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R&D Technician

On-site in Dénia·Full-time·Added 27 days ago

Overview

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On-site, Dénia
Contract
Permanent contract, full-time hours
Education
University degree

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This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Required Education: Chemical Engineering, Degree in Chemistry, Industrial Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Marine Sciences, Master's degree in water-related fields (Hydraulic Engineering, Water Technology, Desalination, Industrial Engineering, Environmental Engineering, etc.).

Required Experience: at least 1 year. Pilot-scale and/or demonstration-scale testing or operation of industrial drinking water treatment or desalination facilities.

Essential Specific Knowledge: operation and maintenance of pilot, demonstration, or industrial water treatment plants, including aspects related to water purification, desalination, and hydraulics.

Availability for occasional travel for technical meetings, pilot operation, and consortium meetings, as well as dissemination of results at communication forums.

Nice to have

Valuable Specific Knowledge: Water purification and desalination processes.

Languages: Spanish and English (valuable but not essential).

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

- Permanent contract.

- Full time.

- Opportunity to develop yourself in an innovative company.

Aqualia is a company committed to equality and work-life balance. We hold the efr (family-responsible company) certificate as well as the DIE (Company Equality Badge).

The selection process guarantees equal opportunities without distinction of race, color, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, culture, disability, or any other condition.

The role

Can you imagine taking part in the transformation of the water sector and developing yourself in an innovative company? At Aqualia, that is our commitment.

We are looking for a researcher, whose main duties will be:

What you'll do

• Optimization of pilot and demonstration plant operations.

• Maintenance and monitoring of critical system equipment.

• Interaction with plant technical and administrative personnel.

• Collection, monitoring, and analysis of laboratory samples. Analytical follow-up.

• Critical analysis of results, deep process knowledge, proposal of improvements, and preparation of reports.

• Occasional support in the preparation of orders, specification of purchases, and communication with suppliers, as well as external procurement and assembly.

About FCC Medio Ambiente

FCC Medio Ambiente is a Spanish environmental services company specializing in comprehensive waste management, street cleaning, and facility maintenance. The company operates across the full waste cycle, from collection and treatment to recycling and disposal, serving both municipal and industrial clients. With a strong presence across Spain, FCC Medio Ambiente is a key player in the country's environmental infrastructure, managing contracts for numerous city councils and regional governments.

As a Spanish-founded company, FCC Medio Ambiente offers international professionals the opportunity to work in a stable, established environmental sector within Spain. The company's work culture is rooted in the Spanish business environment, and roles often require interaction with local public administrations. For international hires, this provides a chance to gain deep experience in the Spanish environmental and engineering sectors, with the potential for long-term career development in a company that is a leader in its field in the country.

Industry
Environmental Services
Founded
1992
Employees
5,000–10,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid
Website
fccma.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • FCC Medio Ambiente is a subsidiary of FCC Group, a major Spanish infrastructure and services conglomerate, offering stability and long-term career prospects.
  • The company's work is primarily in the public sector, with contracts from Spanish municipalities, providing a stable and predictable business environment.
  • While Spanish language skills are not always a strict requirement, they are highly beneficial for integration and career progression within the company.
  • The company is a leader in its niche in Spain, offering international professionals the chance to work on large-scale environmental projects.
  • As a Spanish company, it offers a direct route to understanding and working within the Spanish business and administrative culture.
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