The Sensor Technology Group, part of Ecolab’s Global Sensors and Equipment Group, has an opening for a Lead Sensor Engineer focused on new sensor development and sensor technology leadership. The successful candidate must have a background in Experimental Physics or related field (see below) and an advanced understanding of the full life cycle of a sensor - from ideation to prototype to final design and test including the characterization of novel sensors and control systems. In addition, a demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional projects are required including the ability to clearly define goals and requirements. The Lead Sensor Engineer will work in teams with associates across Ecolab RD&E to solve difficult problems to provide Sensor solutions for our customers and must support research and development, manufacturing, intellectual property, and regulatory efforts. Strong communicators with a results orientation and a background in Experimental Physics or developing Analytical Equipment are encouraged to apply.
What’s in it for you:
Ecolab is the world’s leader in water, hygiene and energy technologies and services that protect people and vital resources. With 2018 sales of almost $14 billion and 47,000 associates, Ecolab’s products and services touch people every day in nearly every corner of the world. We are dedicated to helping our customers achieve their goals by working together to tackle the world’s most pressing and complex challenges – clean water, safe food, abundant energy, and healthy environments.
Innovation is a cornerstone of Ecolab’s growth. As part of our global Research, Development & Engineering team, you will be inspired by our purpose, to the make the world cleaner, safer and healthier. Join our team of over 1,600 innovators dedicated to helping our customers meet their goals through innovative and effective science, technology, service, and insights. Together, we deploy unlimited resourcefulness to help businesses thrive and ensure the availability of the world’s most precious natural resources for future generations.
You will work in a collaborative, customer-focused environment where your voice matters, your contributions are rewarded, and you can make an impact.
It’s time your talents took off – join our team and experience more!
What you will do:
Understand and assess sensor needs and requirements from the businesses and recommend, use, and/or develop sensor solutions to meet customer needs
Adapt and integrate commercially available sensor technologies for Ecolab applications
Develop sensing solutions to meet Ecolab’s product requirements and customer needs
Research and demonstrate the feasibility of new technologies to meet sensor needs
Determine the quickest way to build and test prototypes in the lab and field environments, “maker” mindset, to quickly assess feasibility
Lead and Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand needs and to develop new sensor-enabled products
Document and publish research results, both written and through presentations and demonstrations
Propose and develop platform sensing technologies which can be adapted to solve multiple problems for Ecolab’s businesses
Minimum Qualifications:
MS in Applied or Experimental Physics, Physical or Analytical Chemistry, Electrical Engineering or related field and 4+ years of post-graduate work experience in Research and Development
Experience working both independently and in a team environment
Experience in defining, implementing, characterizing, and leading end-to-end sensing systems development or analytical instrumentation development
Experience developing performance metrics for the evaluation of sensor systems
Experience developing market driven, multidisciplinary based sensors: Optical, Opto-electronic, Electro-chemical, Electro-mechanical, Biological, Acoustic and/or Complex Analog and Digital Signal Processing
Experience with innovative and creative solution generation that have been reduced to practice and launched to the field
Experience managing a wide range of and concurrent technical projects and getting agreement on and managing priorities
Demonstrated experience to learn new areas and applications
Immigration sponsorship not available for this role
Preferred Qualifications:
PhD in Applied or Experimental Physics, Physical or Analytical Chemistry, Electrical Engineering or related field and 10+ years of post-graduate work experience
Ability to develop Software and design electrical boards for prototyping new sensor technologies
Cross-functional team leadership or demonstrated ability to manage teams
Project management experience
Problem-solving skills and familiarity with problem-solving
Excellent technical writing and verbal communication skills and ability to present results clearly and concisely to variety of audiences
Ability to understand Nalco Water and Ecolab applications and develop appropriate characterization tools to be able to get to the heart of problems
Knowledge of emerging sensor technology trends and the field of data analytics
Annual or Hourly Compensation Range
The base salary range for this position is $104,700.00 - $157,100.00. This position is eligible for annual bonus pay based on performance, per plan terms. Many factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation, such as experience, education, training, geography, etc. We comply with all minimum wage and overtime laws.Benefits
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Potential Customer Requirements Notice
To meet customer requirements and comply with local or state regulations, applicants for certain customer-facing roles may need to:
- Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.
- Be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster if eligible, unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.
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At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.
In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA). Our goal is to fully utilize minority, female, disabled and covered veteran individuals at all levels of the workforce. Ecolab is a place where you can grow your career, own your future and impact what matters.
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