Membrane Process Development Engineer (Pilot & Lab)

1760 DuPont Memcor (Australia) Pty Ltd; Windsor; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Job summary

DuPont is seeking a Process Development Engineer to advance MEMCOR membrane and water treatment technologies. The role blends pilot-scale testing with engineering analysis to generate data that informs product development, process optimisation and customer success.

You will operate pilot facilities, contribute to scale‑up, document results, and work with R&D, Manufacturing and Field Service teams to drive continuous improvement and safety with adherence to EHS standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Process Engineering or related discipline.
• 2+ years engineering experience in water treatment, wastewater treatment, process engineering or related industrial environments.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and within multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Pilot Testing and Technology Validation: plan, execute and document pilot-scale membrane trials; support product validation, cleaning studies, technology qualification and field simulation testing; monitor performance and water quality impacts; generate technical reports and recommendations.
• Process Development and Engineering Support: develop and optimise membrane-based water treatment processes; investigate membrane performance and operational reliability; assist with scale‑up and commercialisation; support troubleshooting of pilot plants and testing systems.
• Pilot Facility Operations: operate, monitor, and maintain pilot equipment; coordinate preparation, commissioning and maintenance; ensure safety and reliability.
• Product Performance Investigations: investigate membrane performance issues and customer enquiries; analyse data to identify root causes and corrective actions.
• Collaboration and Project Support: work with R&D, Manufacturing, Product Development, Commercial and Field Service teams; contribute to project reviews and technology assessments.
• Safety and Compliance: promote safety culture and comply with DuPont EHS requirements and quality systems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

PLC

HMI

SCADA

Industrial instrumentation

Job description

DuPont is seeking a Process Development Engineer to advance MEMCOR membrane and water treatment technologies. The role blends pilot-scale testing with engineering analysis to generate data that informs product development, process optimisation and customer success.

You will operate pilot facilities, contribute to scale‑up, document results, and work with R&D, Manufacturing and Field Service teams to drive continuous improvement and safety with adherence to EHS standards.