Lead Researcher

Veolia Environnement SA; Emilia-Romagna; In loco; EUR 50.000 - 80.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading company in water technologies seeks a Lead Researcher for their Energy Chemicals Solutions division. The role involves R&D of chemicals for Oil & Gas, requiring strong expertise in electrochemistry and hands-on laboratory experience. Candidates should hold a Masters or PhD in relevant fields and possess excellent analytical and collaboration skills.

Competenze

• Hands-on laboratory experience of 3-8 years required.
• Strong background in electrochemistry and chemical additives.
• Experience in a multicultural environment and capable of team collaboration.

Mansioni

• Engage in research, development, and commercialization of innovative treatment programs.
• Develop and perform customized lab tests to evaluate chemical efficacies.
• Manage 2 to 4 projects simultaneously and communicate research findings.

Conoscenze

Industrial research in hydrocarbon production and processing

Understanding of electrochemical processes and corrosion control

Experience with experimental test methods for chemical additives

Familiarity with corrosion control methods, synthesis, formulation, and analytical characterization

Knowledge of IP processes, high-pressure systems, and environmental health & safety regulations

Ability to write SOPs, RAs, and reports

Knowledge of sustainable chemical solutions

Strong analytical, time management, and team collaboration skills

Fluent in English

Formazione

Masters or PhD in Organic Chemistry

Chemical Engineering

Petroleum Chemistry

Petroleum Engineering

Metallurgical Engineering

Physical Chemistry

Polymer Science

Descrizione del lavoro

Veolia Water Technologies & Solutions has an opening for a Lead Researcher in the Energy Chemicals Solutions division, focusing on R&D of chemicals for Oil & Gas production, transportation, refineries, and petrochemicals. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in electrochemistry, chemical additives, and structure-property relationships relevant to the Oil & Gas sector. This is a laboratory scientist position involving chemical bench work.

Responsibilities:

1. Engage in research, development, and commercialization of innovative treatment programs for hydrocarbon processing applications.
2. Develop and perform customized lab tests to evaluate chemical efficacies.
3. Establish specifications and physical testing requirements for new products.
4. Contribute to material productivity improvements, including IP landscaping.
5. Interact with customers and internal teams to assess market needs (up to 20% travel).
6. Manage 2 to 4 projects simultaneously.
7. Participate in customer interactions, field visits, and technical discussions.
8. Contribute to new idea generation (NPIs).
9. Support product development lifecycle with commercial teams, supply chain, and vendors.
10. Communicate research findings through reports and presentations.
11. Execute tasks related to NPI/RTS initiatives.

Experience Required:

Hands-on laboratory experience of 3-8 years.

Key Skills:

• Industrial research in hydrocarbon production and processing.
• Understanding of electrochemical processes and corrosion control.
• Experience with experimental test methods for chemical additives.
• Familiarity with corrosion control methods, synthesis, formulation, and analytical characterization.
• Knowledge of IP processes, high-pressure systems, and environmental health & safety regulations.
• Ability to write SOPs, RAs, and reports.
• Knowledge of sustainable chemical solutions.
• Strong analytical, time management, and team collaboration skills.
• Fluent in English; capable of working in a multicultural environment.

Qualifications:

Masters or PhD in Organic Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Chemistry, Petroleum Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Physical Chemistry, Polymer Science, or related fields.

Additional Information:

Position based in Veolia Hoskote, Bangalore. The company values diversity and inclusion.

Remote work details are not specified.