Mechanical Engineer (m/w/d)

The Innovation Engineer is part of the Innovation Department and is responsible for developing and managing solutions for Ultra-Pure Water (UPW) production and distribution processes . The role connects customer requirements, water treatment technologies, process engineering, and innovation , working closely with R&D, engineering, sales, service, and customers to develop and improve UPW solutions. How you'll make an impact: Define the product strategy and roadmap for UPW process solutions. Identify customer needs, market opportunities, and emerging UPW technologies. Translate customer and market requirements into product and process specifications. Drive the development, validation, launch, and continuous improvement of UPW solutions. Work with customers to understand their UPW processes, challenges, and quality requirements. Evaluate and develop technologies for UPW production, treatment, storage, and distribution. Monitor market trends, competitors, regulations, and new technologies. Support sales with technical information, product training, and customer opportunities. Develop business cases, value propositions, and pricing recommendations. Identify opportunities to improve system efficiency, reliability, water quality, and operating costs. Support digitalization, process monitoring, automation, and optimization initiatives. Manage the product lifecycle from concept through development, launch, improvement, and end-of-life. Technical Knowledge: Ultra-Pure Water production and distribution Water chemistry and UPW quality requirements Process design and optimization Materials and contamination control Process monitoring and automation Energy and water efficiency Semiconductor and other high-purity applications Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field . 5–10 years of experience in water treatment, UPW, process engineering, product management, or a related field. Strong understanding of UPW processes and water chemistry. Experience with technical B2B products and industrial customers. Strong analytical, communication, and commercial skills. Experience working with international, cross-functional teams. Willingness to travel as required. Careers Advancing Ovivo Ultra-Pure Water+ by Ecolab’s Water Technology Solutions Help shape the future of water and technology by joining a team that drives innovation in ultrapure water solutions —critical to industries powering global progress. These careers offer the chance to make an impact that matters solving complex challenges, collaborating across borders, and creating solutions that protect vital resources. If you’re passionate about water circularity, sustainability and technology, explore opportunities where your expertise fuels advancement and your growth is supported. #li-eu