Chemical Process Engineer (m|w|d)

Worn Again; Winterthur; Vor Ort; CHF 80’000 - 120’000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to revolutionizing textile recycling! As a Chemical Process Engineer, you will lead innovative process development and engineering efforts at a cutting-edge facility in Winterthur, Switzerland. Your role is crucial in scaling up our unique recycling technology, which aims to significantly reduce textile waste. Collaborate within a dynamic international team, enjoy flexible working hours, and contribute to a sustainable future. With a competitive salary package and opportunities for growth, this role is perfect for those passionate about making a real impact in sustainable technology.

Leistungen

Competitive salary package

Stock options

Flexible working hours

Flat hierarchies

Concise decision-making paths

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years of experience in process engineering within chemical or polymer industries.
• Master’s Degree in Chemical or Process Engineering required.

Aufgaben

• Lead and manage process development and engineering for textile recycling.
• Oversee equipment manufacturing and ensure project execution on time.

Kenntnisse

Process Development

Project Management

Problem Solving

Fluid Mechanics

Process Simulation Software

Team Collaboration

English Fluency

German Language Skills

Ausbildung

Master’s Degree in Chemical or Process Engineering

Tools

Pro-II

Jobbeschreibung

Chemical Process Engineer (m|w|d), for working on the unique textile recycling process

About Worn Again: We will eliminate textile waste and create a world where resources are kept in a constant cycle. And you can be a part of it!

Challenge: Millions of tons of textiles are dumped in landfills and combustion plants worldwide every year. Despite huge demand for recycled clothing, currently, less than 1% of used textiles are recycled back into fibres.

Solution: Our cutting-edge recycling technology can separate, clean and extract polyester and cotton from end-of-life textiles and produce Circular Polyester and Forest-friendly Cellulose. Information can be found at Home – Worn Again Technologies.

Role: Are you ready to be at the forefront of innovative textile recycling technology? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

Worn Again is on the lookout for a skilled Chemical Process Engineer. Your primary focus will be to lead the process development and engineering, alongside the construction of our new Accelerator plant in Winterthur, Switzerland. After the successful commissioning & operation of the Accelerator, the role will be central to further process development and scale-up of the process to commercial scale.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage process development and engineering.
• Oversee equipment manufacturing, installation and commissioning of equipment.
• Ensure timely and on-budget execution of projects.
• Drive the scale-up of chemical recycling processes to commercial levels.

Profile: You should enjoy working in an international, dynamic team and have a flexible, creative, and collaborative approach to problem solving. You look forward to independently planning, organising, and executing projects on time and on budget. You should bring the appropriate skillset:

• Master’s Degree in Chemical or Process Engineering or comparable.
• 5+ years of experience in a process engineering position.
• Operational experience within chemical, oil and gas, or polymer processing industries.
• Ability to work with process simulation and fluid mechanics software, e.g., Pro-II.
• Fluent in English and possible German language skills.
• Experience in Switzerland is a plus.
• Willing to travel (up to 20%) for needed trials within the EU, UK, and Switzerland.
• Enjoy flexible working hours and flat hierarchies with concise decision-making paths.
• Be part of the revolutionary change in textile recycling.
• Competitive salary package and stock options.

Working time: 100% position; A work permit in Switzerland is required for this position.

Start date and location: ASAP in Winterthur.

If you are ready to make a significant impact in the world of sustainable technology and meet the above criteria, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to embark on a fulfilling journey with Worn Again.