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Water Treatment Engineer - Microplastics / Emerging Contaminants

Date: May 10, 2025

Location(s):

Milwaukee, WI, US, 53224

Company: A. O. Smith Corporation

Company / Location Information

Water technology is one of the fastest-growing industries in the world, and, as a leading global water technology company, A. O. Smith Corporation is at the center of the trend. We are a $2 billion company with more than 11,000 employees worldwide. Our emphasis is on hot water and clean water; we are one of the world’s largest manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment as well as a supplier of water purification products in a number of emerging countries.

With manufacturing operations in the United States, Canada, Mexico, China, India, and Europe, A. O. Smith has the global reach to serve customers worldwide. We have sales and distribution in more than 60 countries around the world. A. O. Smith is committed to continuous improvement, not just in its factories and its processes, but in its people. It values people who are able to analyze problems and take rapid, decisive action. For more information regarding A. O. Smith, visit our website atwww.aosmith.com.

Primary Function

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated PhD Research Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will focus on understanding the risks associated with microplastics and other emerging contaminants in drinking water, and on identifying and developing innovative technologies to remove these contaminants from residential drinking water products. This is a great opportunity for a creative, hands-on individual to work in our water treatment engineering research group in the development of advanced water treatment technologies and products.

Responsibilities

+ Conduct comprehensive research to understand the risks posed by microplastics and other emerging contaminants in drinking water.

+ Conduct research and demonstrate feasibility of technologies for emerging contaminant reduction in drinking water.

+ Work with outside researchers to be aware of technology developments around water treatment for microplastics and other emerging contaminants; recognize opportunities and recommend action when appropriate.

+ Collaborate with global operating companies in China, India, and US to develop and implement advanced technologies for residential drinking water treatment.

+ Analyze and evaluate water treatment technologies through theoretical calculations, prototype development, proof of concept testing, and data analysis.

+ Assess the performance of water treatment equipment through lab tests, accelerated life tests, reliability tests, field tests, and regulatory testing.

+ Stay updated on existing and proposed regulations and health studies to ensure compliance and anticipate future needs for residential and commercial water treatment systems.

+ Lead and manage technology development projects following the defined AO Smith processes.

+ Provide technical support to CTC and operating companies’ projects and requests.

Qualifications

+ Advanced degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or equivalent. PhD preferred

+ 10 plus years of related experience

+ Experience with microplastics and emerging contaminants in drinking water

+ Experience with product certification testing requirements

+ Customer focus

+ Demonstrated project management skills

+ Excellent communication and organization skills with ability to work both independently and as a part of a team

+ Open to travel including domestic and international

Preferred Experience:

+ Experience with water treatment filters and filter design

We Offer

Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits plans which include medical and dental insurance, company-sponsored life insurance, retirement security savings plan, short- and long-term disability programs and tuition assistance.

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ADA Statement & EEO Statement

In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies needed to successfully perform in this position. However, for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) purposes, the essential functions of the job may or may not have been described for purposes of ADA reasonable accommodation. All reasonable accommodation requests will be reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

Nearest Major Market:Milwaukee