2025.05.09
Matilda Jirblom is an investigation engineer
”I am inspired by working in an industry that contributes to the functioning of one of the pillars of society – clean water in the tap.”
What kind of education do you have?
– Master of Science in Environmental and Water Engineering, Uppsala University.
Why have you chosen to work in VA?
– I work in the water sector because it is an important societal function that should function flawlessly every day of the year. Today it is a given that the water from the tap is always drinkable, but few people think about how much technology and work goes into it. It is rewarding to work in an industry where the pursuit is the best interests of the environment and people.
Tell us about the job you have today!
– I work on developing solutions for waterworks that will meet the future need for drinking water. In the future, waterworks will need to be built to purify poorer raw water quality than today due to climate change, while the need for water will increase in urban areas as cities grow. It is important to be able to estimate future scenarios and find robust technologies that will work for several decades to come.
What does a typical day look like?
– During a day at my job, I often perform a mix of different tasks. I calculate the dimensions of process steps, chemical dosages and surface area requirements. I usually also investigate various questions about process selection by contacting existing facilities, suppliers or reading literature on the subject. I then document these conclusions, which form the basis for decisions in the project or for other disciplines to work on further.
