Lead Process Engineer (China)

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!

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