Process Engineer

Osmoflo; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Membrane tech exposure

Career development

Collaborative culture

Discounts via FLARE program

Staff referral program

Bonus & incentives

Job summary

Osmoflo is seeking a Process Engineer for its Innovations team in South Australia. You will work on process engineering, R&D and innovation projects focused on water treatment technology, collaborating across Sales, Projects and Operations to deliver practical, fit-for-purpose solutions.

You’ll contribute to PFDs/P&IDs, technical reports, and field assignments, with exposure to advanced membrane water treatment and desalination processes. The role supports career development within Osmoflo.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in Chemical Engineering and water treatment knowledge.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in the water sector, preferably membrane water treatment and desalination.
• Experience in detailed process engineering design and equipment coordination.
• Understanding of Australian Standards, ASME, ANSI and API.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering calculations and develop mass balance models.
• Prepare and maintain PFDs and P&IDs.
• Develop functional descriptions and control narratives.
• Prepare technical reports and O&M documentation.
• Produce high-quality technical material and present at industry events.
• Collaborate with Sales, Projects and Operations to strengthen technical capability.
• Support design, costing and proposals for new technology development.
• Engage with clients and partners to advance projects.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

Are you a Process Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, exploring new ideas and turning innovative concepts into practical engineering solutions? Osmoflo is seeking a Process Engineer to join our Innovations team at our Burton office in South Australia.

This is an opportunity to work in the research & development field, at the intersection of process engineering, innovation and water treatment technology , undertaking technical investigations and developing efficient, fit-for-purpose and commercially competitive process solutions. You’ll work closely with experienced engineers and collaborate across Sales, Projects and Operations to help strengthen Osmoflo’s technical capability.

About the Role

As Process Engineer in our Innovations department, you’ll undertake detailed engineering and technical investigations while contributing to the development of new ideas, equipment and solutions for Osmoflo’s products and services.

Your responsibilities will include:

Core Process Engineering tasks

including:

• Performing engineering calculations and developing mass balance models.
• Preparing and maintaining Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Developing functional descriptions and control narratives.
• Preparing technical reports and operation and maintenance documentation.
• Being comfortable preparing high-quality technical material, contributing to publications, presenting at industry or research conferences, and representing Osmoflo credibly with external stakeholders.

Research, Development & Innovations tasks

including:

• Identifying and developing ideas that advance Osmoflo’s capability as technology leader in the industry.
• Undertaking detailed technical investigations and process design for innovative processes.
• Undertaking field-based assignments, on roster, potentially for extended periods testing / proving / troubleshooting technology at client’s sites.
• Investigating and performance testing new technology, equipment and innovative process solutions for integration into Osmoflo’s products and services.
• Collaborating with Osmoflo teams locally, interstate and internationally, including R&D counterparts within our shareholder Kanadevia.

Company support tasks

including:

• Contributing to continuous improvement, lessons learned and the development of new processes, products and services.
• Supporting Sales and Proposals with design & technical documentation and costing, focussed on new technology development.
• Supporting and collaborating Business Development activities via engagement with clients, water utilities, industry partners, universities and research organisations. .
• Providing detailed & highly technical troubleshooting advice to Commissioning, Operations and Maintenance teams.

What You’ll Bring

You’ll be a technically capable engineer who enjoys investigating problems, developing practical solutions and working collaboratively with people across different disciplines. The position description calls for:

Experience, knowledge, technical skills

• Degree qualification in Chemical Engineering, with detailed understanding of the chemistry of water treatment process solutions.
• 2–5 years' relevant experience , including technical and/or operational experience within the water sector, preferably membrane water treatment and desalination.
• Experience in detailed process engineering design and the selection and coordination of water and/or wastewater equipment.
• Understanding of technical standards including Australian Standards, ASME, ANSI and API.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, High attention to detail.

Remote Work Requirement

• Willingness to travel, including to remote sites as required.
• Up to 30% of this role can be site based remote assignments.

Interpersonal skills

• Establishing trust, relationship building and stakeholder engagement.
• Adaptability to different personalities and working styles, ability to influence and gain cooperation.
• Integrity, humility, responsibility, accountability.

Highly Regarded

• Demonstrated proficiency in core process engineering tasks.
• Demonstrated field experience within either Site Operations, Commissioning, Troubleshooting.
• Demonstrated collaboration, teamwork & leadership skills.
• PhD or equivalent postgraduate research experience.

Why Osmoflo?

At Osmoflo, innovation isn't simply about having new ideas. It's about applying engineering expertise to create practical solutions and continuously improve how we work. You'll enjoy:

• Exposure to advanced membrane water treatment and desalination technology.
• A role with genuine influence over safety, plant performance and client outcomes.
• Career development opportunities within Australia's leading water treatment company.
• A collaborative culture built on trust, teamwork and respect.
• The chance to contribute to sustainable water solutions that make a difference.
• Range of discounts via FLARE program
• A rewarding Staff Referral Program
• Staff Bonus & Incentive Scheme

At Osmoflo, we believe in the impact each individual can have in our success, creativity and culture. We understand that diversity drives innovation and helps us build better solutions for the future. We invite individuals from all backgrounds and lived experience of diversity to join us on our mission to build a sustainable water future.

If you’re a Chemical Engineer with water-sector experience who wants to apply your technical skills in an environment where innovation, problem-solving and continuous improvement are part of the role, we’d like to hear from you. Please contact Ian Sparham, HR Advisor at [e-mail] for any questions or to get copy of position description.