Lead Chemical Engineer
Fairbrics
Antwerp, Belgium
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…).
Preferred 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.
Additionally:
- Safety analysis skills (HAZOP, HAZID…);
- Familiarity with electrolyzer units, heterogenous/homogenous catalytic systems;
- Experience with liquid/gas and/or high-pressure processes.
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