Engineer (m/f/d) Chemical Engineer, Process Engineering in the field of Systemic Integration

Limited until July 2027, full-time

Your mission is to scale up innovative technologies and develop sustainable recycling solutions for modified raw materials and fiber waste within the BMBF-funded project (Model Factory Paper research cluster) with a focus on “Systemic Integration”. As a chemical engineer, you will be at the forefront of process development and ensure the seamless transition of our technologies from concept to large-scale application. Your expertise will be instrumental in optimizing fiber modification, advancing drying processes and refining other process innovations, while implementing efficient recycling strategies to improve the sustainability of industrial papermaking.

You will work closely with experienced professionals at the interface of science and the paper industry in an interdisciplinary and collaborative working environment.

Your mission

Your tasks

Your expertise is needed to develop and optimize processes and scale up various technologies from lab scale to industrial application, including fiber modifications, drying techniques and other relevant processes
You will work to bridge the gap between basic research and current industrial papermaking processes to identify scaling opportunities and transfer projects
You will develop and implement sustainable recycling strategies for modified materials and fiber waste to minimize waste volumes and environmental impact
You will work with research and development teams to improve technological processes and assess their economic and environmental feasibility
You will conduct comparative studies on the recyclability of modified fibers and new additives
You integrate the fiber and additive supply in biochemical refinery systems
You optimize the use of waste in integrated biorefinery systems
You carry out feasibility studies, cost analyses and risk assessments in relation to process upscaling and recycling
You will ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations in all technological processes and recycling
You will actively work in multidisciplinary teams to exchange ideas, discuss and find the best solutions

You have successfully completed a Master’s degree in chemical engineering, process engineering or a related field
The topics of environmentally friendly processes and sustainability (in the paper industry) are important to you
You have experience in upscaling laboratory technologies to pilot or industrial scale – ideally within research or industrial projects and multidisciplinary teams
You have already proven your ability to work independently and have taken responsibility for your (sub-)projects
You are familiar with recycling techniques and their evaluation – preferably you are also familiar with sustainability standards, the circular economy and industrial waste management
You have strong problem-solving and project management skills
Experience in working with external partners from industry and science is an advantage

Your profile

What we offer

Temporary employment until July 2027
The Modellfabrik Papier is subject to the prohibition of better employment. The salary structure at Modellfabrik Papier is based on the TV-L and is in the [13] range for this vacancy, subject to appropriate qualifications
The opportunity to support pioneering research projects for the paper industry and thus make your own contribution to a sustainable future
Collaboration with an innovative and dynamic team in an excellent working atmosphere with your own creative freedom
You will expand your network within science and the paper industry
Opportunity for mobile working and flexitime arrangements as the basis for family-friendly and flexible working conditions
You will receive support in the further development of your scientific career
Modern and excellently equipped research laboratory with a high degree of digitalization
You will experience an open and constructive feedback culture based on regular and two-way feedback discussions between employees and their supervisors or colleagues, enabling you to develop continuously
Opportunity to participate in regular team and company events
Networking events to share projects, ideas and interests
Participation in specialist conferences, training courses and further education to keep you up to date and expand your specialist knowledge

Location

The Modellfabrik Papier will be built on the site of the Innovation Quarter at the Düren train station. Until the completion of our new building in early 2025, our activities will take place at the Jülich Research Center. Further office space is currently located in the CO_SPACE.DN.

Application documents to be submitted

Meaningful cover letter
Curriculum vitae
References
Desired/possible starting date
Salary expectation

We are looking forward to your application!
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Further information

We look forward to receiving your application

Your contact person:

Peter Bekaert

CEO

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