About this role
LotusWorks is an Engineering Services provider specializing in managing Commissioning, Construction Services, Calibration, Operations & 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 & Biologics, Medical Device and Data Center 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.
LotusWorks is seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer – Waste / UPW (Cx Engineer) to take ultrapure water, wastewater treatment, reclaim, and chemical systems through quality checks, commissioning, and turnover to the Owner on a large-scale semiconductor fab build in New Albany, Ohio.
This role is responsible for overseeing critical process utility systems from field verification through commissioning, start-up, and final turnover. The successful candidate will support quality assurance activities, water quality verification, system readiness reviews, vendor start-up activities, and integrated testing while working closely with contractors, package vendors, and client stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
Responsibilities:
Quality & Commissioning
- Execute QA/QC and commissioning inspections on UPW production and distribution systems, industrial wastewater treatment systems (including acid waste neutralization, fluoride waste, and solvent waste treatment), reclaim systems, and chemical distribution systems.
- Witness pressure testing, flushing, cleaning, and sanitization activities and verify compliance with project specifications, P&IDs, and ASME B31.3 requirements where applicable.
- Track inspection requests, deficiencies, and system issues through the project issues log to closure.
- Coordinate directly with trade foremen, subcontractors, and package vendors to identify and resolve commissioning and quality deficiencies.
- Generate, track, and close punch-list items and compile turnover documentation for Owner acceptance.
- Execute and document functional testing activities, water quality verification, and commissioning records.
- Support integrated systems testing and cross-functional commissioning activities involving process utility systems.
- Support vendor start-up activities, final system turnover, and O&M readiness and handover activities.
- Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure systems meet project performance, quality, and operational requirements prior to Owner acceptance.
Skills Required:
- Minimum 1 year of construction site experience, with previous experience supporting commissioning, start-up, QA/QC, or operations activities on water, wastewater, chemical, or process utility systems.
- Working knowledge of UPW production and distribution systems, industrial wastewater treatment systems, reclaim systems, and chemical utility infrastructure.
- Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, isometrics, process flow diagrams (PFDs), and system schematics.Familiarity with pressure testing, flushing, cleaning, sanitization, and system turnover requirements, including ASME B31.3 standards.
- Experience supporting commissioning activities for thermoplastic piping systems (PVDF, PP, HDPE) and/or high-purity stainless-steel piping systems.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Smartsheet; experience with commissioning software and turnover management platforms is an advantage.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and provide clear written status reporting.
- Commitment to safety culture and willingness to work in both construction and cleanroom environments.
- Chemical plant, semiconductor UPW/waste treatment, pharmaceutical, power generation, or municipal water treatment commissioning and start-up experience is highly desirable.
Education / Licenses / Certifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred; equivalent trade, field, operations, or commissioning experience will also be considered.
- Proof of education, licenses, and certifications required where applicable.
Work Schedule
- Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM (approximately 50 hours per week, including overtime).
- Occasional weekend work may be required to support critical commissioning, start-up, testing, and turnover activities.
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Life, Short-Term, Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Training and Education Assistance
- 401k Retirement Plan
- Extra Annual Leave with Years of Service
- Maternity/Paternity Leave
- Recognition Rewards
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LotusWorks is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered.