Chemical Engineer - Scale Up

Eleven are delighted to be partnering with a rapidly growing CleanTech start-up, who’s mission is accelerate the transition to Net-Zero by developing a circular manufacturing process, decarbonising an industry responsible for 4% of global emissions.

Having secured significant investment from leading European Venture Capitalists, the company are now expanding their European footprint by building their first manufacturing pilot line, as part of a European Union funded project.
To support scale-up efforts, they are now looking for a Chemical Engineer in their industrialization team.
 
This position will effectively translate the outcomes of catalytic chemistry research from the R&D team into plant manufacturing specifications and requirements at all relevant phases.

You Will

• Play a major role in the scale-up of technology from the lab to the pilot and the plant scales including batch and continuous processes under the supervision of a chemical engineer
• Carry out process simulation studies on a dedicated software (e.g. ASPEN) for plant optimization and energy efficiency.
• Perform mass balance and heat balance calculations as well as mass transfer studies.
• Perform design and sizing calculations of process equipment as well as evaluating PFDs / P&IDs in partnership with an engineering company.

About You

• MSc or PhD in chemical engineering
• 1-2 years plus in industrial environment / engineering company
• Expertise in process simulation (Aspen HYSYS, Aspen plus, ProII...) is required
• Ability to work with autonomy and with a proactive mindset.
• Highly motivated and a team player! 

What You Can Expect

• An opportunity to develop ground-breaking technology, with the potential to lead the way for decarbonising industry
• Working with likeminded, innovative individuals in a collaborative, dynamic start-up environment
• Competitive salary and package