Snr Chemical Engineer

Number of employees

22

Berlin

Posted on: 2026-01-13

Category: carbon

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Employment type:

Full time

Experience required:

Senior

Salary

Salary not provided

About the company:

At Ucaneo we develop a pioneering Direct Air Capture technology. Ucaneo's state-of-the-art electrochemical technology mimics the human lung and how CO2 is managed in the human body. Utilising electricity and a specialised biomimetic solvent, Ucaneo removes atmospheric CO2 at continuous regeneration at room temperature, concentrating CO2 into a pure gas ready for industrial use. The DAC technology is highly energy-efficient and compatible with variable intermittent renewable energy sources such as solar and wind energy, allowing for energy price arbitrage and a flexible, on-demand CO2 removal. 

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

You'll own the simulation and process development of our full DAC system — defining what needs to be tested, translating empirical findings into models, and turning those insights into robust scale-up decisions. Your work will lay the foundation for scaling and continuously improving our DAC technology.
A rare opportunity to work at the frontier of climate-tech — with real ownership, real complexity, and real impact.

Key points
  • Own and develop the simulation suite across the full DAC process
  • Create, validate, and continuously improve process models
  • Supervise externally commissioned research and studies
  • Bridge empirical lab-scale results into scalable engineering designs

Your profile

Skills & Experience
  • Master’s degree or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in process engineering, with a strong focus on separation technology or gas–liquid systems.
  • Demonstrated experience in experimental design, process testing, and data analysis.
  • Solid understanding of fluid dynamics, mass transfer, liquid distribution, and water management.
  • Experience with AspenPlus, KGTower, or similar simulation tools.
  • Familiarity with PFDs, P&IDs, H&MBs, and process safety documentation.
Workstyle and culture
  • Thinks in systems and owns outcomes — not just tasks
  • Fast learner who quickly grasps complex topics and stays curious about the problem, not just the solution
  • Combines scientific rigour with pragmatic, hands-on, build-and-learn instincts
  • Authentic, reflective, and self-organised — brings structure without losing speed
  • Comfortable with ambiguity and effective at working across cross-functional teams
  • Clear and direct communicator with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, with strong active listening skills
Other
  • Valid Work Permit for Germany, or able to obtain a permit
  • Location: Exiting industrial Co-Working Space in Marzahn where we have our own industrial halls to build

Benefits

  • Unique experience contributing to a first-of-a-kind climate-tech project (tFOAK).
  • 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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