Chemical Process Engineer/ Chemist/ Materials Engineer

SENIOR CHEMICAL PROCESS ENGINEER - Hydrometallurgy & Metal Extraction (m/f/d)

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Join us in transforming the future of transportation! We're on a mission to pioneer innovative and sustainable environmental technologies, with a focus on electrifying the world through cutting-edge electromobility solutions. As pioneers, leading the way in the transformation of the energy system landscape, we are dedicated to reshaping entire industries to achieve our vision of Sustaining our World with Innovative Technologies. Our corporate values enable us to realize our goals and determine our actions in every challenge. Be a driving force for change and be part of a team shaping a cleaner, more connected tomorrow. Your impact starts here!

JOB OVERVIEW

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Chemical Engineer with expertise in Hydrometallurgy, Green Chemistry, Extraction, Metal Recovery, Material Separation, Industrial System, and Process Development. The goal is to develop initiatives to improve the chemical processing of recycled battery materials to the highest purity and quality and enable remanufacturing of batteries. Tasks include improving recycling performance, recovering high-quality products, investigating reuse opportunities, and developing upcycling technologies. Further, the tasks also include developing innovative chemical processes for next-generation battery compounds.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Project and product management in chemical fields, focusing on material recovery, purification, crystallization, and Hydrometallurgy.

1. Methodology planning, testing, and implementation.
2. Chemical process development for metal compounds and single elements.
3. Process validation and optimization to maximize the recovery rate of reusable battery materials.
4. Familiarize oneself with Lithium-Ion Battery End of Life treatment strategies and methodologies.
5. Define Hydrometallurgy treatments for common and novel electrode materials.
6. Develop treatment strategies to increase purity and material quality.
7. Conduct benchmarking and material characterization.
8. Research relevant methods/techniques from various sources for data.
9. Evaluate and combine multistage results for process overview.
10. Define processing standards and maintain a thriving working environment.
11. Support the definition of project frameworks, tasks, assignments, studies, etc.
12. Process designing, optimization, and upscaling to surpass project and company vision.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's/Master's in Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related field. 3+ years of experience in chemical process designing, batch processing, balance calculations, chemical process safety, device, and material selection. 2+ years of process and laboratory knowledge in material and metal recovery from aqueous or organic solutions. Proven experience in Hydrometallurgy, battery materials, and recycling strategies. Knowledge of battery materials, testing, and repurposing. Familiarity with Lithium-ion battery functionality, implemented materials, critical raw materials, electrochemistry. Familiar with Agile work methodologies and tools. Strong analytical thinking, self-driven, and high decision-making skills. Proficient in written and spoken English.

FURTHER DETAILS

Starting date: Mai 2024
Location: Dubai/UAE
Contract type: Full-time/unlimited

INTERESTED

Then we look forward to receiving your full application including:
- Motivation letter
- CV or LinkedIn profile link
- Job references

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