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…).

• 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

Additionall

• Safety analysis skills (HAZOP, HAZID…)

• Familiarity with electrolyzer units, heterogenous / homogenous catalytic systems

• Experience with liquid/gas and/or high-pressure processes.

• first telephone interview with the person in charge of human resources 

• hysical / video interview with the CEO

• Physical interview in Antwerp and meeting with the team