Research and Development Civil Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative R&D company is seeking a Research and Development Civil Engineer to lead groundbreaking projects in carbon capture technology. This role involves managing laboratory setups, conducting independent research, and collaborating with top UK universities and major concrete manufacturers. As part of a dynamic team, you will have the chance to influence sustainable practices in the construction industry while enjoying competitive benefits and a performance-based bonus. Join us in building a sustainable future through applied science and innovation.

Benefits

Competitive annual holiday entitlement

Performance-based bonus

Collaboration with top UK universities

Unique opportunity with major concrete companies

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-PhD experience in leading independent research.
• Experience in laboratory setup and equipment specification.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage construction laboratory in compliance with regulations.
• Lead a team to utilize concrete chemistry for carbon capture.

Skills

Research Design

Cement Chemistry

Carbon Capture Techniques

Laboratory Management

HSE Compliance

Education

PhD in Civil Engineering

Job description

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Research and Development Civil Engineer, Nottingham

Location: Nottingham, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Research and Development Civil Engineer

Location: Nottingham

Remuneration: Above market rate

Start date and end date (approx): This is a permanent position and is available for immediate start. (Flexible on start date based on notice period)

About us:

Concrete4Change (C4C) is an R&D company developing groundbreaking technology to utilise and permanently mineralise CO2 in concrete. The company is partly owned by two of the largest concrete manufacturers in the world, Siam Cement Group ($17 billion turnover) and Goldbeck GmbH (€7 billion turnover).

Learn more about us:

Technologies and Vacancies: https://youtu.be/Qxjw-3vL4Ms

Day in the C4C Labs: https://youtu.be/q3tHdhAoUjI

Employees Perspective: https://youtu.be/dDa-xFofK3g

Founder's story: https://youtu.be/vkcxFPeCkqU

Role overview:

As an R&D Civil Engineer, you are a self-starter capable of developing new technology areas leveraging existing capabilities and expertise. You will plan, procure, and manage the construction laboratory in compliance with regulations. You will lead a team of civil engineers to utilize cement and concrete chemistry knowledge for carbon capture and utilization in concrete, and evaluate CCU techniques on the properties and long-term performance of cement-based materials.

Person's specifications:

• At least 5 years post-PhD experience leading independent research, with the ability to design and conduct research addressing fundamental scientific questions
• Experience in laboratory setup, HSE requirements, equipment specification development, and procurement
• Understanding carbonation mechanisms and critical assessment of CO2 uptake and concrete performance across various life stages (product, use, end-of-life)
• R&D experience in the construction industry

C4C seeks individuals passionate about applied science, entrepreneurial spirit, and building a sustainable world. We offer typical employee benefits plus a share of the value we create together.

• A unique opportunity to collaborate with top UK universities
• An exciting chance to work with multibillion-dollar concrete companies
• Competitive annual holiday entitlement
• Performance-based bonus upon milestone achievements