Research Engineer - Hertha Metals
Research Engineer - Hertha Metals
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About Hertha Metals Inc.
At Hertha Metals our unwavering commitment is to revolutionize the heavy industry by embracing technologies that significantly decrease carbon emissions and uplift humanity. While the global steel sector plays a crucial role in providing secure and resilient infrastructure for society it is also responsible for 10 of worldwide CO2 emissions. Hertha Metals envisions a future that breaks away from the traditional coalbased iron and steelmaking practices of the past three centuries. Our innovative steel manufacturing process utilizes wellestablished chemistry to dramatically reduce the environmental impact of steel production all while offering economic advantages to the industry.
If you aspire to be at the forefront of pioneering efforts at Hertha this is the perfect moment to join us. While we are still in the early stages (albeit wellfunded) you have the unique opportunity to play a vital role in transforming the steel sector and actively contribute to the establishment of Hertha.
Research Engineer
Hertha Metals is scaling up its revolutionary iron smelting technology. We are seeking a handson and experienced professional to help move our technology from the laboratory to Pilot Scale. As part of the Research Team you will use your steel making expertise along with your engineering and project management skills to help drive our technology forward. You must enjoy working in a fastpaced startup environment where creativity speed initiative and crossfunctional teamwork are required to succeed. This position reports to the VP of Research and Development.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in the construction operation and maintenance of benchscale and pilotscale furnaces.
Collaborate with equipment suppliers and the Hertha team to ensure the pilotscale furnace is fully instrumented providing comprehensive process data to inform technology scaling.
Partner with equipment vendors and installers to gain indepth knowledge of the operations and maintenance of research and pilotscale furnaces.
Develop process flows recipes work standards and quality assurance protocols to ensure consistent throughput and product quality.
Requirements
US Citizenship
Bachelors degree in Chemistry Materials Science Chemical Engineering or related field.
Experience in energetic materials formulation particularly for additive manufacturing applications.
Proven track record in R&D projects ideally within the Steel Industry.
Strong practical skills in operating advanced manufacturing equipment.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with crossfunctional teams and top research institutions.
Experience in setting up and managing hightech laboratories.
Excellent analytical and problemsolving skills.
Exceptional communication abilities for both technical reporting and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Innovative Mindset: Passion for innovation testing and troubleshooting with a penchant for perfection and a drive for continuous improvement.
Strong handson experience with a thoughtful and analytical approach to problemsolving.
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Energetic and highly motivated; high level of organization; able to multitask on many projects; detail oriented; able to focus on overall project goals; team oriented.
Safety is the most important part of all jobs within Hertha Metals; therefore candidate must be able to demonstrate the ability to initiate lead and uphold safety policies practices procedures
LEVEL OF INDEPENDENCE
Individuals must be able to work independently and also be able to direct longterm tasks through to completion.Some projects are highly supervised some are minimally supervised
Employment Type
Full-Time
