Job Description:

Summary:

Pentair is currently seeking a Research and Development Scientist to join our Treatment Center of Excellence Department. The role involves supporting engineering evaluations and feasibility studies for water disinfection projects filtration media optimization and sensor development. The candidate will analyze data to identify potential issues or improvements and stay updated on emerging trends technologies and best practices in water treatment technology. The candidate will conduct performance tests on products and prototypes using test stands and analytical instrumentation according to work instructions or experimental plans. Interested candidates who meet the requirements below are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support R&D in electrochemical processes testing and validation
• Develop and test prototypes for membranes carbon media and solid state sensors
• Utilize techniques like cyclic voltammetry potentiostatic galvanostatic and impedance spectroscopy
• Analyze and solve complex chemistry challenges
• Expertise in AAS GC-MS TGA DSC chromatography and spectrophotometry techniques
• Stay updated on trends in water treatment processes
• Manage projects prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and engage with stakeholders
• Ensure accuracy in design calculations cost estimates and documentation
• Maintain project documentation and laboratory inventory
• Ensure safety compliance and commit to continuous learning

Educational Qualification:

• Post Graduation (Analytical Electrochemistry/Chemistry) Materials Science & Engg Environmental engg Nanotechnology)
• Two years of experience in RnD electro chemical process development
• Experience preferred in water Sensors development Activated Carbon evaluation
• Specific Skills: MS office Mass and energy balance calculation etc
• Proficiency with AI tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in statistical data analysis
• Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures and standards
• Excellent organizational and inventory management skills.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Excellent communication skills
• Critical Thinking Adaptive and Innovative.

Travel

This position will require <10% domestic and/or international travel.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pentair is an Equal Opportunity Employer. With our expanding global presence cross-cultural insight and competence are essential for our ongoing success. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes different perspectives and creative ideas that enable us to continue to improve every day.