Technical Assistant R&D - Catalyxx
hace 2 días
Seville
About Catalyxx We are a proven and innovative company developing biobased green chemistry to produce n-butanol, n-hexanol and an n-Octanol mixture that range from Carbon negative to Carbon neutral for a broad range of sustainable applications and markets. Our catalysts help industrial clients around the World to decarbonize their products. At Catalyxx, we combine bio feedstock with a petrochemical process to produce identical chemicals… only better. Catalyxx transforms bioethanol into drop-in, cost-competitive, carbon-negative chemicals. We enable our customers to de-risk their supply chain and reduce CO2 emissions without sacrificing profitability, existing infrastructure, or product performance. Our Mission Catalyxx is an innovative company whose mission is to be a global leader in catalytic chemistry that allows the replacement of petrochemical products, conventionally made of fossil materials, by the same molecules produced from renewable sources. Catalyxx is a pioneer in sustainable catalytic chemistry. Our purpose is to transform the global chemical industry by replacing fossil‑based molecules with renewable ones. Our catalysts are already helping industrial clients worldwide decarbonize their products and move toward a truly sustainable economy. If you’re motivated by projects with real impact, you’ll find that here. The Opportunity We are looking for a Technical Assistant R&D to act as direct technical support to the Control & Quality laboratory Supervisor. You will report directly to the Control & Quality laboratory Supervisor. As Catalyxx continues its strong growth both in Seville and internationally, we are entering a critical phase of expansion as we move toward industrialization. For this reason, we are looking for a highly motivated professional who can demonstrate strong commitment and reliability within the laboratory environment. This role is essential to ensuring the smooth operation of our lab during this pivotal stage. We seek someone eager to contribute, grow, and prove their value in a fast‑evolving company. What You Will Do Your mission will be to ensure the correct daily execution of the experimental, analytical and operational activity in the laboratory and pilot plant. The position has a key role within the laboratory team, the operational supervision of tests, the quality of the data generated and the continuity of the operation. • Perform and supervise catalytic tests in fixed-bed reactors at laboratory scale, following the technical guidelines defined by the Control & Quality laboratory Supervisor., • Actively support the development, synthesis and optimization of catalysts, participating in the preparation of materials, initial scales and experimental validation., • Ensure the correct operation of the reactors during the tests: preparation of loads, monitoring of operating conditions, control of critical variables and detection of deviations., • Collect, process and interpret reaction and distillation data using gas chromatography (GC), ensuring consistency and traceability of results., • Collaborate in the validation of results with bench and demonstration plant, acting as technical support during experimental campaigns., • Document experimental results and support the preparation of technical and analytical reports under the supervision of the Control & Quality laboratory Supervisor., • Supporting the development of operating manuals and quality control system. Promote improvement actions to optimize the use of all laboratory equipment, including the use of artificial intelligence tools., • Ensure the correct functioning of analytical (GC) and control and supervision (SCADA) systems, resolving first-level operational incidents., • Supervise and execute routine maintenance tasks of the laboratory and reactors: cleaning, regenerations, calibrations, change of gas cylinders and racks, safe handling of chemical products, replacement of tubing, valves and accessories., • Maintain and update data analysis structures (Excel, Karl Fischer), ensuring the quality of the report and correct document management., • Manage consumables, reagents and operational needs of the laboratory, informing the Laboratory Manager of deviations or special needs., • Eventually in case of need, being a support in plant demo contributing to the continuity and stability of the operation. What We´re Looking For • Degree in chemistry or chemical engineering., • Some experience in laboratory environments., • Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint for analysis and reporting of results., • Spanish and level B1 English. Key Skills (Must to Have) • Organization and technical supervision of daily laboratory activities., • Ability to act as a technical liaison between management and laboratory., • Rigor in documentation, data traceability and compliance with procedures. Key Skills (Nice to Have) • Master’s degree in chemical engineering, Advanced Chemistry or Catalysis., • Demonstrable experience in catalytic reactor operation and gas chromatography., • Familiarity with catalytic condensation reactions and zeolite and hydrotalcite-based catalysts., • High experimental and operational capacity in catalytic laboratory., • Advanced gas chromatography, data analysis, and quality control., • Knowledge of SCADA and data acquisition systems., • Knowledge of basic engineering documentation: PFD, P&ID, MEB, equipment lists., • Training in Occupational Risk Prevention. Why join Catalyxx • A one‑of‑a‑kind industrial project in Europe with real environmental impact., • Direct interaction with European institutions and senior decision‑makers., • A dynamic, innovative environment with long‑term vision., • The chance to leave your mark on a pioneering, first‑of‑its‑kind plant.
