We will help prevent a climate crisis by freeing the world from fossil fuels. Our breakthrough direct air capture technology captures CO2 from the atmosphere and produces hydrogen in parallel.

The clock is ticking. What are you waiting for?

Our goals are ambitious. We need people who are inspired and motivated to turn these aspirations into reality; to grow and develop with us.

At Greenlyte Carbon Technologies, you will be responsible for our Automation and Controls.

You'll play a crucial role in our Automation & Controls. Implement ground-breaking products and automation to streamline how we assemble and test these products.

Here's what the first 12 months in the role could look like:

Months 0-3: Commissioning sensors and actuators, writing and testing software on physical systems.

Months 3-6: Testing automated functions of various processes, implementing interfaces to database management systems for enhanced data management and process optimization. Maintenance and improvement of preexisting Pilot Plants.

Months 6-12: Ownership, code development of future plants.

• - Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, or computer science.
• 2+ years of automation experience in a manufacturing and production environment.

• Design & Problem-Solving: Enthusiasm for quick, iterative design and manufacturing processes, with a proven ability to solve complex problems with simple solutions during both design and implementation stages. Adherence to ISO 13849 safety standards is essential, and familiarity with international standards such as ANSI, RIA 15.06, and OSHA is a plus.
• Communication & Collaboration: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in diverse teams and perform well under pressure in a dynamic environment, managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Fieldwork & Hands-On Tasks: Enjoys fieldwork and hands-on tasks, with experience in industrial environments.

• PLC & Safety Programming: Proficiency in PLC programming using Structured Text according to IEC 61131-3 standards
• Industry Experience & IoT: Experience in power plant or chemical process industrial systems, with knowledge of IoT strategies, using Python, HTML, Java development, networking, communication protocols, cloud computing, and database management systems.
• User Interfaces & Networking: Skilled in HMI, SCADA, and Ignition systems with a focus on user-friendly navigation and machine health monitoring/control. Familiarity with Field Bus Networking protocols such as EtherCAT, Profinet, Profisafe, Ethernet/IP, and Modbus.

• 30 days vacation plus public holidays to ensure you also have the down time needed to rest and recharge.
• The possibility to grow and shape your role.
• Working with founders who understand - and invest time in - the importance of building a healthy and sustainable organization.
• Open and transparent communication on company development.

• This role cannot be done remotely. We require someone who lives within commuting distance to Essen or is open to relocate which we are happy to support.Did you like what you just read? Apply directly and send us your CV. We look forward to hearing from you!

GCT was founded in September 2022 with the ambition to develop a low-cost, robust Direct Air Capture technology that captures CO2 at world-leading energy rates, whilst supplying hydrogen as a by-product. The company’s technology is based on 15 years of research and has been proven at various scales. Since its founding, the company raised 20-million Euros in funding from leading venture capitalists and renowned business angels.