Project Chemist at Veolia Environnement SA

Ashland, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Chemical Testing, Biological Testing, Sampling Protocols, Chemistry, Biology, Microbiology, Mathematics, Analytical Laboratory, Wet Chemistry, ICP, ICP/MS, UV/VIS, TOC, GC/MS, Troubleshooting, Data Quality

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Company Description Veolia Group is a global leader in environmental services, operating across all five continents with nearly 218,000 employees. Specializing in water, energy, and waste management, Veolia Group designs and implements innovative solutions for decarbonization, depollution, and resource regeneration, supporting communities and industries in their ecological transformation. Within this framework, Veolia's Water Technology Business brings together a dedicated team of experienced professionals committed to tackling the world’s most complex challenges related to water scarcity, quality, productivity, and energy. Together, we pursue a shared mission to create a more sustainable future. Job Description Veolia is looking for a Project Chemist to become part of our Applications Development Center (ADC) team in Ashland, VA. The ideal candidate will deliver laboratory support through both functional and technical contributions, which include conducting chemical and biological testing, performing research in laboratory and field environments, designing and implementing sampling and testing protocols, and applying expertise in chemistry, biology, microbiology, and mathematics within an analytical laboratory environment. The role requires adherence to standard good laboratory practices, QA/QC protocols, and relevant industry standards while collecting and analyzing water, wastewater, and industrial process water samples under various environmental testing conditions. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for performing basic and instrumental laboratory analyses as associated with water and wastewater treatment; Perform physical and chemical analyses of water and wastewater samples according to documented requirements and in accordance with established in-house and EPA procedures; Wet chemistry analyses including colorimetric, titrations, gravimetric, and microbial analysis; A minimum of 5 years operating ICP and ICP/MS; Experience with instrumental analyses via UV/VIS, TOC, GC, GC/MS, IC, Lachat Flow Analyzer, and AFS; Perform, troubleshoot, and maintain proper maintenance and calibration procedures for analytical instrumentation; Provide analytical support for commercial business groups including sales & marketing and research & development; Assist in the preparation and writing of technical papers and reports; Maintain all laboratory operations in accordance with the quality assurance and chemical hygiene plan including maintenance and equipment logs; Prepare, support, and assist in the writing of technical papers and reports; Accountable for data quality & timeliness of work; Adheres to all Veolia Water Tech’s twelve lifesaving rules, EHS safety requirements and procedures. Qualifications BASIC REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree in chemistry preferred; chemical engineering, biology, or environmental science acceptable; Five years plus experience in a process chemistry or environmental laboratory setting; water and wastewater treatment experience preferred; Technical understanding & working knowledge of applicable instrumentation &; Standard EPA methodologies related to water and wastewater treatment. OTHER USEFUL SKILLSETS Proficiency in both verbal and written communication, inclusive working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google platform tools Ability to communicate clearly Planning & organization skills Strong Troubleshooting skills Strong Team orientation Self-motivated & creative Ability to communicate clearly Ability to stand up to 8 hours, bend, stoop, reach, twist, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the day Ability to lift up to 70lbs Additional Information At Veolia, we realize diverse teams make smarter decisions, deliver better results, and build stronger communities. We’re an organization that champions diversity and inclusion at every rung of the ladder and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Because our people are our greatest assets, we also offer competitive compensation and benefits that include: ● Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Starting Day 1! ● Life Insurance ● Paid Time Off ● Paid Holidays ● Parental Leave ● 401(k) Plan - 3% default contribution plus matching! ● Flexible Spending & Health Saving Accounts ● AD&D Insurance ● Disability Insurance ● Tuition Reimbursement Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. ****Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately; employer will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work authorization (e.g. H-1B visa) for this opportunity**** Veolia does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiting firms. All vendors must have a current and fully executed MSA on file before submitting candidates. Any unsolicited resumes and candidate profiles will be deemed the property of Veolia, and no fee will be due. As an inclusive company, Veolia is committed to diversity and gives equal consideration to all applications, without discrimination. Contract type: Standard

Responsibilities

The Project Chemist is primarily responsible for performing basic and instrumental laboratory analyses related to water and wastewater treatment, including wet chemistry and microbial analysis according to EPA procedures. This role also involves providing analytical support to commercial business groups and maintaining laboratory operations in compliance with quality assurance and safety plans.