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Are you passionate about transforming lab innovations into scalable, commercial solutions? This role focuses on taking breakthrough technologies from pilot scale to multi-GWh production within the company's very first international site in Shanghai, China. You’ll lead process scale-up, support commissioning activities, optimise performance, and help shape the technical, economic, and safety foundations of the technology.
  
From Q4 2026, this role will involve significant to Shanghai, China, once every 2 months and will provide travel compensation for the successful candidate.
  
The Lead Process Engineer (China) will:

Lead the transition from pilot-scale to commercial production, ensuring robust process performance and documentation (specifications, PFDs, HAZOPs, FMEA, QMS, KPIs).
Translate lab-scale research into scalable operations through Pre-FEED, pilot, and production stages.
Support partners during commissioning, start-up, and performance testing of commercial units.
Drive pilot line production improvements, validating processing and QC equipment for scalability.
Identify scale-up risks and collaborate with R&D, engineering, and quality teams to mitigate issues.
Explore opportunities for process intensification and cost reduction during scale-up.   
The Lead Process Engineer (China) will have:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or related discipline.
8+ years of experience developing and scaling processes for commercial deployment.
Proven experience completing FEED studies or detailed design projects in oil & gas or automotive sectors.
Exposure to emerging technology sectors and global market operations.
Familiarity with ISO or other international codes and standards.
Ability to speak Mandarin and experience working in Asian markets.   
If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a global impact, apply online today by submitting your CV online and we will be in touch