Company Description KUBOTA Water and Environment U.S.A. (KWU), a division of Kubota Corporation’s Water and Environment segment, manufactures and sells advanced wastewater treatment equipment and membrane bioreactor (MBR) solutions. Guided by the promise “For Earth, For Life,” KWU focuses on supporting a prosperous human life while protecting the environment through superior products, technologies, and services. The company addresses global challenges in food, water, and the environment by delivering solutions that enable stable food production, reliable water supply and restoration, and comfortable living conditions. Since introducing its membrane bioreactor technology to North America in 2001, KWU has become a premier provider of high-level water treatment, with over 400 successful installations producing effluent suitable for sensitive aquatic environments. The team is dedicated to helping communities and customers meet demanding water treatment requirements with innovative, sustainable solutions.

Application Engineer

Location: Hybrid in our Bothell, WA Office OR Remote – United States
Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt Position
Reports To: Manager, Application Engineers
Industry: Water, Wastewater, and Environmental Services
Status: Open until Filled

Job Summary

We are seeking an Application Engineer to support the design, development, and proposal of advanced wastewater treatment solutions utilizing Kubota’s industry-leading Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) technology. This position is an excellent opportunity for an engineering professional who is passionate about sustainable infrastructure, water reuse, and innovative treatment technologies.

The Application Engineer serves as a technical expert responsible for pre-sales engineering, process design, cost estimation, and proposal development for municipal and industrial wastewater treatment projects. Working closely with the Application Engineering Manager, Regional Sales Managers, consulting engineers, and project stakeholders, this role develops treatment system designs, prepares technical and commercial proposals, and provides engineering support throughout the sales process.

Responsibilities

Develop MBR system designs including biological treatment process design, equipment sizing and selection, membrane treatment design, and basic civil engineering layouts.
Independently prepare budgetary and firm-price proposals for MBR system supply based on project requirements and bid specifications.
Coordinate with the Lead AE, AE Manager, and Regional Sales Managers to prioritize projects, establish expectations, and deliver engineering support on schedule.
Create BioWin biological process models, Process & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs), layout drawings, and other technical documents to support consulting engineers and project stakeholders.
Communicate with vendors, subcontractors, consulting engineers, wastewater treatment plant operators, and owners to develop treatment plant designs and project documentation.
Attend client meetings, industry conferences, and trade shows to support business development and maintain customer relationships.
Travel up to 10% as required to support project activities, customer meetings, and industry events.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Chemical, or Civil Engineering, or a closely related field; or
Minimum of two (2) years of professional experience directly related to wastewater treatment process engineering.
Experience with BioWin, AutoCAD, MS Office suites, other important office software skills preferred.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree or higher in Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field.
Five (5) or more years of professional experience in wastewater treatment process engineering.
Demonstrated expertise in biological wastewater treatment processes, including a strong understanding of membrane bioreactor (MBR) technology, process modeling, design principles, and treatment plant operations.
Highly proficient in the application of BioWin and other process modeling tools to analyze, optimize, and troubleshoot biological treatment systems.
Experience supporting the design and implementation of municipal or industrial wastewater treatment facilities.
Strong technical communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with consulting engineers, owners, operators, contractors, and project teams.

Salary

Final compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including a candidate's education, skills, experience, training, industry knowledge, licensure and certifications, internal equity, and geographic market considerations. The anticipated base salary range for this position is $94,500 - $120,000. Compensation above the midpoint is typically reserved for candidates who meet or exceed the preferred qualifications and experience requirements for the role. The selected candidate will be eligible to receive discretionary annual bonus.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package
Retirement plan with company match
Generous paid time off and company holidays
Professional Development and Career Growth Opportunities
Work-life Balance

Kubota Water and Environment USA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer

Kubota Water and Environment USA is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should fill out our online application.

https://www.kubota-membrane.com/page/application-engineer-1

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