Aero Assembly Process Engineer – Pfmea & Optimization

Airbus Atlantic Portugal; Almada; Híbrido; EUR 45 000 - 65 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Remote work flexibility

International water projects

Professional growth in a technical and

Competitive compensation

Resumo da oferta

Airbus Atlantic Portugal seeks a seasoned Chemical Engineer to lead water treatment projects. You will design processes, select chemicals, and optimize operations for industrial-scale systems, collaborating with international teams.

The role requires a strong background in coagulation/flocculation, disinfection methods, and physico-chemical modeling, with hands-on portfolio in simulations and CAD tools. Remote work options are available, with major site engagement in Lisbon area.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering (strictly required).
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in water treatment, with strong focus on chemical and physico-chemical processes.
• Demonstrated knowledge in: Flocculation and coagulation chemistry
• Disinfection mechanisms (e.g., chlorine, ozone, UV)
• Scaling and corrosion control
• Physico-chemical modeling of water processes
• Experience with process simulation tools (Aspen, HYSYS), Excel-based models, and AutoCAD or similar for engineering diagrams.

Responsabilidades

• Design and optimize water treatment processes involving coagulation, flocculation, filtration, disinfection, and chemical dosing.
• Analyze and interpret raw water and treated water characteristics to determine the most effective chemical treatment methods.
• Develop and review PFDs, P&IDs, equipment datasheets, and chemical consumption estimates.
• Model and simulate mass transfer, chemical reaction kinetics, and solid-liquid separation phenomena in water processes.
• Select and specify chemical reagents for clarification, oxidation, neutralization, and scaling prevention.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams during basic and detailed engineering stages.
• Provide remote or on-site technical support during commissioning or troubleshooting of chemical systems.

Conhecimentos

Fluent English

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Project execution

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Ferramentas

Aspen

HYSYS

Excel

AutoCAD

Descrição da oferta de emprego

We are seeking a highly qualified Chemical Engineer with a solid academic and practical foundation in chemical process engineering and water treatment technologies. The ideal candidate will have approximately 5 years of experience and a deep understanding of coagulation-flocculation chemistry, disinfection mechanisms, and the physico-chemical principles governing water purification. This role requires hands-on involvement in process design, chemical treatment strategies, and project execution for industrial and infrastructure-scale water treatment systems.

Design and optimize water treatment processes involving coagulation, flocculation, filtration, disinfection, and chemical dosing.

Analyze and interpret raw water and treated water characteristics to determine the most effective chemical treatment methods.

Develop and review PFDs, P&IDs, equipment datasheets, and chemical consumption estimates.

Model and simulate mass transfer, chemical reaction kinetics, and solid-liquid separation phenomena in water processes.

Select and specify chemical reagents for clarification, oxidation, neutralization, and scaling prevention.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams during basic and detailed engineering stages.

Provide remote or on-site technical support during commissioning or troubleshooting of chemical systems.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering (strictly required).

Minimum of 5 years of experience in water treatment, with strong focus on chemical and physico-chemical processes.

Demonstrated knowledge in:

Flocculation and coagulation chemistry

Disinfection mechanisms (e.G., chlorine, ozone, UV)

Scaling and corrosion control

Physico-chemical modeling of water processes

Experience with process simulation tools (e.G., Aspen, HYSYS), Excel-based models, and AutoCAD or similar for engineering diagrams.

Strong communication skills and ability to work in international, multidisciplinary teams.

Fluent in English, both spoken and written.

Preferred Experience

Prior involvement in desalination, industrial wastewater treatment, or municipal water plants.

Experience with resin systems, boron removal, or membrane pre-treatment strategies.

Participation in commissioning activities, technical assessments, or lab-scale testing.

What We Offer

• Participation in innovative, international water treatment projects.
• Remote work flexibility with long-term development opportunities.
• Professional growth in a highly technical and specialized environment.
• Competitive compensation based on experience and performance.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing Industries Oil and Gas

Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal.