PWNT is an international water company within the Saur Group (Saur).  Nijhuis Saur Industries (NSI) is the industrial water division of Saur focussing on water treatment technologies. PWNT is the business entity within NSI that focusses on drinking water technology.

• Saur is a global leader in providing sustainable water solutions. With a rich history spanning several decades, Saur is dedicated to delivering innovative and environmentally responsible services in water treatment, sanitation, and resource management.
• NSI is a subsidiary of Saur, specializing in advanced water and wastewater treatment technologies. Leveraging Saur’s expertise, NSI focuses on delivering cutting-edge solutions for industrial and municipal clients, ensuring the efficient and sustainable management of water resources.
• PWNT is a leading water treatment technology provider, operating under the umbrella of NSI. PWNT is renowned for its state-of-the-art and sustainable water purification solutions, including innovative processes like CeraMac® and SIX®. By combining expertise with NSI, PWNT strives to address global water challenges and provide clean, safe, and accessible water solutions for communities and industries worldwide.

Position within the organization

The R&D Engineer membrane technologies in DW treatment reports to the Team leader R&D Drinking Water Technology. The job is positioned within the PWNT organisation and is part of Saur Group R&D.

The R&D Engineer will join the team that develops new solutions for water treatment, based on ion exchange. This includes applications for DOC, PFAS, nitrogen removal as well as the management of the generated waste stream. You will be responsible for developing the portfolio of solutions that reduce the environmental footprint and chemical usage in water treatment.

 

You will be working on various research and development projects. Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing and execution of experimental projects for ion exchange (pilot) research.
• Operational and analytic data collection.
• Data analysis, reporting, interpretation and issuing the recommendations including technological progress reports and data management of the pilot research.
• Provide input for the year plan and input on progress for the quarterly reports.
• Presentation of results in Dutch and international workshops and conferences.
• (co-)Supervision of students / interns.
• Contribution to peer-reviewed publications.

Competencies

You should have the following profile and/or background:

• Education: MSc or PhD degree in chemical engineering / process engineering / chemistry.
• Knowledge and experience in ion exchange and water treatment technologies will be an advantage.
• Ability to process and analyse large data sets.
• Critical thinking.
• Writing skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Languages: Fluency in English; good level in Dutch would be beneficial.
• Independent, capable of self-structuring his/her work and taking initiatives.
• Driving license.

Location

• North-Holland (Amsterdam / Andijk).
• Full-time (40h).

• PWNT offers a great international working environment with many challenges and excellent working conditions.
• The position includes extensive opportunities for training and development. The learning objectives will be defined together with you depending on your profile, expertise, and ambitions, but may include:
• Following additional technical courses or training on water treatment.
• Following a Dutch course (for candidates who are not proficient in Dutch).
• Training on project management.

• The salary is in accordance with the market and depends on education and experience.
• You are entitled to 25 days of holiday for fulltime employment and the option to purchase additional holiday days.
• You build up a pension with ABP of which approximately 70% of the premium is paid by PWNT.
• We have flexible working times.
• Possibilities to work from Andijk (minimum 2 days), Amsterdam and home.
• Above all, you will be part of a pleasant and challenging working environment with committed colleagues and room for initiatives and development.
• Would you like more information about our organization? Please check out our site: pwnt.com

Are you interested and do you want more information about this vacancy? Please contact marcel.welling@pwnt.com

To apply, send a motivation letter and a CV to applications@pwnt.com.
We look forward to your application!

 

Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated.