Power Plant Water-Steam Cycle Chemistry/Corrosion Specialist

 As a leading owner and operator energy company, Uniper has set a target to achieve net-zero emissions by 2040 for its European operations. To support this energy transition, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a water-steam cycle chemistry/corrosion specialist within our team.   

We are Uniper

At Uniper, we are pro-actively transforming the world of energy whilst at the same time ensuring security of energy supply. As an internationally operating company, we work in very diverse teams with the greatest possible working time flexibility for our employees. Our corporate culture is characterized by equal opportunities, mutual appreciation, and respect. With us, you will be able to develop new business models, work on technological solutions for a modern, sustainable, and future-oriented energy supply as well as pro-actively help to shape changes. Interested? Then we will look forward to meeting you!

Your responsibilities

•    Provide technical support and advice to our assets in the area of power plant water-steam cycle chemistry and corrosion.
•    Carry out or contribute to water-steam cycle chemistry operational assessments relating to e.g. flexible operation, proposed plant upgrades, troubleshooting plant issues, etc. 
•    Carry out or contribute to failure investigations, plant status review and due diligence activities related to water-steam cycle chemistry.  

•    Carry out or contribute to the planning, completion and assessment of boiler and steam turbine outage inspections for cycle chemistry related risks. 
•    Periodically review and update company cycle chemistry engineering standards and guidelines. 
•    Provide advice and guidance on power plant preservation and boiler chemical cleaning. 
•    Possibility to provide operational support to our assets on demineralised water treatment plant, condensate polishing, wastewater treatment and cooling water treatment, depending on experience. 
•    Contribute to the development of company competencies related to corrosion mechanisms, mitigations and requirements for carbon capture plant, hydrogen generation and low carbon fuels. 
•    Take a role in customer relationship and business development opportunities across the Uniper generation fleet.
•    Work with Uniper’s UK and European assets and project teams.

Your profile

•    Degree level qualification (or equivalent) in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials or corrosion science. 
•    To be, or have the pre-requisites to be, a chartered member of a relevant institution, or have an equivalent recognised professional qualification. 
•    Relevant experience in the power industry or similar industrial applications.  

•    Familiarity with power plant design and operating principles. 
•    Knowledge of corrosion mechanisms and deposition processes in steam-raising plant. 
•    Knowledge of water-steam cycle chemical conditioning regimes and chemical dosing and monitoring requirements for steam-raising plant.  
•    Knowledge of plant preservation regimes and chemical cleaning processes for steam-raising plant.
•    Knowledge of demineralised water treatment plant, condensate polishing, wastewater treatment and cooling water treatment for industrial applications would be desirable. 
•    Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build positive working relationships. 
•    Ability to work effectively and flexibly both individually and as part of a team, working away from home on occasion at sites both within the UK and overseas for typically short periods of time. 
•    Ability to co-ordinate work across multi-disciplinary teams. 
•    Positive approach to change and contributes to the culture of continuous improvement. 
•    Ability to develop own skills and competencies in emerging areas. 
•    Ability to plan and manage a portfolio of jobs to cost, quality and time. 
•    Commercially aware; understanding the environment in which they operate, including wider business capabilities and requirements, and ability to recognise and take advantage of business opportunities. 
•    Strong numerical and analytical skills, with keen attention to detail.
•    A high technical standard of written and spoken English, including report writing. 
•    High level of IT literacy to support technical analysis. 

Your qualities

• Competitive salary
• Personal Development and Learning Opportunities
• Enhanced company pension – With up to 12% company contributions
• 26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Electric vehicle charging at our sites
• In house Occupational Health Services
• Company funded Private Medical Insurance including free GP service
• Performance related benefits
• Access to a range of flexible benefits such as Share Incentive Plan, Dental, Critical Illness and Life Insurance, Cycle2Work, or buy and sell extra holiday
• Future career opportunities (UK & International) with a strong focus on Diversity Equity and Inclusion

Our employees are the reason for our success. Therefore, you will find many other benefits at the local level to help you reach your potential. Energy evolutionary wanted!

 Your contact

Should you have any questions about this opportunity, please contact the UK Talent Acquisition Manager

dominic.lindsey@uniper.energy

Please note, any CV’s sent via email would not be taken into consideration. All CV’s must be submitted via the online application process only.

 Job information 

As an employer, Uniper is committed to diversity and equal opportunities. Therefore, we encourage applications from suitably qualified individuals whose capabilities match the role requirements regardless of gender, origin, disability, age, religion, ideology, sexual identity or marital status. We live inclusion and support flexible working.