R&D Engineer — Desalination and New Technologies

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ACCIONA

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Overview

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    ACCIONA doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Work on-site in Barcelona

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 5+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

This job was automatically translated to English,.

The role

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

ACCIONA, in its WATER business, needs to incorporate into its R&D&I Department, within the desalination area, a Chemical or Industrial Engineer for projects in the field of seawater desalination with Reverse Osmosis technologies.

Reporting to the head of the Desalination and New Technologies R&D&I area, you will be responsible for the design, coordination, execution, and monitoring of tasks associated with R&D&I projects in the field of desalination, with the aim of demonstrating the technical feasibility of new processes and configurations.

What you'll do

Functions:

  • Coordination of the project team to ensure the timely and proper execution of the R&D&I project under your responsibility, related to the development of new desalination and water treatment processes.
  • Execution of the technical activities corresponding to the assigned R&D&I project: support for the design of the pilot plant(s), definition of the experimental and analytical plan, execution of experiments, supervision of the results of the pilot plant(s), advanced data analysis, drawing conclusions, preparation of reports and presentations, process simulations/projections with membrane manufacturer software, etc.
  • Technical-economic management of the assigned project: mainly planning, monitoring, and reporting.
  • Contribution to the business transfer of the results of the assigned R&D&I projects and protection of results.
  • Conception of new configurations, processes, and systems, and preparation of the associated proposals for new projects.
  • Conducting technology watch to identify new advances in the desalination area and new technologies, and critical analysis of them.
  • Support to the business to optimize existing proprietary technologies or solve operational problems.
  • Preparation of reports and/or presentations (in Spanish and/or English).

Job Description

The desalination and new technologies R&D&I area currently focuses its activity on 4 pillars, so the assigned project will be on one of the following topics.

  • Desalination through reverse osmosis, especially with the aim of reducing its energy consumption.
  • Treatment and valorization of brines.
  • Desalination pre-treatments.
  • Desalination post-treatments.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Requirements:

  • University degree, preferably a PhD, in a discipline related to the position: chemical or industrial engineering.
  • At least 5 years of experience in a similar position (including PhD/Master's) in pre-treatment processes and seawater desalination using reverse osmosis. Design, operation, and supervision of processes at a demonstrative pilot level.
  • Advanced level of English (C1) that allows both fluent writing and reading as well as comfortably maintaining a technical conversation.
  • Availability for occasional national and international travel.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Microsoft Office package and water treatment process design tools (reverse osmosis, ultrafiltration, etc.).
  • Knowledge of experimental design / data treatment tools (Statgraphics / Minitab) will be positively valued.

Nice to have

The following will be especially valued:

  • Previous experience in externally funded projects (national/European), especially in international and/or multidisciplinary consortia.
  • Experience in seawater desalination using reverse osmosis.
  • Experience in experimental design, advanced data analysis, and critical process evaluation.
  • Experience in the use of design software for reverse osmosis and ultrafiltration from membrane manufacturers.
  • Previous experience in the operation of pilot plants and evaluation of their performance.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

We offer:

  • Joining a professional team, with a good working environment and possibilities for professional development.
  • Participation in R&D&I projects with European and international impact.

Hiring process

3 steps2 interviewsa task to do
  1. Solicita la oferta

  2. Contacto de RR.HH. · With RR.HH.

  3. Pruebas online

    Online test

    Comenzará el proceso de realización de pruebas online de idiomas, razonamiento y comportamientos.

  4. Entrevista por competencias

    With RR.HH.

    En caso de superar las pruebas, RR.HH. se pondrá en contacto contigo para realizar una entrevista por competencias.

  5. Panel de entrevistas

    With a diferentes perfiles clave

    Si superas las competencias requeridas para el puesto, comenzará el panel de entrevistas por parte de diferentes perfiles clave que tomarán la decisión final en consenso.

  6. Oferta · With RR.HH.

  • Nuestros profesionales de Recursos Humanos te acompañarán en cada etapa del proceso y, si estiman que no eres el candidato más adecuado para ese puesto en concreto, lo notificarán en cualquier momento del mismo.
  • El candidato puede tener entrevistas no sólo con responsables de Recursos Humanos, sino también con managers de departamentos y/o miembros de los equipos.
  • Para inscribirte es necesario darte de alta previamente en la base de datos completando tu perfil en el apartado de Ofertas de empleo.

About ACCIONA

ACCIONA is a global leader in sustainable infrastructure, renewable energy, and water management. The company designs and builds roads, bridges, railways, and buildings, develops and operates wind, solar, and hydroelectric plants, and provides water treatment and desalination services. With operations in over 40 countries and a workforce of more than 40,000 employees, ACCIONA is committed to contributing to the fight against climate change through its 'Plan for Sustainable Development 2025'.

Industry
Infrastructure and Energy
Founded
1997
Employees
40,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and 2 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • ACCIONA is headquartered in Madrid, Spain, and has a strong presence across the country, with offices and project sites in various regions.
  • The company offers numerous internship opportunities (becas) in Spain, which can be a great entry point for international students and recent graduates.
  • ACCIONA operates in over 40 countries, providing opportunities for international mobility and career growth.
  • The company is committed to sustainability and innovation, making it an attractive employer for professionals interested in green technologies and infrastructure.
  • Spanish language skills are often required for roles in Spain, but international projects may offer opportunities for English-speaking professionals.

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Additional information

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.

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