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LotusWorks · Onsite · New Albany, Ohio, United States

LotusWorks is an Engineering Services provider specializing in managing Commissioning, Construction Services, Calibration, Operations & Maintenance scopes of work within global manufacturing facilities. LotusWorks operates globally across EMEA and North America partnering with the world's leading manufacturers across the Semiconductor, Pharmaceutical & Biologics, Medical Device and Data Center sectors. Our team of Engineering and Technical professionals is immersed in cutting-edge technologies and innovations. LotusWorks is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, integral to our people-first approach. 

LotusWorks is seeking an experienced Commissioning Engineer – Waste / UPW (Cx Engineer) to take ultrapure water, wastewater treatment, reclaim, and chemical systems through quality checks, commissioning, and turnover to the Owner on a large-scale semiconductor fab build in New Albany, Ohio.

This role is responsible for overseeing critical process utility systems from field verification through commissioning, start-up, and final turnover. The successful candidate will support quality assurance activities, water quality verification, system readiness reviews, vendor start-up activities, and integrated testing while working closely with contractors, package vendors, and client stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.

Responsibilities:

Quality & Commissioning

  • Execute QA/QC and commissioning inspections on UPW production and distribution systems, industrial wastewater treatment systems (including acid waste neutralization, fluoride waste, and solvent waste treatment), reclaim systems, and chemical distribution systems.
  • Witness pressure testing, flushing, cleaning, and sanitization activities and verify compliance with project specifications, P&IDs, and ASME B31.3 requirements where applicable.
  • Track inspection requests, deficiencies, and system issues through the project issues log to closure.
  • Coordinate directly with trade foremen, subcontractors, and package vendors to identify and resolve commissioning and quality deficiencies.
  • Generate, track, and close punch-list items and compile turnover documentation for Owner acceptance.
  • Execute and document functional testing activities, water quality verification, and commissioning records.
  • Support integrated systems testing and cross-functional commissioning activities involving process utility systems.
  • Support vendor start-up activities, final system turnover, and O&M readiness and handover activities.
  • Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure systems meet project performance, quality, and operational requirements prior to Owner acceptance.

Skills Required:

  • Minimum 1 year of construction site experience, with previous experience supporting commissioning, start-up, QA/QC, or operations activities on water, wastewater, chemical, or process utility systems.
  • Working knowledge of UPW production and distribution systems, industrial wastewater treatment systems, reclaim systems, and chemical utility infrastructure.
  • Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, isometrics, process flow diagrams (PFDs), and system schematics.Familiarity with pressure testing, flushing, cleaning, sanitization, and system turnover requirements, including ASME B31.3 standards.
  • Experience supporting commissioning activities for thermoplastic piping systems (PVDF, PP, HDPE) and/or high-purity stainless-steel piping systems.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Smartsheet; experience with commissioning software and turnover management platforms is an advantage.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and provide clear written status reporting.
  • Commitment to safety culture and willingness to work in both construction and cleanroom environments.
  • Chemical plant, semiconductor UPW/waste treatment, pharmaceutical, power generation, or municipal water treatment commissioning and start-up experience is highly desirable.

Education / Licenses / Certifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred; equivalent trade, field, operations, or commissioning experience will also be considered.
  • Proof of education, licenses, and certifications required where applicable.

Work Schedule

  • Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM (approximately 50 hours per week, including overtime).
  • Occasional weekend work may be required to support critical commissioning, start-up, testing, and turnover activities.

Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance 
  • Life, Short-Term, Long-Term Disability Insurance 
  • Training and Education Assistance 
  • 401k Retirement Plan 
  • Extra Annual Leave with Years of Service 
  • Maternity/Paternity Leave 
  • Recognition Rewards

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LotusWorks is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. 

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About LotusWorks

LotusWorks is an Engineering Services provider specializing in managing Commissioning, Construction Services, Calibration, Operations & Maintenance scopes of work within global manufacturing facilities. LotusWorks operates globally across EMEA and North America partnering with the world's leading manufacturers across the Semiconductor, Pharmaceutical & Biologics, Medical Device and Data Centre sectors. Our team of Engineering and Technical professionals is immersed in cutting-edge technologies and innovations. LotusWorks is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, integral to our people-first approach.

 

LotusWorks is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. 

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