System Engineer Jobs

The Systems Engineer primary role is to operate, test, fix, and retrofit waterflow and sensor systems. The engineer will be trained to operate various equipment and must be a great learner, very comfortable hands-on working on physical mechanical and electrical systems, and a great team player that loves to get things done. This position requires lab-scale and pilot-scale system operation skills and willingness to learn. Experience with water treatment systems is a major plus, but not required. Experience with acoustics is a plus.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate machinery and systems, collect data, take measurements using sensors and instruments.

• Be able to clearly communicate issues and identify potential solutions.

• Design, build, assemble, and troubleshoot laboratory- and pilot-scale hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems and processes.

• Follow methods and procedures in order to collect data from system. Trend analysis with MS Excel

• Maintain a safe working environment and follow all safety guidelines.

• Attend and actively contribute at meetings for continuous improvement of process and equipment.

• Summarize and communicate experimental results, both orally and in writing.

• Operate and maintain pilot scale systems at test sites once trained.

• Utilize and update project and task management system (Monday.com) with progress updates.
• Manage and/or update inventory, receive packages/deliveries, and wrap and send packages.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Education – Engineering degree (chemical, mechanical, or electrical) technical college in mechanical technician, electrical technician, or water treatment operator work.

• Years of Experience – 1-3 years of hands-on experience is preferred, but not necessary if the other requirements are met. Field water/wastewater treatment systems experience is a positive, but not required.

• Familiarity and experience with building things, operating/fixing machines and equipment is required.

• Experience with process control and automation.

• Experience and familiarity with electrical engineering and ME/EE integration important.
• Highly proficient, quick, and capable learner that can be easily trained and coached – picks up new skills easily.
• Experience making precise engineering measurements.

• Once trained, works independently under general supervision.

• Willingness to travel within the U.S. to conduct onsite testing.

• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.

• Adaptive and nimble; comfortable in a fast-moving startup environment.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
• Results-oriented, gets the job done and on time.
• Strong appetite for innovation, experimentation, creativity, and problem solving.
• Proficient in different digital and management tools like Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Monday.com.

Pure Blue Tech is a membrane and water treatment technology company with the mission of reducing the cost of treating and reusing water. The startup was founded to develop and commercialize patented fouling reduction technologies for industrial and municipal applications. These technologies will increase membrane filtration productivity, enhance efficiency, and reduce cleaning and maintenance. The company and its founder have been awarded multiple awards from organizations including U.S. EPA, U.S. Army, University of Washington, Forbes, and High Country News.