Chemical Engineer (f/m/d)

aevoloop GmbH; Leipzig; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A pioneering deep-tech startup is seeking a Process Engineer to develop and scale up innovative processes for recycling plastic waste into sustainable materials. The role focuses on process engineering, with collaboration alongside chemists and technicians. Ideal candidates have experience in gas-liquid processes, process simulation, and a strong understanding of polymer science. Join our mission for a circular economy and a sustainable future.

Leistungen

Hansefit membership

Fresh fruit

Regular team events

Qualifikationen

• Minimum two years’ industrial experience in gas-liquid processes.
• Solid understanding of polymer science and applications.
• Hands-on mindset and ability to work efficiently across disciplines.

Aufgaben

• Develop upcycling processes for plastic waste into reusable materials.
• Build and refine gas-liquid and gas-solid processes.
• Prepare technical reports and ensure compliance with SHEQ and sustainability standards.

Kenntnisse

Gas-liquid processes

Process engineering

Techno-economic analysis

HAZOP analysis

Polymer science

Good communication skills in English

Ausbildung

Degree in Chemical Engineering or Process Engineering (M.Sc.)

PhD in relevant field (advantageous)

Tools

Process simulation software

Jobbeschreibung

Your mission

• Develop and scale up aevoloop’s innovative process for upcycling plastic waste streams into the building blocks for our novel polyester-based plastics, up to a 100+ kt/a world-scale process.
• Build and refine end-to-end gas-liquid / gas-solid processes, starting from the dosing of plastic waste streams, identifying the right reaction conditions, until aevoloop’s key intermediates are formed.
• Design and set up kg-lab scale batch and t-scale pilot continuous processes.
• Perform techno-economic assessments, process simulations, and mass and energy balance calculations in order to identify the ideal upcycling process.
• You will work alongside seasoned chemists and a team of technicians that you will train in the practical aspects of process engineering.
• Prepare technical reports and patent disclosures.
• Ensure SHEQ and sustainability standards are met in all laboratory, pilot and production activities, with a focus on HAZOP analysis and process safety.
  
  

Your profile

• Degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering or a related field (M.Sc.) with experience in gas-liquid processes. Ideally, you have a PhD in this field.
• A minimum of two years’ industrial experience in gas-liquid / gas-solid process development and upscaling from kg-lab to t-pilot scale.
• A solid understanding of polymer science, particularly polyolefins, including their applications, formulation, and behaviour.
• Expertise in gasification and partial oxidation processes is advantageous.
• Well-versed in HAZOP analysis, process simulation, techno-economic analysis, and mass and energy balancing.
• Excellent communication skills in English (written and spoken); German language skills are advantageous.
• You bring a hands-on mindset, structure your work efficiently, and collaborate seamlessly across disciplines – even under the dynamics of a fast-paced start-up environment.
  
  

Why us?

• Pioneers in Next-Gen-Plastics – help redesign plastics for a truly circular economy.
• Mission & Values – curiosity, transparency and responsibility guide us daily.
• Startup Mentality – flat hierarchies, agile work and regular workshops.
• Fast Growth – steep learning curves, regular growth talks and plenty of room to scale your role with the company.
• Well-being Perks – Hansefit membership and fresh fruit boost your overall health and well-being.
• Team Spirit – interdisciplinary crew that challenges norms, enjoys regular team events and drives real innovation.
• Leipzig Hub – thrive in an emerging tech hotspot.
• Code of Conduct – integrity, fairness and inclusivity are non-negotiable.
  
  

Contact

If you have any questions about working at aevoloop or our vacancies, contact us by mail at [e-mail].

About Us

We are aevoloop: A fast-scaling deep-tech startup pioneering Next-Gen-Plastics. Contrary to common belief, plastics remain indispensable where no alternative exists, from critical medical devices to protective gear. That’s why we re-engineer polymers from the ground up, merging the advantages of classic plastics — high-performance and versatile — with a new era of sustainability: turning plastic waste into new materials that are fully circular and biodegradable.

Our mission is clear: Plastics are vital for a liveable future, so we develop next-generation materials that enable a truly circular economy. As we achieve new milestones and drive innovation, we continuously expand our team and expertise — giving you the chance to grow your career alongside our impact.

Our work is guided by five values: Pioneering, Conscientious, Disruptive, Transparent and Contributive. These drive us to unite the rigour of responsible research with playful innovation and to act as a trusted catalyst for sustainable material solutions.

You want to find out more?

• Get our latest news on LinkedIn or our News Blog
• YouTube | Deutscher Studienpreis 2022: Kunststoff-Recycling ohne Rückstände (Manuel Häußler), (German)
• YouTube | Recording: Forscher fragen: Die Plastikwende (2024) mit Manuel Häußler (German)
• Podcast | Interview with our Founder & CSO Manuel Häußler on the SPRIN-D Podcast (German)
  
  

Be part of our journey to close the loop on plastics and drive the circular economy forward!