Opportunity Lead R&D Water & Waste
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- 10 to 15 Yrs
- Kanchipuram
- 11 months ago
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- Water & Effluent Treatment (WET-IC) business of L&T Construction takes pride in offering complete water solution while quenching thirst and providing safe drinking water for millions of people. WET IC is the leader in building comprehensive infrastructure solutions including design, detailed engineering, procurement, project management and execution that cover - urban & rural water supply, - water treatment plants, - smart water management / Non-Revenue Water, - industrial water supply and treatment plants for recycling / re-use, - wastewater treatment and network, - sludge management, - lift irrigation projects, - desalination plants, - utility infrastructure for developing greenfield and brownfield smart cities A fiscally sound approach to projects, proven project management skills, regionwide operational presence and experience & expertise of over eight decades, have made L&T WET IC as the leader both in India and other parts of the world. L&T WET ICs Water Technology Center (WTC) is the state-of-the art facility for cutting-edge research in Water industry at Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu. The facility is equipped with R&D labs, digital center and knowledge hub. Sophisticated analytical labs, labs for system prototyping and a separate piloting facility uniquely positions WTC to undertake and solve critical research problems which are of concerns to both society and industry. The facility is also equipped to get real-time data across the customer base to monitor and control customers asset online. The knowledge hub is a novel platform designed to promote seamless interaction between WTC and best of the academic and research institutions across the globe. With the vision of L&Ts leadership to spearhead the research, WTC is well equipped to connect, technovate and transform water practices. The JD below is for the position desalination focusing specifically on membrane-based solutions and sea water. Job Summary We are looking for an accomplished R&D professional with a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering to play a pivotal role as Lead R&D Engineer in advancing our water and wastewater treatment technologies. The candidate must possess an in-depth understanding of water and wastewater chemistry, including the complex interactions of various contaminants and treatment mechanisms. A comprehensive awareness of both conventional and emerging technologies in the water sectorsuch as chemical, physical, physico-chemical, electrochemical, adsorption, thermal, and separation processesis essential. This role requires expertise in analyzing and connecting laboratory-scale results to real-world applications, with a particular focus on scaling up processes from lab to pilot scale and eventual field deployment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in transitioning research concepts into scalable solutions, addressing challenges that arise during scale-up, and optimizing processes for large-scale implementation. They will collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams of scientists and engineers, providing insights into practical requirements, challenges, and enhancements needed for successful deployment of technologies being investigated. Strong problem-solving skills, a research-driven mindset, and the ability to bridge scientific investigation with practical applications are crucial. The candidate will be expected to mentor team members, foster innovation, and drive projects that deliver impactful, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions in water and wastewater treatment. Responsibilities 1. Problem-Solving Expertise: The candidate must demonstrate exceptional problem-solving skills with a proven track record of successfully deploying solutions from lab-scale to real-world field applications. 2. Fundamental Process Knowledge: The candidate must possess a strong foundational understanding of at least two areas which include water and wastewater chemistry, physico-chemical processes, membrane-based separations, thermal systems, biological processes, and electrochemical processes. 3. Techno-Economic Analysis and Benchmarking: The candidate should be proficient in evaluating the techno-economic feasibility of solutions and conducting comprehensive technology benchmarking to ensure optimal performance and cost-effectiveness. 4. Process Intensification Expertise: The candidate must have a deep understanding of process intensification techniques and innovative methodologies to reduce key parameters such as footprint, energy consumption, chemical usage, and to drive performance improvements. 5. Knowledge of Water Technologies: The candidate should have a broad and up-to-date understanding of both existing and emerging water and wastewater technologies in the market, with an ability to evaluate and integrate them effectively. Education: PhD in Chemical engineering Experience: 10 to 15 years of experience in Industry Expectations: Fluent communication skills, excellent presentation skills, deep expertise in desal system design, operation and research, good leadership skills and analytical skills Publication: Candidate must have at least 5 publications in peer reviewed journals with high IFs. Patents as a lead or co-inventor or at least one chapter in a book as a lead or co-author will be considered as additional indicators Good to have: Programming skills, process monitoring skills, abilities to manage a team and exposure to statistical methods of data analysis, DoE, parameter estimation methods etc. Exposure to programming languages like Python, R, Matlab etc. considered to be valuable Posting: Water Technology Center, Kanchipuram, Tamil Nadu,
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Employement Type: Full timeIndustry: Engineering / ConstructionRole Category: Not SpecifiedFunctional Area: Not SpecifiedRole/Responsibilies: Opportunity Lead R&D Water & WasteContact Details:
Company: Larsen & ToubroLocation(s): Kanchipuram+ View Contact
Keyskills: Chemical Engineering Process Intensification Water
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