Engineer, Water Chemistry

Pentair; Delhi; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Pentair is seeking a Research and Development Scientist to join our Treatment Center of Excellence. The role involves supporting engineering evaluations and feasibility studies for water disinfection projects, filtration, media optimization and sensor development.

The candidate will analyze data, conduct performance tests on products and prototypes, and stay updated on emerging trends in water treatment technology.

Qualifications

• Post graduation in Analytical Electrochemistry or Chemistry.
• B.Tech/B.Tech or M.Tech in relevant engineering fields.
• At least 2 years of R&D electrochemical process development experience.
• Experience in water sensor development and activated carbon evaluation preferred.
• Proficiency with AI tools and strong analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Strong problem-solving and data analysis capabilities.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and standards.

Responsibilities

• Support R&D in electrochemical processes, testing and validation.
• Develop and test prototypes for membranes, carbon media, and solid state sensors.
• Utilize cyclic voltammetry, potentiostatic, galvanostatic, and impedance spectroscopy.
• Analyze and solve complex chemistry challenges.
• Stay updated on trends in water treatment processes.
• Manage projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and engage with stakeholders.
• Ensure accuracy in design calculations, cost estimates, and documentation.
• Maintain project documentation and laboratory inventory.
• Ensure safety compliance and commit to continuous learning.

Skills

Data analysis

Analytical chemistry

Statistical analysis

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Post Graduation in Analytical Electrochemistry / Chemistry

B.Tech / M.Tech in Chemical, Materials Science & Engg, Environmental Engg, Nanotechnology

2 years R&D electrochemical process development experience

Tools

AAS

GC-MS

TGA

DSC

Chromatography

Spectrophotometry

Job description

Job Description

Pentair is currently seeking a Research and Development Scientist to join our Treatment Center of Excellence Department. The role involves supporting engineering evaluations and feasibility studies for water disinfection projects, filtration, media optimization and sensor development.

The candidate will analyze data to identify potential issues or improvements and stay updated on emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in water treatment technology. The candidate will conduct performance tests on products and prototypes using test stands and analytical instrumentation according to work instructions or experimental plans.

Interested candidates, who meet the requirements below, are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Support R&D in electrochemical processes, testing and validation
• Develop and test prototypes for membranes, carbon media, and solid state sensors
• Utilize techniques like cyclic voltammetry, potentiostatic, galvanostatic, and impedance spectroscopy
• Analyze and solve complex chemistry challenges
• Expertise in AAS, GC-MS, TGA, DSC, chromatography and spectrophotometry techniques
• Stay updated on trends in water treatment processes
• Manage projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and engage with stakeholders
• Ensure accuracy in design calculations, cost estimates, and documentation
• Maintain project documentation and laboratory inventory
• Ensure safety compliance and commit to continuous learning

Educational Qualification

• Post Graduation (Analytical Electrochemistry/Chemistry), B.Tech/M.Tech. (Chemical, Materials Science & Engg, Environmental Engg, Nanotechnology)
• Two years of experience in R&D electro chemical process development
• Experience preferred in water sensor development, activated carbon evaluation
• Specific Skills: MS Office, mass and energy balance calculation, etc.
• Proficiency with AI tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in statistical data analysis
• Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and standards
• Excellent organizational and inventory management skills
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development
• Excellent communication skills
• Critical thinking, adaptive and innovative

Travel

This position will require <10% domestic and/or international travel.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pentair is an Equal Opportunity Employer. With our expanding global presence, cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day.