R&D Laboratory Technical Expert

Altea Energy; France; Sur place; EUR 45 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading company in energy innovation is seeking a Business Developer with expertise in chemical engineering to design laboratory experiments and collaborate on international research projects. The role involves working on carbon capture technologies and requires a strong educational background in chemistry or a related field. Candidates should have proven abilities in running lab experiments and interpreting complex data.

Qualifications

• Educational background in chemistry or engineering at master's or doctoral level.
• Hands-on experience with solvents and lab equipment.
• Experience with international R&D collaborations advantageous.

Responsabilités

• Design and configure experimental setups for CO₂ absorption.
• Analyze data and document findings for reporting.

Connaissances

Carbon capture technologies

Laboratory experiment management

Data interpretation

Chemical process evaluation

English proficiency

Formation

Master’s degree or PhD in Physical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Material Science

Description du poste

Location: Artix, France (with international travel)

Duration: 12 Months

Renewable: To be confirmed

Status: Residential

Missions / Service Dimensions

The expert will be responsible for designing and conducting experimental work on the new solvent system. This includes setting up laboratory test benches, operating experiments, and contributing to a multidisciplinary research effort in collaboration with teams focused on thermodynamics and reaction kinetics.

Main Responsibilities

Preparation Phase

• Familiarize with the solvent and existing test procedures during the initial mission in Tokyo.
• Design and configure experimental setups in the local R&D center.

Execution

• Conduct bench-scale CO₂ absorption experiments using the precipitating amine solvent.
• Manage qualification and commissioning of the test benches.

Analysis & Reporting

• Analyze experimental data, assess performance against benchmarks.
• Document and synthesize findings into technical reports.
• Ensure clear communication and regular updates to project stakeholders.
• Liaise with the thermodynamics and kinetics teams to integrate findings.
• Ensure coordination with the international partner for knowledge alignment and project consistency.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Master’s degree or PhD in Physical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Material Science.
• Languages: English - Professional proficiency (spoken and written).
• Experience:
  • Demonstrated experience in carbon capture technologies, particularly post-combustion absorption processes.
  • Proven ability to run laboratory experiments and interpret complex data.
  • Hands-on expertise in equipment qualification, solvent handling, and chemical process evaluation.
  • Knowledge of thermodynamic and reaction kinetic principles is a plus.
  • Experience in collaborative R&D projects with international stakeholders is an advantage.

Additional Notes

We are looking for a Business Developer in Transport – Mid size to join our consulting team for a project in France.

We are also seeking a Logistics Business Developer in Suriname to join our team for an Oil & Gas project.

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