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Employment type:
Full time
Experience required:
Intermediate
Salary
Salary not provided
About the company:
Climate change is a global problem and needs to be tackled at scale. Therefore, we set the goal to capture 0.5 GT of CO2 from the air by 2035 - roughly the same weight as all humans on earth combined!
After the first promising results we are currently scaling-up our technology. If you want to join an ambitious team with lots of freedom and growth check out our career page. We are looking for talents in the area of chemical engineering, electrochemistry and mechanical engineering and cannot wait to meet you!
Your mission
As a Junior Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Specialist, you will play a foundational role in shaping how Ucaneo understands, quantifies, and improves the environmental performance of our Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology.
Because LCA is core to the credibility, optimization, and commercial viability of any carbon removal solution, this role requires strong methodological grounding and the ability to execute LCA work with rigor, traceability, and depth.
You will work closely with engineering, operations, and external partners, gaining exposure to how lifecycle data, operational learnings, and system design choices shape carbon performance, product direction, and commercial viability.
Key responsibilities
Build, maintain, and continuously improve LCA models for DAC systems (from demonstration scale to commercial systems)
Apply sound LCA methodology, including system boundary definition, allocation procedures, uncertainty considerations, and sensitivity analysis
Populate and maintain Life Cylce Inventory (LCI) data using supplier, engineering, and operational inputs
Support MRV-related data preparation, documentation, and consistency checks to ensure auditable, standards-aligned carbon accounting
Analyze key environmental performance drivers (materials, energy, utilities, infrastructure) and identify hotspots and improvement levers
Support internal and external reporting related to lifecycle carbon performance, including customer-facing and regulatory documentation
Your profile
Skills & Experience
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering, Industrial Ecology, Sustainability Science, Energy Systems, or a related fieldFirst hands-on experience with Life Cycle Assessment (academic projects, internships, thesis, or early-career roles)
Familiarity with LCA tools and databases (e.g. openLCA, SimaPro, ecoinvent, GaBi)
Understanding of LCA standards (ISO 14040/44)
Curiosity for how environmental data influences technology design and decision-making
Fluent English (German is a plus)
Workstyle and culture
Curious & Hands-on: You have an open mind, a practical mentality, and thrive in dynamic, fast-paced startup environments.
Authentic Team Player: You are reflective, value clarity, and communicate effectively across cross-functional teams to drive positive impact.
Structured & Independent: You maintain focus, organize your work effectively, and drive topics forward independently.
Good Listener: You actively listen to understand diverse perspectives and collaborate effectively.
Other
Valid work permit for Germany, or eligibility to obtain one.
Benefits
Unique experience contributing to first-of-a-kind climate-tech projects.
A steep learning curve, exposure to cross-functional challenges, and the ability to shape a project from the ground up.
Fast-paced, collaborative environment where your decisions have a real impact.
Competitive compensation and personal growth opportunities.
Employee stock options
Learning and development Budget
Regular team events
Subsidized BVG ticket
Laptop and your individual work set up
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