Graduate Chemical Engineer (Pilot Plant & Process Development)

Location: Nottingham, UK

Remuneration: Competitive

Start Date: Immediate

Contract Type: Contract or Zero-Hour

Visa Sponsorship: Available after 12 months of employment, subject to satisfactory performance, business needs, and UK immigration requirements.

About Vater

isVateris is a climate technology company developing breakthrough processes to capture and permanently mineralise CO₂ into high-performance construction materials. Our technology reduces the carbon footprint of concrete while improving its performanc

e.Following a 10× scale-up, we are commissioning a pilot plant in Nottingham using real industrial flue gas to support the development of our first commercial demonstrator. We work with leading industrial partners and UK universities to accelerate the decarbonisation of the construction industr

y.The Ro

leWe are looking for a Graduate Chemical Engineer to support pilot plant operations, process development, and technology scale-up. Working alongside our engineering and R&D teams, you will assist with operating the pilot plant, optimising chemical processes, producing CO₂-derived materials, and supporting the transition from laboratory to commercial scal

e.This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate seeking hands-on experience in process engineering, pilot plant operation, and the commercialisation of innovative low-carbon technologie

s.Key Responsibiliti

• esSupport the operation, monitoring, and optimisation of the pilot plan
• t.Assist with the production of CO₂-derived construction materials and chemical product
• s.Operate laboratory and pilot-scale equipment, including reactors, pumps, filtration, mixing systems, and other process equipmen
• t.Conduct laboratory experiments to support process development and optimisatio
• n.Monitor process performance and collect, analyse, and document operational dat
• a.Assist with equipment commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous process improvemen
• t.Prepare technical reports and maintain accurate laboratory record
• s.Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental procedure
• s.Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering and R&D teams to support technology scale-u

p.Essential Requiremen

• tsBachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a closely related disciplin
• e.Strong interest in pilot plant operations, process engineering, or industrial manufacturin
• g.Practical laboratory, pilot plant, industrial placement, or engineering project experienc
• e.Strong analytical, problem-solving, organisational, and communication skill
• s.Proactive attitude with a willingness to undertake hands-on engineering wor

k.Desirable Experien

• ceExperience operating pilot plants or process equipmen
• t.Knowledge of reaction engineering, separation processes, or chemical manufacturin
• g.Experience with laboratory testing, process monitoring, and data analysi
• s.Familiarity with pumps, valves, instrumentation, and process control system
• s.Understanding of carbon capture, CO₂ utilisation, mineralisation, or sustainable process technologie

s.What We Off

• erHands-on experience with an innovative climate technology compan
• y.Direct involvement in pilot plant operation and technology scale-u
• p.Mentoring from experienced chemical engineers and scientist
• s.Exposure to leading industrial partners and research organisation
• s.Opportunity to contribute to the commercialisation of cutting-edge decarbonisation technolog
• y.Career development with the potential to progress into a permanent engineering rol

e.