Process Engineer

Osmoflo HR System•Burton, MI

About The Position

Osmoflo is seeking a Process Engineer to join its Innovations team at the Burton office in South Australia. The role focuses on research and development at the intersection of process engineering, innovation and water treatment technology, with the goal of developing efficient, fit-for-purpose and commercially competitive process solutions. The engineer will work with experienced colleagues and collaborate across Sales, Projects and Operations. The position involves detailed engineering and technical investigations, contributing to new ideas, equipment and solutions for Osmoflo products and services. It includes core process engineering, research and development, field assignments, technical support, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, including R&D counterparts at shareholder Kanadevia. Up to 30% of the role may involve remote site-based assignments, potentially for extended periods. The successful candidate will contribute technical material and may present at industry or research conferences, represent Osmoflo with external stakeholders, and support continuous improvement and the development of new processes, products and services. Osmoflo describes its culture as collaborative and grounded in trust, teamwork and respect, and highlights the opportunity to contribute to sustainable water solutions.

Requirements

Degree qualification in Chemical Engineering.
Detailed understanding of the chemistry of water treatment process solutions.
2–5 years of relevant experience, including technical and/or operational experience within the water sector; membrane water treatment and desalination experience is preferred.
Experience in detailed process engineering design and the selection and coordination of water and/or wastewater equipment.
Understanding of technical standards including Australian Standards, ASME, ANSI and API.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities and high attention to detail.
Willingness to travel, including to remote sites as required.
Ability to establish trust, build relationships and engage stakeholders.
Adaptability to different personalities and working styles, and ability to influence and gain cooperation.
Integrity, humility, responsibility and accountability.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated proficiency in core process engineering tasks.
Demonstrated field experience in Site Operations, Commissioning or Troubleshooting.
Demonstrated collaboration, teamwork and leadership skills.
PhD or equivalent postgraduate research experience.

Responsibilities

Perform engineering calculations and develop mass balance models.
Prepare and maintain Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
Develop functional descriptions and control narratives.
Prepare technical reports and operation and maintenance documentation.
Prepare technical material, contribute to publications, present at industry or research conferences, and represent Osmoflo with external stakeholders.
Identify and develop ideas that advance Osmoflo's technical capability.
Undertake detailed technical investigations and process design for innovative processes.
Undertake rostered field assignments, potentially for extended periods, to test, prove or troubleshoot technology at client sites.
Investigate and performance-test new technology, equipment and innovative process solutions for integration into Osmoflo's products and services.
Collaborate with Osmoflo teams locally, interstate and internationally, including R&D counterparts within shareholder Kanadevia.
Contribute to continuous improvement, lessons learned, and the development of new processes, products and services.
Support Sales and Proposals with design and technical documentation and costing focused on new technology development.
Support and collaborate with Business Development through engagement with clients, water utilities, industry partners, universities and research organisations.
Provide detailed technical troubleshooting advice to Commissioning, Operations and Maintenance teams.
Act as a technical leader and mentor within the organisation.