Production Engineer

Nuada is a vibrant Cleantech business based in Belfast. It has developed an exciting next-generation carbon capture system which will be critical in the fight against climate change. Having secured partnerships with leading cement manufacturers, the Company is scaling its technology; building infield pilots, and showcasing the exciting potential of its ultra-energy efficient capture system to help decarbonise many hard-to-abate industries, turbocharging our pathway to Net-Zero.

With the rapid development of our innovative carbon capture system, we are now in the process of scaling this technology and are seeking to employ a highly committed production chemist/engineer to aid with this scale-up. The primary functions of the successful candidate will be to aid with the large-scale production of MOFs via our patented mechanochemical process. The role will also encompass several additional duties that may be required by the company from time to time. Key responsibilities include:

·        MOF production using green mechanochemical approaches.

·        Process development and upscaling for chemical synthesis and shaping.

·        Characterisation of  materials using a variety of analytical techniques including powder x-ray diffraction, thermo-gravimetric analysis, crush strength analysis and CO2 physisorption.

·        Procurement of materials and equipment.

Working as part of a highly committed team of chemists and engineers

Requirements

·        Bachelor or Master Level Degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.

·        Excellent practical laboratory skills.

·        Problem-solving skills.

·        Organisational skills.

·        Good sense of initiative.

·        Attention to detail.

·        Ability to multitask.

·        Strong communication skills.

·        Highly committed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and equity package
• 35 days holiday (inc. Bank Holidays) plus your birthday off.
• Generous pension contribution
• Private health insurance
• Income Protection and life insurance
• The opportunity to continue to develop both personally and professionally, in our rapidly growing company.
• A brilliant company culture that encourages initiative, collaboration, and positivity at work
• Working on projects where your skills can quickly make an impact.
• Recognition for delivering a new, world-leading, technology.