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Graduate Engineer
Graduate Engineer (Pilot Plant & Concrete Production)
Location: Nottingham, UK
Remuneration: Competitive Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Full-time Visa Sponsnership: Available after 12 months of employment, subject to satisfactory performance, business needs, and UK immigration requirements.
About Vateri
Vateri is a climate technology company specialising in developing breakthrough processes that enable the permanent capture and mineralisation of CO₂ into high-performance construction materials. Our technology supports a lower-carbon future in the construction industry by reducing concrete’s carbon footprint while enhancing its durability and performance.
Following a 10× scale-up, we are commissioning a pilot plant in Nottingham using real industrial flue gas to scale up our first commercial demonstrator. With collaboration from leading industrial partners and UK universities, we aim to accelerate the decarbonisation of global construction through innovative material science and sustainable engineering solutions.
The Role
We seek a Graduate Engineer to support pilot plant operations, CO₂-derived materials production, and concrete testing. You will work closely with our engineering and R&D teams, learning hands-on skills in process engineering, material science, and technology scale-up as we prepare for full commercialisation.
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Key Responsibilities
- Support the operation and commissioning of the pilot plant
- Produce and test CO₂-derived construction materials for industrial-scale testing
- Prepare, mix, cast, cure, and execute compressive/tensile strength tests on concrete and mortar specimens
- Operate laboratory and pilot-scale equipment (including mixers, cure cabinets, and testing machines)
- Collect, tabulate, and analyse experimental data
- Assist with equipment installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting
- Maintain detailed laboratory and production records
- Adhere to health and safety protocols across all activities
Essential Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a closely related discipline
- Interest and motivation in pilot plant operations, manufacturing processes, or construction materials research
- Practical experience in laboratory work, engineering projects, or field experiments
- Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills
- Willingness to undertake hands-on engineering tasks with hands-on precision
- Ability to interpret experimental data and contribute to troubleshooting solutions
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Desirable Experience
- Previous pilot plant operation or process-scale equipment experience
- Knowledge of concrete science, cement chemistry, or reinforced materials testing
- Hands-on experience with laboratory testing methods (including mechanical, chemical, or thermal analysis)
- Understanding of carbon capture technologies or sustainable construction strategies
What We Offer
- Unique industry exposure: Work on a frontier technology that directly impacts global emissions from cement production
- Hands-on project leadership: Lead pilot plant operations and material testing firsthand
- Mentorship: Collaborate with experienced professionals in climate technology engineering
- Industry partnerships: Connect with leading construction firms and universities for cutting-edge research
- Career progression: Transition into a permanent engineering or technical role as the company scales
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