Research and Development Engineer in Techno-Economic Assessment

Are you driven, analytical and eager to make a change and drive development? Join RISE Processum and work on research projects to develop the bio-based processes of the future together with the industry. RISE is a gathering of forces for the sustainable transition that business, society, and the world need. We work with the solutions that can make a difference here and now, and with the areas of knowledge and techniques that can be crucial tomorrow. About us At RISE Processum, we are developing the bio-based processes of the future together with the industry. Through chemistry and biotechnology, we seek to maximize resource efficiency and sustainability in the utilization of society's residual streams for new fossil-free products in food, feed, chemicals, materials and fuel. Within our cluster activities, guidance in techno-economic assessment to both large and small companies in the bioeconomy is a crucial step in the development of new sustainable and competitive concepts. Our projects range from shorter assignments to larger national and international research projects, often in collaboration with colleagues from RISE's various areas of expertise. You will be part of the Innovationssystem group within Processum, consisting of 10 colleagues. About the role In collaboration with a team of experts in biotechnology, chemistry, process simulations, business development and technoeconomic assessments, you will develop new research and development projects from idea to finished results. You will conduct contract research to support industry in developing roadmaps for expanding or transitioning existing businesses into competitive and sustainable new market offerings. A substantial part of the role involves developing tools and knowledge through publicly funded collaborative projects, as well as contributing to the development of internal TEA activities at RISE. You will identify customer needs and build strong customer relationships and develop new business opportunities. This includes securing project funding, preparing funding applications, and contributing to sales and contract-based projects. The location is Örnsköldsvik. We follow a hybrid work model that allows employees to split their working time between the office and their home workspace. The role includes travel in connection with international projects, such as attending project meetings, events, and conferences. Who are you? To be successful in the role you are analytical, structured and self-driven. You are motivated by developing projects to create value together with colleagues and partners. You are good at building relationships and with your interest in technology from a societal perspective, you identify needs and turn them into action. You have a strong interest in project management and communication of results. Requirements for the role • A Master’s degree in Engineering or Natural Sciences, preferably in Biotechnology or Chemistry • Experience from working in or closely linked to bioeconomy related industries • Experience in performing value chain analyses at different levels and techno-economic assessment, preferably on biobased processes • Experience with process simulations tools • Project management experience within research and development • You speak and write fluently in Swedish or English Are we a good match? At Processum, you will work close to one of Europe’s leading technology infrastructures for the bioeconomy and contribute to strengthening RISE’s capabilities in scale-up, testing and demonstration. You will work with a wide variety of concepts and value chains in an international and dynamic environment, with colleagues representing many different nationalities. At RISE, we like different things and we are convinced that diversity contributes to an innovative environment where we together challenge boundaries and develop new knowledge and skills for the future. Welcome with your application! If this sounds exciting and you want to know more, please contact Johan Börjesson, Director of Innovation Systems, johan.borjesson@ri.se, +46 738 032 315. The application deadline is December 2. Selection and interviews will take place continuously during and after the application period. Apply with CV and questionnaire (no cover letter needed). Our union representatives are Frida Sandberg (+46 10 516 67 79) and Veronica Benavente (+46 76 935 86 32) for Unionen and Johanna Källman, +46 10 516 60 10 for Saco.