Process Lead - Desalination (WET IC)

Larsen & Toubro

The Role

Overview

Design and optimize seawater RO desalination systems, from engineering to commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

  • system design
  • system simulation
  • performance analysis
  • membrane optimization
  • hydraulic calculations
  • testing support

Tasks

-Design and size RO trains, pumps, pretreatment units (coagulation, media filtration, UF), and post-treatment (remineralization, CO₂ dosing). -Participate in HAZOP, design reviews (3D model reviews, RAM studies), and risk assessments. -Review and analyze laboratory data, pilot trials, and membrane autopsy reports. -Train operations teams on membrane cleaning procedures (CIP), energy optimization, and water quality control. -Conduct system simulations to predict performance under varying feedwater conditions. -Develop mass and energy balances, PFDs, and P&IDs for seawater RO desalination systems. -Diagnose and resolve process bottlenecks, membrane fouling, scaling, or plant underperformance. -Perform recovery, energy consumption, and membrane fouling rate analysis. -Analyze and optimize membrane performance using software -Coordinate interdisciplinary interfaces with civil, electrical, instrumentation, and mechanical teams. -Perform hydraulic calculations for multiport vessels and high-pressure piping networks. -Support factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), and commissioning. -Lead or review engineering deliverables: design reports, datasheets, BOQs, and technical specifications. -Prepare detailed specifications for equipment: pressure vessels, membranes, dosing systems, and chemical treatment units. -Evaluate energy recovery devices (ERDs) and design pressure exchanger systems.

The Company

About Larsen & Toubro

-A small Bombay firm that evolved into a global powerhouse. -Expanded into major infrastructure and industrial projects worldwide. -Delivers EPC projects in energy, transport, and defense. -Notable projects include power plants, metro rail systems, hydrocarbon facilities, and naval vessels across emerging markets. -Subsidiaries like LTIMindtree and L&T Technology Services drive its footprint in digital engineering and consulting. -Known for tackling large-scale, complex assignments in defense, power, urban transit, and marine engineering.

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