Industry talks
Bridging Knowledge and Careers in Chemical Engineering – Learn, Connect, and Prepare for Your Future!
Our ‘Industry Talks’ series explore how chemical engineering concepts are applied in the industry and offer the opportunity to discover new careers in the field. These sessions feature insights from experienced industry leaders, offering students practical advice on securing internships, preparing for interviews, and transitioning into the workforce.
Are you an undergraduate or postgraduate student?
These sessions are a great opportunity to connect with professionals, stay informed about the latest industry trends, and gain the knowledge you need to navigate your career path with confidence.
Are you an industry leader?
Join us as a guest speaker! Your participation will help shape the next generation of chemical engineers, offering them a deeper understanding of the field and guiding them in their career journeys.
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Our guest speakers:
Dr. David Lyons
Former Senior Executive
Dr. David Lyons is a chemistry expert with a BSc and PhD from Imperial College London. He began his career at BP Chemicals in the UK, holding various roles in development and technical services before moving to Australia in 1995 to manage business development for BP Chemicals Australia and New Zealand.
In 1999, he joined PricewaterhouseCoopers as a Director in R&D Tax Concession, advising startups and developing consulting products. He later worked at James Hardie as Technical Manager and General Manager of Research and Product Development in the Asia Pacific region.
In 2015, he became Technical Director, Business Development at Lhoist North America. After retiring in May 2024, he returned to Central Coast NSW, where he aims to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers.
Simon McGrillen
Technical Lead, Enviropacific
Simon McGrillen is a technical lead with a focus on solving water-related challenges and optimising processes for people, environments, and businesses. With experience at Enviropacific and Nalco Water, he has managed customer relationships, led technical projects, and driven process improvements in various industry settings.
Simon holds a Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering from UNSW. He is always eager to connect with others who share his passion for innovative water solutions.
Mr. Peter Trimboli
Engineered Products General Manager, SAS
Peter is a UNSW Chemical Engineer graduate and has over 35 years’ experience as a practicing chemical engineer, all of it in the water industry. Most of that was as a Process Engineer & Manager at Memcor, a leading low pressure membrane manufacturer.
Peter is now the Engineering Manager at SAS Water Solutions, where he leads a small team that design all kinds of water & wastewater systems and support water treatment plant operations & maintenance. He has hired, managed and mentored many young engineers throughout his career.
