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60 Ecolab Jobs Hiring in Chicago, IL

Nalco Water, an Ecolab Company, is seeking an Operations Effectiveness Coordinator to join our industry leading sales team within our Manufacturing division . This role will play a key role in ...

Join Ecolab's team and help create a world in which we all thrive. Nalco Water, an Ecolab Company, is seeking to fill an Inventory Cycle Counter role in our manufacturing facility located in Bedford ...

Chemist

Naperville, IL · On-site

$66.10K - $99.20K/yr

Nalco Water, an Ecolab Company, has an opening for a Chemist to perform inorganic analyses of a variety of materials in the Deposit Analysis group. The ideal candidate will collaborate with teammates ...

Ecolab, the leading global developer of premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional and industrial markets is seeking a Pipefitter ! This ...

Ecolab, the global leader in premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional andindustrial marketsis seeking a Fabrication Specialist . This role ...

Ecolab, the leading global developer of premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional and industrial markets is seeking a Pipefitter !This role ...

Pipefitter

Glenwood, IL · On-site

$30/hr

Ecolab, the leading global developer of premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional and industrial markets is seeking a Pipefitter !This role ...

Ecolab, the global leader in premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional and industrial markets is seeking a Fabrication Specialist . This ...

You will partner closely with Application Research, Marketing, and Supply Chain to support Ecolab's global new product pipeline launches. You will help evaluate and improve processes to strengthen ...

Ecolab, the leading global developer of premium cleaning, sanitizing and maintenance products and services for the hospitality, institutional and industrial markets is seeking a Pipefitter !This role ...

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Ecolab Jobs Information

What is it like to work at Ecolab?

Ecolab is a company that prioritizes innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction, fostering a culture that values collaboration and continuous improvement. The company's global presence and diverse range of products and services create a dynamic work environment where employees can work on various projects, from water treatment and energy management to food safety and hygiene. Working at Ecolab may appeal to candidates who are passionate about making a positive impact on the environment and are interested in a company that offers opportunities for professional growth and development in a global organization.

Do workers at Ecolab get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
80% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 87 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Does Ecolab pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
81% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 101 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

At Ecolab, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
45% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 102 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Is the health insurance from Ecolab affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
91% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 95 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Ecolab?

Most people get paid time off work.
98% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 108 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 71% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 11% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 3% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 14% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do workers at Ecolab worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
81% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 67 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do Ecolab workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
56% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between November 2024 and May 2026.

How easy is it for Ecolab workers to change shifts?

Most people find it easy to change shifts.
75% of people report that it’s easy to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 52 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and April 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Ecolab?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
77% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 99 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do Ecolab managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
88% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 69 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do workers at Ecolab do extra work that they don't get paid for?

Rarely. Most people don’t do unpaid extra work.
75% of people report that they don’t do extra unpaid work.
Based on data from 67 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Ecolab?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
84% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 107 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Is working at Ecolab good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
70% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Ecolab feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
86% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 93 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Ecolab get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
77% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 93 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Ecolab?

Most people feel stressed out here.
68% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 106 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Ecolab enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
73% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 85 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Ecolab recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
39% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 111 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Ecolab?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
35% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 105 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Ecolab?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 38% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 94 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do people think Ecolab’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
81% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 101 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Ecolab is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
69% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 99 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.
Infographic showing various job openings at Ecolab in Chicago, IL as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 94% Physical, and 6% Remote job distribution.
Senior Mechanical Engineer - Reliability and Quality - Data Center Hardware

Senior Mechanical Engineer - Reliability and Quality - Data Center Hardware

Ecolab

Naperville, IL

$85.90K - $128.90K/yr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago


Ecolab rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 189 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

53rd of 88 rated chemical manufacturers


Job description

Nalco Water, an Ecolab Company, is seeking a talented engineer with expertise in mechanical engineering, hardware design and testing to join the Global High Tech R&D team located in Naperville, IL as a Senior Mechanical Engineer. The GHT team supports Ecolab's Data Centers, Microelectronics, and Colloidal Technologies segments. This role will support hardware design and development innovation projects for our Data Center portfolio, communicate regularly with the field/customers/business leaders, design/test/implement new hardware design, and ensure a robust pipeline for new products and platforms that help our customers solve complex hardware problems.

What you will do:

  • Support projects that deliver unique data center hardware solutions

  • Improve design and testing of data center hardware systems (i.e Cooling distribution units (CDU) and other hardware systems in direct to chip cooling applications)

  • Design, test and validate data center hardware systems ensuring compliance with reliability, acoustics, power and thermals.

  • Design and develop new technologies in data centers.

  • Develop solutions to complex research problems requiring creativity and ingenuity.

  • Collaborate with a diverse, cross-functional team of sales leaders, researchers, industry technical consultants, functional business partners, and OEM partners to develop new ideas that solve difficult problems related to water usage and energy efficiency in Data Centers.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Degree or Advanced degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline. BS Degree and 2 years of related experience or MS degree and 1 year of related experience.

  • Experience in mechanical engineering for equipment design.

  • Experience in 3D CAD (Solidworks, Creo, etc..) and FEA tools.

  • Experience in hands on mechanical design, DFM (Design for Manufacturing) and validation skills.

  • Experience in tolerance and structural analysis, materials science, manufacturing processes (injection molding, etc..) and industry standards.

  • Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse project team.

  • Strong analytical and problem solving.

  • Immigration sponsorship not available for this role.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of cooling technologies, cold plates, and cooling distribution units.

  • Experience with electronics cooling, heat transfer, fluid dynamics and thermal control systems for data center hardware applications.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

  • Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

  • Knowledge of customer requirements, industry standards, and regulations related to cooling distribution units.

Annual or Hourly Compensation Range

The pay range for this position is $85,900.00 - $128,900.00. 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

Ecolab strives to provide comprehensive and market-competitive benefits to meet the needs of our associates and their families.Click here to see our benefits.

If you are viewing this posting on a site other than our Ecolab Career website, view our benefits at jobs.ecolab.com/working-here.

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.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Ecolab will provide reasonable accommodation (such as a qualified sign language interpreter or other personal assistance) with our application process upon request as required to comply with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require accommodation assistance in this application process, please visit the Recruiting Support link in the footer of each page of our career website.


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About Ecolab

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Ecolab is a global sustainability leader offering water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services that protect people and the resources vital to life.

Industry

Manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Saint Paul, MN, US

Year founded

1923