Water Treatment Engineer 5.1.E - Water and Wastewater Treatment

Job Description

For our Industry Division, we are looking for a Junior Water Treatment Site Inspector to join a major industrial project in the microelectronics sector, based in Milan.

We are seeking a bright, curious, and field-oriented professional interested in developing skills in construction supervision, site inspection, and quality control of water treatment and water utility systems within a high-tech industrial environment.

The successful candidate will join an international multidisciplinary team involved in the construction of new cleanrooms for the microelectronics industry, working daily with professionals from various technical disciplines.

Supported by senior specialists, the selected candidate will progressively gain autonomy in the inspection, verification, and acceptance of complex water treatment and distribution systems.

What You Will Do

• Support site supervision and inspection activities related to water treatment and water utility systems.
• Verify the compliance of installations with project documentation, technical specifications, and applicable standards.
• Monitor works related to softened water production and distribution systems.
• Participate in the inspection of ultrapure water (UPW) production and distribution systems.
• Support supervision activities related to raw water treatment and purification systems.
• Monitor industrial and sanitary water distribution networks.
• Participate in the inspection of industrial wastewater treatment installations.
• Support activities related to the segregation and collection of industrial drains.
• Carry out regular site inspections to verify construction progress and installation quality.
• Assist in the analysis and resolution of technical issues arising during construction and commissioning phases.
• Prepare technical progress, inspection, and non-conformance reports.
• Participate in coordination meetings with contractors, suppliers, clients, and project teams.
• Support testing, commissioning, and acceptance activities.
• Perform site checks in compliance with safety procedures.
• Interact daily with an international team using English.

Qualifications

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related disciplines.
• Alternatively, a degree specializing in water treatment, industrial utilities, or process engineering.
• Previous experience (0 to 3 years) in water treatment, industrial utilities, commissioning, or site activities would be appreciated.
• Good knowledge of industrial water treatment systems and water distribution networks.
• Basic knowledge of ultrapure water (UPW) systems and industrial wastewater treatment installations.
• Ability to read technical drawings, P&IDs, layouts, and technical documentation.
• Excellent command of Italian.
• Good written and spoken English skills (minimum B2 level).
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Availability to work on a permanent basis at the Agrate Brianza (MI) construction site.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience, even limited, in water treatment, industrial utilities, construction supervision, commissioning, or engineering design.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD and/or Revit.
• Knowledge of BIM environments and methodologies.
• Construction site safety training.
• Experience or interest in cleanroom, semiconductor, industrial, pharmaceutical, or data center projects.
• Excellent command of Italian and English.
• Knowledge of French would be considered an advantage.

Key Personal Attributes

• Strong interest in site-based activities.
• Accuracy and technical rigor.
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive approach and ability to work independently.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with contractors, suppliers, and clients.
• Team spirit and ability to work in multidisciplinary and international environments.
• Technical curiosity and a strong willingness to learn.

Additional Information

What we offer:

• A great stepping stone for your future career with Artelia
• A supportive manager who works closely with you within a close-knit team
• Experienced professionals who will support you as you contribute to a variety of projects of different scales
• A dedicated HR team to guide and support you throughout your V.I.E assignment

Compensation: N/A to 3003.87 (EUR) (MONTHLY)