Jetzt bewerben: Chemist - Process Development (f/m/x) bei Primobius GmbH in Hilchenbach – Deine Karriere beginnt hier

As an experienced process development chemist, you will play a key role in the team advancing our battery recycling operations in our commercial demonstration plan. Your key responsibilities include, among others:

• Designing and conducting experiments to optimize and scale up battery recycling processes at the commercial demonstration plant.
• Assess raw materials, intermediate products, and final products, employing various analytical techniques and instrumentation.
• Collaborate closely with R&D and Engineering teams to offer process development insights and chemical expertise, aiding in the continuous improvement and innovation of battery recycling processes.
• Develop and validate analytical methods for material characterization and quality control, ensuring accuracy, precision, and reproducibility.
• Contribute to the creation of standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety protocols, and best practices for chemical processes and laboratory operations.
• Work cross-functionally to troubleshoot process issues, identify root causes, and propose effective solutions to enhance process efficiency and product quality.
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment, oversee chemical procurement, and ensure smooth laboratory operations.
• Accurately document experimental procedures, results, and findings in technical reports and laboratory notebooks to maintain data integrity and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in pilot-scale and full-scale production trials to transfer optimized processes to the commercial demonstration plant.
• Stay informed about the latest advancements in battery recycling technologies, chemical processes, and analytical methods, contributing to the organization's scientific knowledge base.

You have completed a Master's or Ph.D. degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related field with a focus on process development, chemical analysis, or materials science. We value:

• Demonstrated expertise in process development, optimization, and scale-up, preferably in battery recycling or related industries.
• Proficiency in a wide range of analytical techniques such as spectroscopy, chromatography, microscopy, and electrochemical methods.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, critical thinking skills, and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills for effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience working with hazardous chemicals and adherence to laboratory safety regulations.
• Familiarity with process simulation software, statistical analysis tools, and quality management systems is beneficial.

As an innovative and internationally active employer, we convince you with performance-based compensation. Additionally, we offer you the opportunity to balance family and work optimally, with flexible working hours and the option of remote work.