Electrochemical Reactor Engineer – Water Treatment

SLB; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Dental care

Health & wellbeing programs

Pension contribution

Job summary

SLB in Cambridge seeks a highly skilled Electrochemical Reactor Engineer to lead the design of next‑generation water treatment reactors. You will translate cutting‑edge electrochemical science into real‑world hardware, delivering scalable solutions for PFAS destruction in a multidisciplinary team.

The role offers a 2‑year fixed term contract with opportunities to advance through hands‑on prototyping and system integration, contributing to energy transition and environmental stewardship.

Qualifications

• PhD in Chemical, Electrochemical, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Strong experience in electrochemical systems, flow reactors, and scale-up.
• Expertise in automation, sensors, and process control systems.
• Proven track record delivering working reactor hardware.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and scale flow‑through electrochemical reactors operating at high current densities
• Select advanced electrode materials (e.g. BDD) to maximise defluorination and energy efficiency
• Optimise mass transport and fluid dynamics
• Develop automated control systems with real‑time monitoring and optimisation
• Build and operate prototypes, delivering systems from concept to functional hardware

Skills

PhD in relevant field

Electrochemical systems

Flow reactors

Automation & sensors

Reactor hardware delivery

Education

PhD (or equivalent) in Chemical, Electrochemical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

SLB in Cambridge seeks a highly skilled Electrochemical Reactor Engineer to lead the design of next‑generation water treatment reactors. You will translate cutting‑edge electrochemical science into real‑world hardware, delivering scalable solutions for PFAS destruction in a multidisciplinary team.

The role offers a 2‑year fixed term contract with opportunities to advance through hands‑on prototyping and system integration, contributing to energy transition and environmental stewardship.