and prepare process, environmental, and wastewater samples following chain-of-custody and analytical requirements, coordinating with laboratories and EHS teams as needed.</li> <li>Support troubleshooting and resolution of equipment alarms, process upsets, and system performance issues through root cause investigation and collaboration with engineering.</li> <li>Maintain and update all PM/CM activities, calibration results, and operational data within the CMMS (e.g., Maximo), ensuring traceable and compliant recordkeeping.</li> <li>Ensure strict adherence to all site safety standards including LOTO, confined space, arc flash, and chemical handling procedures.</li> <li>Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment across all process areas, tools, and maintenance equipment.</li> <li>As Shift Lead (when assigned), serve as the primary point of contact for shift operations—coordinating daily work execution, prioritizing PM/CM activities, assigning tasks to technicians, and ensuring completion of rounds, readings, and sampling requirements.</li> <li>Oversee system operation during assigned shifts, making on-the-spot operational decisions necessary to maintain process control, safety, and uptime, while escalating significant issues to engineering.</li> <li>Provide accurate shift passdowns, documenting all maintenance, alarms, and process events to ensure continuity across 24x7 operations.</li> <li>Act as Equipment Owner for assigned UPW/Waste assets, maintaining full accountability for system reliability, PM effectiveness, and performance tracking.</li> <li>Lead ownership responsibilities by initiating corrective work orders, coordinating repairs, verifying functionality post-maintenance, and updating equipment histories and documentation.</li> <li>Support engineering with performance data, system trends, and field insights to guide technical decisions, reliability reviews, and system optimization.</li> <li>Participate in system startups, commissioning activities, and requalification testing following major repairs or engineering modifications.</li> <li>Provide input on engineering change requests and setpoint adjustments, validating system impact and ensuring proper control response in the field.</li> <li>Maintain awareness of critical control loops and process interlocks, ensuring alarms and safeguards are operational and properly configured.</li> <li>Support environmental monitoring activities including stormwater, outfall, or containment inspections, recording data accurately and escalating anomalies.</li> <li>Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Facilities Engineering, EHS, Quality, OEMs) to ensure compliance with performance, safety, and reporting standards.</li> <li>Mentor and assist junior technicians, promoting best practices, operational consistency, and strong safety culture across shifts.</li> <li>Demonstrate leadership, ownership, and professionalism in all aspects of Waste/UPW operations, acting as a key interface between operations, maintenance, and engineering.</li> <li>Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on system reliability, operational efficiency, and preventive maintenance optimization.</li> <li>Any other duties or responsibilities that may be assigned to you in your role.</li> </ul> <h3>Skills Required:</h3> <ul> <li>3+ years of experience in UPW, wastewater, or similar high-purity process environments (semiconductor, pharmaceutical, power generation, or industrial water treatment).</li> <li data-start="4710" data-end="4815">Strong understanding of pumps, valves, filtration, RO, UV, ion exchange, and related treatment systems.</li> <li data-start="4818" data-end="4924">Familiarity with control and monitoring systems (SCADA/BMS/Cimplicity) and CMMS software (e.g., Maximo).</li> <li data-start="4927" data-end="4997">Proven commitment to safety standards and EHS compliance procedures.</li> </ul> <h3>Education / Licenses / Certifications</h3> <ul> <li>High School Diploma or equivalent, required.</li> <li>Associate’s, Bachelor’s degree or technical diploma in Engineering, Mechanical, or related field preferred, but not required.</li> <li>Proof of education, licenses, and certifications will be required where applicable.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <h3>Benefits:</h3> <ul> <li data-leveltext="-" data-font="&quot;Aptos&quot;,sans-serif" data-listid="18" data-list-defn-props="{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;\&quot;Aptos\&quot;,sans-serif&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;-&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="none">Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance</span><span 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We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered.&nbsp;</em></p></div>

Perks & benefits

  • 401k
  • Vision Insurance

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