Wastewater Senior Research Scientist / Engineer, Reading

Client:

Location:

Reading, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

3

Posted:

18.07.2025

Expiry Date:

01.09.2025

Job Description:

This role focuses on wastewater networks with research relating to the improved performance of the gravity and pumped sewerage system. Responsibilities include rising main monitoring, pipework deterioration and rehabilitation investigations, sewer blockage detection, and pollution and flooding reduction. You will be part of a team leading Thames Water’s engineering requirements into AMP8 and beyond.

What you’ll be doing as a Wastewater Senior Research Scientist / Engineer

1. Leading research projects and making significant technical contributions. Designing, organizing, implementing, and monitoring research activities.
2. Evaluating data to produce sound results, conclusions, and recommendations. Producing and peer reviewing high-quality technical documents.
3. Developing relationships with internal clients, external contractors, and research organizations. Presenting research outputs to build awareness.
4. Providing business, financial, and technical support to the team leader and management. Acting as delegated authority in the team leader’s absence.
5. Mentoring junior technical staff.

Base location:

Hybrid working Reading STW - RG2 0RP.

Working hours:

36 hours Mon-Fri.

Requirements for the role:

• Full UK driving license.

What you should bring to the role

• Graduate in science, engineering or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
• Extensive relevant technical experience (e.g., in the water industry).
• Good practical skills relevant to operation and maintenance of a pilot.
• Excellent communication and technical reporting skills.
• Proficiency with company IT systems and office software.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary from £47,000 to £55,000 per annum, depending on experience.
• 26 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service, plus bank holidays.
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
• Benefits supporting health, wellbeing, and finances, including health MOTs, physiotherapy, counselling, Cycle to Work, vouchers, and life assurance.

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, serving over 16 million customers daily. We aim to build a better future for all, helping customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. We seek passionate, skilled individuals committed to making a difference.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water offers a rewarding, diverse environment where every day you can make a difference. We provide career growth, flexible working, and excellent benefits. Join us to help protect the world’s water for future generations.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

We aim to be a great, inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and support applicants throughout the process. We strive to remove barriers to success.

Additional opportunities

Support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training provided. An enriching experience to learn more about our business and colleagues.

Note:

This job posting may close early due to high application volume. Apply promptly.

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Created on 18/07/2025 by TN United Kingdom