- Fairbrics
- Antwerp, Belgium (Remote)
- Full-time
Lead Chemical Engineer
- Fairbrics
Antwerp, Belgium
Full-time
Published:
- Fairbrics
Antwerp, Belgium
Full-time
Published:
ABOUT US:
Fairbrics upcycles CO2 to replace fossil energy in the chemical industry for a greener future.
Starting its journey with the fashion industry, Fairbrics has created the first sustainable fabrics out of CO2 waste giving fashion brands and their customers the power to make our world greener for the next generations.
Fairbrics is also expanding its unique technology to address the packaging and the chemical industry.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
We are looking for a Lead Chemical Engineer in our industrialization team. They will effectively translate the outcomes of catalytic chemistry research from the R&D team into plant manufacturing specifications and requirements at all relevant phases.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Other
COMPENSATION AND PERKS:
RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Fairbrics upcycles CO2 to replace fossil energy in the chemical industry for a greener future.
Starting its journey with the fashion industry, Fairbrics has created the first sustainable fabrics out of CO2 waste giving fashion brands and their customers the power to make our world greener for the next generations.
Fairbrics is also expanding its unique technology to address the packaging and the chemical industry.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
We are looking for a Lead Chemical Engineer in our industrialization team. They will effectively translate the outcomes of catalytic chemistry research from the R&D team into plant manufacturing specifications and requirements at all relevant phases.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Play a leading role in the scale-up of Fairbrics technology from the R&D lab to the kilo-lab , pilot and the plant scales including batch and continuous processes;
- Manage a team of chemists / chemical engineers and the laboratory itself, including maintenance of chemicals and equipment supply, troubleshooting instruments;
- Implement and follow safety procedures in the kilo-lab and support the chemical process safety studies (flammability, exothermicity…);
- Coordinate with the R&D team to ensure alignment on technical needs and project execution for scaling up;
- Use substantial knowledge on reactors design to overcome the challenges of scaling-up a chemical process;
- Perform the required studies for the kilo-lab and pilot plant designs and sizing, as well as evaluating PFDs / P&IDs;
- Carry out engineering-driven financial analysis and cost-benefit calculations;
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge, remaining updated on the advantages and disadvantages of a broad range of process apparatus (reactors, distillation, gas separation, mixers…).
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- MSc or PhD in a technical field: chemical engineering, chemistry or equivalent;
- A least 5 years experience and knowledge in an industrial environment / engineering company / chemical laboratory;
- Ability to learn new topics with minimal guidance;
- Highly motivated and a team player;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills;
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment;
- Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize, and meet deadlines;
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail;
- Expertise in troubleshooting and process simulation are a plus;
- Fluency in English is required; French and Dutch are a plus.
Other
- Safety analysis skills (HAZOP, HAZID…);
- Familiarity with electrolyzer units, heterogenous / homogenous catalytic systems;
- Experience with liquid/gas and/or high-pressure processes.
COMPENSATION AND PERKS:
- Competitive compensation;
- Employee benefits;
- Key role in a dynamic start-up environment.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS:
- Telephone exchanges with HR;
- Interview with COO;
- Final interview with the founders.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
- Contract Type: Full-Time;
- Location: Antwerpen;
- Occasional remote authorized.
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