Membrane Process Development Engineer — Water Treatment

Narooma; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

DuPont in Melbourne is seeking a Process Development Engineer to advance MEMCOR membrane and water treatment technologies. The role combines hands‑on pilot plant operation with engineering analysis to drive product development, process optimisation and customer success.

You will work across lab, pilot‑scale and field environments, translating test results into actionable technical recommendations while collaborating with R&D, Manufacturing and Commercial teams and upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Chemical Engineering, Environmental, Process Engineering or related discipline.
• 2+ years engineering experience in water treatment, wastewater treatment or related industrial environments.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute and document pilot‑scale membrane trials and technology validation.
• Support development and optimisation of membrane‑based water treatment processes.
• Operate and troubleshoot pilot facilities and equipment.
• Investigate membrane performance issues and provide corrective actions.
• Collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing, Product Development and Field Service teams.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Environmental/Process Engineering background

Tools

PLC

SCADA

Lab instrumentation

Job description

DuPont in Melbourne is seeking a Process Development Engineer to advance MEMCOR membrane and water treatment technologies. The role combines hands‑on pilot plant operation with engineering analysis to drive product development, process optimisation and customer success.

You will work across lab, pilot‑scale and field environments, translating test results into actionable technical recommendations while collaborating with R&D, Manufacturing and Commercial teams and upholding safety standards.