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Process scale-up engineer

DyeRecycle
Ups engineer
Posted: 13h ago
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DyeRecycle is a fibre and colour innovation company pioneering chemical technology that prepares textile waste feedstock for high-quality recycling. Our process decontaminates waste fabrics, removes dyes, and separates cotton fibres, creating clean, white material ready for efficient fibre-to-fibre recycling. By reclaiming colours and liberating pure fibres, we reduce contamination risks and maximise recyclability without compromising performance or creativity.

Our vision is to unlock textile waste recycling at scale, enabling a future where planet-positive textiles are produced through circular processes and transparent supply chains.

Our mission is to scale our innovation and integrate it seamlessly into the global textile supply chain, providing real and simple solutions to reduce the industry’s dependence on virgin material




Qualifications & Skills

* MSc or PhD in Chemical Process Engineering (Your first degree must be in process engineering)
* 5+ years of process design experience in a top tier design house or significant experience in R&D process scale-up.
* Prior experience in design and commissioning of to 1–2 pilot plant builds or scale-up projects
* Operational experience within chemical, oil and gas or polymer processing industries
* Experience in commissioning pilot plants
* Experience in powder/textile processing, filtration and slurry handling.
* Solvent-based process experience.
* Proficient in first principal process design calculations.
* Deep understanding of research driven design and ability to communicate with R&D team.
* Experience in solvent recovery, regeneration and wastewater treatment


Roles & Responsibilities:

* Lead the design and commercial deployment of novel processes from laboratory scale (1-10L) to pilot scale (100-1000L), including detailed characterization of critical process parameters and development of robust operating windows for key unit operations
* Hands-on operation of the pre-pilot stage phase, working on bench-scale rigs, interpreting data, and iterating the flow sheet alongside the internal R&D team.
* Create and manage pilot plant design specifications, including equipment selection, facility layout, utilities requirements, and safety considerations specific to chemical/biological processes
* Developing partnerships with contract manufacturers/solvent and feedstock suppliers
* Develop project plans, set milestones, and manage resources effectively to deliver projects within scope, budget, and timeline. Monitor progress, identify potential issues, and implement corrective measures as needed.
* Oversee equipment manufacturing, installation and commissioning of equipment.


Desirable:

* Chartered with the Institute of Chemical Engineering (IChemE)
* Designing a novel pilot plant process
* Willingness to learn and pick up new techniques without direct training
* Happy to work in a an early-stage start-up environment
* Willing to work onsite in London; a hands on problem solver


Start Date: 15th October 2025



Interview stages:

1. 45 minutes initial interview with 15 minutes presentation by candidate
2. 90 minutes interview with a case study



We offer:

* Competitive salary
* Full time position with flexible working hours
* Generous pension contribution and benefits
* Regular team events
* LinkedIn Learning training courses



Please include a cover letter and your current CV when applying

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