Bioresources Mechanical Engineer

Jacobs Technology Inc.; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Birmingham is seeking a Bioresources Mechanical Engineer to focus on the design of processes for biomass and municipal sewage treatment. The ideal candidate will have a degree in mechanical engineering and experience in relevant design areas. This full-time position offers hybrid working arrangements and values collaboration and positive mental health.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Well-being benefits

Global volunteering program

Qualifications

• Experience in environment and economic regulation.
• Skilled in engineering analysis and modelling including CFD.
• Understanding of emissions to air mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Develop front-end engineering design for solids handling.
• Integrate mechanical process equipment and systems.
• Manage asset planning effectively.

Skills

Biomass processing

Design of digesters, pre-treatment, or associated equipment

Design of solids handling processes

Odour/methane emissions modelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

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Responsibilities

• Strategy and consulting.
• Environmental and economic regulation.
• FEED - Front-end engineering design of, solids handling, municipal sewage sludge treatment digesters, pre-treatment processes along with associated mechanical systems, plant and equipment.
• Engineering analysis and modelling including CFD, thermals and heat transfer.
• Detail design and systems integration of mechanical process equipment, storage tanks, mixing systems, heat exchangers and boilers.
• Asset management and planning.

Qualifications

• Biomass processing
• Design of digesters, pre-treatment, or associated equipment.
• Design of solids handling processes, odour control, composting, drying, biosolids and aerobic processes, anaerobic digestion
• Design of municipal sewage sludge treatment facilities.
• Emissions to air mitigation
• Design of odour control and abatement systems.
• Odour/methane emissions modelling and sampling
• Relevant academic qualifications, such as a bachelor’s degree or higher in mechanical engineering

Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals – all at a single global company. Find out more about life at Jacobs.

We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected and creative. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging. Find out more about ourJacobs Employee Networks here.

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As a disability confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

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Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Civil Engineering, Design Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting