Process Engineering Leader - CCUS Start-up - Cambridgeshire (hybrid) - Salary DOE + up to 5% equity
Are you ready to shape the engineering direction of a pioneering climate tech company tackling one of the toughest challenges in industry — decarbonisation?
We're partnering with an early-stage start-up developing breakthrough industrial decarbonisation technologies, focused on CCUS (Carbon Capture, Utilisation & Storage) and gas separation/conversion systems. This is a rare opportunity to join the leadership team at a company whose technology has the potential to transform heavy industry's emissions profile.
The Opportunity
As the Process Engineering Leader, you'll take ownership of the technical roadmap — leading process design, scale‑up, and integration from pilot to full-scale deployment. You'll work closely with the CEO, CTO, and commercial leadership to turn innovation into scalable, commercially viable solutions with real‑world impact.
Key Responsibilities
* Define and lead the company's engineering strategy and execution.
* Oversee development and scale‑up of novel CCUS and gas processing technologies.
* Build and mentor a high‑performing, multidisciplinary engineering team.
* Collaborate with industrial partners, universities, and technology vendors.
* Drive best practice across safety, environmental, and quality standards.
What We're Looking For
* Master's degree in Chemical/Process Engineering (or equivalent experience).
* 10+ years of experience developing CCUS and/or gas separation/conversion technologies.
* Demonstrable success in scaling clean or process technologies from lab to industrial deployment.
* Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
* A passion for innovation and building technology that matters.
What's on Offer
Join a purpose‑driven start‑up where your decisions and expertise will directly influence the success and impact of the company.
Benefits include:
* Equity participation
* Up to 27 days' annual leave + bank holidays
* 4% pension contribution
At Adepto Technical Recruitment, we're proud to support forward‑thinking climate tech companies driving change across the industrial landscape. If you're an accomplished process or engineering leader ready to take on a career‑defining challenge, we'd love to hear from you.
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