Research engineer in storm water treatment process

Job description

We are currently seeking a Research Engineer to join a collaborative project focused on testing stormwater treatment solutions and implementing real-time water quality monitoring in a pilot plant. This initiative is a joint effort involving the Central Baltic countries, including municipalities and research institutes.

The research will encompass a variety of tasks, including mapping risk assessment criteria for the catchment area and municipality, as well as evaluating stormwater treatment solutions. The role will involve water quality analysis and management, modeling, and calculations. Effective communication between stakeholders will be crucial, as well as engaging with social and community aspects related to water management.

As part of the WaterShed Safety Plan (WSSP) project, we aim to provide municipalities, water utilities, and other relevant stakeholders with a practical operational model for watershed safety plans. These plans are designed to mitigate the flow of diffuse pollution into the Baltic Sea.

The pilot catchment area will be comprehensively assessed using Geographic Information System (GIS) tools and field methods to identify high-risk zones, allowing us to target and implement effective, sustainable water protection measures. We are particularly interested in integrating an online monitoring device to validate the stormwater treatment solutions developed within the scope of this project.

What we offer

• A position at a leading technical university that generates knowledge and skills for a sustainable future.
• Engaged and ambitious colleagues along with a creative, international and dynamic working environment
• Work in Stockholm, in close proximity to nature
• Guidance on relocating and settling in KTH and in Sweden .

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Qualifications

Requirements

• A graduate degree or an advanced level (higher education) in the research subject or equivalent competence.
• Fluent in Swedish and English as they languages are frequently used at the department
• Good knowledge and understanding of the water and wastewater treatment technologies and how different water treatment systems work in Sweden
• Good communication skills with stakeholders and social media
• Works well with complex issues and solves complicated problems
• Good writing skills, especially reports

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in water sampling and analysis
• Experience in modelling
• Ability to disseminate the research development and findings.
• Awareness about sustainable goals
• Awareness of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality

Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills.

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About the employment

The employment is valid for a limited time according to the agreement - for up to 12 months with access according to agreement.

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