Wastewater Mechanical Engineer

Requisition Number: 68645

 

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Corning’s businesses are ever evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets. We are changing the world with: 

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences 
• Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation 

 

Purpose of the Position:

This role is essential for maintaining reliable, safe, and energy-efficient wastewater systems that align with the facility's objectives and operational goals. The Wastewater Treatment Engineer will oversee and optimize wastewater systems to ensure compliance with stringent environmental regulations while supporting seamless manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will bring advanced mechanical aptitude, strong environmental expertise, and relevant certifications to drive system performance and sustainability.

 

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain wastewater treatment systems to meet semiconductor production standards.
• Design and optimize treatment processes for efficiency and compliance.
• Analyze plant performance data to identify and implement improvements.
• Collaborate with production and compliance teams to integrate wastewater processes seamlessly.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal environmental regulations.
• Optimize processes for pollutant removal, solids separation, disinfection, and cost efficiency.
• Conduct regulatory assessments to mitigate compliance risks.
• Develop and maintain SOPs for consistent plant operations.
• Troubleshoot technical issues using advanced mechanical skills.
• Implement chemical and biological treatment methods for pollutant removal and BOD/COD reduction.
• Manage technology upgrades and system improvements.
• Provide training to operators, promoting safety and efficiency.
• Prepare and present plant performance reports to management.

 

Work Hours:

• Monday – Friday, 8am–5pm; occasional off-hours support for 24/7 plant operations.

 

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Chemical, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years in wastewater engineering, preferably with industrial or semiconductor systems.
• Advanced mechanical aptitude and expertise in wastewater plant operations.
• Strong knowledge of environmental regulations and best practices.
• Relevant wastewater treatment or environmental engineering certifications preferred.
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