I&C Project Engineer

Company Description Veolia | Water Tech is part of Veolia, a global leader in environmental services focused on delivering high-performance and sustainable water technology solutions. The company develops advanced water treatment and process solutions that help protect, preserve, and reuse resources for businesses and communities worldwide. With operations across five continents and hundreds of thousands of team members, Veolia works closely with local partners to address environmental challenges through innovative technologies. Its integrated expertise in water, waste, and energy enables concrete solutions that improve public health, industrial competitiveness, and ecological resilience.

Role Description The I&C Project Engineer is a full-time, on-site position based in Garner, NC, responsible for engineering and implementing instrumentation and control solutions for water and wastewater treatment projects. This role includes designing control systems, specifying instrumentation and electrical components, preparing engineering documentation, and supporting project planning and execution. The I&C Project Engineer will coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, vendors, and contractors to ensure systems are correctly installed, tested, and commissioned in alignment with project requirements and industry standards. Day-to-day activities involve developing control strategies, reviewing P&IDs and wiring diagrams, participating in design reviews, troubleshooting system issues, and supporting start-up and optimization of facilities. The role also requires adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory guidelines while maintaining clear communication with project stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess skills in Control Engineering and Control Systems Design for developing, integrating, and optimizing automation solutions.
• Candidates should possess skills in Process Control and Instrumentation for specifying, configuring, and calibrating field devices and implementing control strategies.
• Candidates should possess skills in Electrical Engineering for understanding power distribution, wiring, motor controls, and panel design related to I&C systems.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Control Engineering, Instrumentation, or a related discipline (or equivalent practical experience).
• Experience with PLCs, SCADA systems, and industrial communication protocols in process or utility environments, ideally in water or wastewater treatment.
• Ability to read and develop engineering drawings (P&IDs, loop diagrams, wiring schematics) and prepare technical documentation and reports.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, contractors, and clients.
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards, safety regulations, and best practices in industrial control and instrumentation.