Senior Research Engineer/Scientist

Thames Water; Reading; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise leader dans le secteur de l'eau recherche un Senior Research Engineer/Scientist pour diriger des projets de recherche et d'innovation. Le candidat idéal possédera une formation en sciences ou en ingénierie, et aura une expérience dans le développement de solutions pour le traitement des eaux usées. Ce poste hybride basé à Reading offre un environnement dynamique avec la possibilité de contribuer à des projets transformateurs dans le secteur de l'eau.

Benefits

26 jours de congés augmentant à 30 avec le temps de service

Pension contributive jusqu'à 12%

Évaluations médicales personnelles annuelles

Accès à un programme d'avantages

Soutien pour obtenir votre titre professionnel

Qualifications

• Expérience industrielle dans un domaine pertinent.
• Connaissances techniques des services publics ou secteurs similaires.
• Compétences pratiques pour l'exploitation et l'entretien de plantes pilotes.

Responsibilities

• Diriger les activités de projets et fournir des solutions innovantes dans le secteur de l'eau.
• Analyser des données et produire des rapports techniques de qualité.
• Promouvoir les activités de R&D auprès des clients et des parties prenantes.

Skills

Research

Development

Innovation

Communication

Technical Reporting

Education

Graduate in science, engineering, or a related discipline

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Job description

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Senior Research Engineer/Scientist, Reading

Client:

Thames Water

Location:

Reading, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

16.07.2025

Expiry Date:

30.08.2025

Job Description:

What you will be doing

As a Senior Research Engineer/Scientist, you will be responsible for:

• Research, Development, and Innovation!
• Leading project-related activities and providing innovative solutions to challenges in the water sector in the UK and beyond.
• Maintaining an innovative outlook and curiosity for wastewater treatment technologies and solutions.
• Scanning for new technologies or strategies to address significant water sector challenges.
• Launching Research, Development, and Innovation projects and contributing technically to others.
• Designing, planning, implementing, and monitoring activities for smooth operations and high-quality outputs.
• Analyzing data (preferably using Python, MATLAB, or similar) and logging information to produce robust results, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Writing, structuring, and reviewing high-quality technical reports for stakeholders.
• Participating in and presenting project outputs at meetings.
• Developing strong working relationships with internal clients, external contractors/suppliers, and research organizations.
• Promoting R&D activities to customers and stakeholders to increase project visibility.

This is a hybrid role based at Reading Sewage Treatment Works, with attendance required at Thames Water sites as needed.

36 hours a week, Monday to Friday.

Must have a valid UK driving license.

What you should bring to the role

• Graduate in science, engineering, or a related discipline.
• Industrial experience in a relevant field.
• Technical knowledge of utilities or similar industries.
• Practical skills relevant to operation and maintenance of pilot plants.
• Excellent communication and technical reporting skills.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary between £47,680 - 60,000 per annum.
• 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with service (plus bank holidays).
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution, up to 12% (with 2x employee contribution).
• Annual Personal Medical Assessments.
• Access to a benefits scheme, including offers and support for well-being.
• Support for becoming chartered through your chosen institution.