Field Engineer (water treatment)

As a Field Engineer at Oxyle, your primary responsibilities include executing trial and maintenance operations for our water treatment processes, coordinating on-site activities with local partners, and providing hands-on support for the installation and operation of our cutting-edge water treatment systems. You'll be focusing on tasks like setting up containers, making electric connections, performing maintenance, and troubleshooting equipment.

To qualify for the Field Engineer position at Oxyle, candidates should have a technical background, ideally with an apprenticeship or EFZ, combined with over 5 years of relevant professional experience in an industrial environment. Proficiency in English is mandatory, while additional languages such as German or French are advantageous. Experience in commissioning and maintenance roles is highly desirable.

Field Engineers at Oxyle can expect to travel up to 40% of the time, primarily within Switzerland, Germany, and the BENELUX region. Being flexible with travel is essential as you'll be delivering on-site solutions and support, ensuring that our innovative water treatment technologies are applied effectively at various customer sites.

At Oxyle, Field Engineers will find a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and non-hierarchical work environment. The team is passionate about making sustainable impacts, and the workplace encourages open communication, prioritizing individual contributions and diverse backgrounds. You'll have opportunities to engage with senior management and take part in team-building activities throughout the year.

Oxyle is committed to fostering the growth of its employees, including Field Engineers. The company offers valuable opportunities to develop soft skills, receive feedback from firsthand experiences, and cultivate a customer-focused mindset. The open work culture allows you to contribute your ideas and insights towards product development and operational improvements.

Highlight specific instances where you've successfully commissioned new systems or conducted maintenance. Discuss the intricacies of the equipment you've worked with, and provide examples of how you solved challenges during these processes.

You should explain your systematic approach to task prioritization. Consider mentioning techniques like creating a to-do list, assessing urgency vs. importance, and how you coordinate with team members to ensure smooth operations.

Discuss your problem-solving process. Emphasize the importance of staying calm, conducting a thorough assessment of the issue, and using established troubleshooting methods to get the system back on line swiftly.

Talk about your commitment to safety protocols and regulations. Provide examples of safety training you've undergone, how you communicate safety practices with your team, and any experience you have in managing risk assessments.

Outline your interpersonal skills and communication strategies that helped you build rapport with clients. Share a specific example that illustrates how you effectively collaborated to achieve project goals.

Reflect on your personal or professional motivations for being in the water treatment field. Discuss how being part of a team focused on sustainable practices excites you and drives your commitment to your work.

Share your strategies for continuous learning, such as attending training sessions, engaging with industry resources, or networking with peers. Highlight a recent technology you adapted to and how it improved your work.

Discuss any leadership experience you may have, even in informal settings. Emphasize your ability to motivate team members, delegate tasks, and how your leadership style aligns with Oxyle’s collaborative culture.

Choose a specific project and detail the challenges faced, your thought process for addressing them, and the ultimate outcome. Highlight teamwork, innovative solutions, and lessons learned.

Speak to your unique skills, experiences, and drive for success. Illustrate how your background in fluid handling and commitment to quality will contribute to Oxyle's mission of creating sustainable water treatment solutions.