At qCella we revolutionize the way products are heated such as in automotive interiors for personal heating and in painrelieving solutions. As a pioneering hardware startup from ETH Zurich we are committed to introducing innovative cellulosebased materials for resistive heating applications and beyond. Our mission is to replace the outdated heating wire technology with our homogenously heating paperthin and easily shapecustomizable heating mats offering unparalleled versatility and efficiency. The qCella heating mats are made from our patentpending cellulosecopper hybrid fibers using a papermaking process.
Tasks
We are seeking a skilled R&D Engineer with a focus on paper or nonwoven technology materials science chemistry and/or process engineering to join our dynamic team. As an integral member of our Research and Development team you will play a crucial role in designing optimizing and scaling up processes. You will further support the production and development of our fiberbased heating mats.
- Manage the product optimization and industrialization efforts of our fiberbased heating mats
Design and conduct experiments to optimize process parameters improve product quality and yield and increase efficiency
Scale up laboratory processes to pilot and production scale ensuring seamless transition and optimization for commercial manufacturing
Manage quality measurements and analyses
Evaluation of and collaboration with external service providers/producers - Develop and maintain technical documentation including standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols
- Keep up to date with industry trends emerging technologies and regulatory requirements to drive continuous improvement and innovation within the startup
Requirements
- Masters degree 3 years of professional experience are an advantage) or Bachelors degree (with professional experience of 5 year) in Engineering (Process Engineering Materials Science Chem. Engineering Chemistry or related fields) from a university or a University of Applied Sciences (Fachhochschule)
- Experience in the paper pulp nonwoven or a related industry is an advantage
- Handson experience with common laboratory techniques equipment and analytical instruments
- Familiarity with laboratory practices and tools specific to the paper and pulp or nonwoven industry is a plus
- A proactive handson approach with perseverance and creativity to drive new ideas to completion
- Strong problemsolving skills attention to detail and the flexibility to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic fastpaced startup environment
- Good oral and written communication skills in English good knowledge of German is an advantage
Benefits
- Exciting and challenging projects in paper technology chemistry materials science and process engineering with focus on product development and upscaling
- A job with a steep learning curve and a high sense of achievement
- A high level of personal responsibility and freedom to shape your own tasks right from the start
- Professional development and growth opportunities in a dynamic startup environment
- Fair compensation and opportunities for employee stock ownership
- Flexible work hours
- Access to companysponsored fringe benefits (access to a sport center with gym and classes mobile phone subscription and SBB half fare travelcard)
Please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in joining qCella.