Process Development Engineer

2 weeks ago


England, United Kingdom DyeRecycle Full time

About us:

DyeRecycle is a colour & fibre innovation company. Our chemical technology recycles colours from textile waste while making waste fabric white to enable more efficient fibre recycling. Our vision is to create a future where planet-positive textiles are made through circular processes and transparent supply chains in every step of manufacturing. Our mission is to provide circular & inspiring solutions of recycled colours and fibres to reduce the textile industry’s dependence on virgin materials — without sacrificing performance or creativity. We are currently working on multiple testing & pilot projects with partners across the supply chain to evaluate and scale the technology.

The role

We are looking for an experienced strategic, decisive and forward-thinking Process Development Engineer to spearhead our technology development, accelerate our scale-up efforts, and drive commercialization processes. As one of the inaugural technical team members, you will play a pivotal role in establishing laboratory facilities and protocols, leading technology development initiatives encompassing process optimization, scale-up studies, and defining R&D strategies. You will lead a growing multidisciplinary team of +3 within Production and R&D, responsible for strategic decision making, team hiring and development, and ongoing adherence to project timelines and quality metrics.

Key responsibilities:
  1. Lead the design and optimization of processes for DyeRecycle technology, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and alignment with commercial objectives. Use your extensive experience to work with your team on design of experiments, data analysis, interpretation and documentation.
  2. Plan, resource and lead the scale-up of processes from laboratory to pilot-scale operations, facilitating seamless integration into commercial production.
  3. Utilize technoeconomic assessment tools to evaluate the viability and economic feasibility of process improvements and scale-up initiatives, informing decision-making and resource allocation.
  4. Strategically manage the patent portfolio to protect intellectual property and align with commercialization objectives, collaborating with legal and technical teams as needed.
  5. Engage in travel to manufacturing sites across Asia, Europe, and the US to oversee operations, troubleshoot issues, and foster relationships with partners and stakeholders.
  6. Build an exceptional technical culture, attracting and retaining a diverse group of high performing scientists and engineers.
  7. Responsible for adherence to health & safety and environmental matters, leading change initiatives to constantly be improving and performing in these areas.
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE

We welcome applicants that don’t necessarily tick all the boxes. If you feel that you tick most of them and are willing to learn the rest, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements:

  • MSc or PhD Degree in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Process Engineering or similar
  • Passion for sustainability and making an impact
  • Strong desire and skills to lead and inspire a team
  • Significant previous relevant Chemical Industry experience (at least 5 years) leading significant change; a proven track record of success in ambitious technical projects including scaling up a technology
  • Experience with pilot and demo scale material production processes in a similar space
  • Demonstrable multidisciplinary team leadership experience, driving high performance
  • Experience in IP strategies for scaling up technologies
  • Comfortable with rapid innovation cycles and constant growth that comes with working in a start-up - proactive and flexible to take on new tasks and challenges
  • Experience/working knowledge in lean/agile manufacturing methodologies

Beneficial Experience:

  • Experience with solvent-based processes
  • Expertise in textile production processes at a range of scales
  • Knowledge of textile chemistries and finishing
  • Design and sourcing of pilot and demo scale equipment
  • Experience writing grant and patent applications
Benefits
  • Highly competitive salary & pension plan
  • Private health insurance including dental
  • 25 days leave + 3 day winter shutdown and UK bank holidays
  • Central London location
  • Flexible working subject to agreement
  • Support from world leading experts and advisors
  • Regular Company events
  • Growth opportunity & building a new chemical technology
HIRING DETAILS

Desired start date: As soon as possible

Location: Central London

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