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Veolia | North America · 16 hours ago

Engineering Associate

Boston, MA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$60K/yr - $85K/yr

Veolia North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States, providing a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services. The Engineering Associate position is designed for recent graduates to develop expertise through a structured two-year program involving rotations and project-based assignments in various technical and operational roles.

Water

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Execute clearly scoped, medium-complexity project-based assignments with measurable outcomes that provide hands-on experience and contribute lasting value to the business by delivering GreenUp targets

Conduct data analytics, tool development, and process mapping activities at the analyst level, applying technical foundations to support operational and strategic initiatives

Participate in engineering activities-selected projects for O&M support activities

Conduct fieldwork addressing technical equipment issues, perform stakeholder interviews, synthesize insights, and develop problem-solving skills through hands-on initiatives

Participate in selected operations support activities for O&M sites

Participate in periodic site visit learning expeditions to various facilities across Business Units (approximately one visit every other month) to gain broader knowledge of Veolia's operations

Complete a two-week operational rotation working directly with operators to understand day-to-day operations, safety protocols, compliance requirements, technology applications, and customer interfaces

Collaborate with mentors and experienced professionals throughout rotations to support professional development and technical skill acquisition

Engage in knowledge transfer activities and collaboration opportunities with the other rotational program participant to foster cross-business learning and relationship building

Qualification

Data analyticsProcess engineeringTechnical skillsProject management toolsEIT CertificationSafety orientationIntellectual curiosityProblem-solvingTeamworkCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsTime managementAdaptability

Required

This position is for individuals that recently completed their bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, commensurate experience may be considered

Outstanding record of academic achievement would be an asset

Proven record of leadership in work-setting and/or through extra-curricular activities

Strong problem-solving, technical and analytical skills are required. Must be comfortable manipulating complex data, evaluating complex issues and pragmatic structuring and solving ambiguous problems

Ability to work and participate in teams

Capability to drive an independent workstream in the context of a broader team project

Ability to understand operational processes and drive continuous improvement

Able to communicate complex ideas clearly both in written and verbal formats

Intellectual curiosity and drive to succeed

Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to develop rapport and credibility with people at all organizational levels, and form strong relationships, internally with colleagues, and externally with stakeholders

Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced and constantly evolving environment with adaptability and flexibility to transition between roles and teams

Must possess strong time management skills and have a demonstrated ability to work in both team and independent settings

Strong PC skills are essential with high proficiency in MS Office Suite/Google Suite

Strong safety orientation

Valid Driver's license and safe driving record

Preferred

Advanced degree in a related field and/or internship experience in Environmental services or consulting is a plus

Engineer In Training (EIT) Certification or the ability to obtain the EIT in a year from start date is a plus

Familiarity with project management and data visualization tools such as Smartsheet or Tableau a plus

Benefits

Paid time off policies

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Savings accounts

Tuition reimbursement

Paid volunteering

Employer sponsored 401(k) plan

Company

Veolia | North America

For more than 170 years, Veolia has been by the side of cities, industries and communities to help them manage, regenerate and protect their critical resources in the face of environmental challenges.

Founded in 1984

Chicago, Illinois, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://growingblue.com/

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