Chief Engineer, Plastics Pyrolysis

About the role

Valmet’s Circularity Growth Technology Unit is seeking a Chief Engineer to lead the development of its plastics pyrolysis technology. You will work on pilot plant operations, commissioning, and customer support to bring breakthrough recycling solutions to market.

Key responsibilities

• Support the development and commercialization of Valmet's plastics pyrolysis technology.
• Participate in testing, commissioning, startup, and operation of pilot and demonstration plants.
• Analyze process performance and troubleshoot technical and operational issues.
• Work closely with R&D, engineering, service, and customer teams to improve plant performance and reliability.
• Provide technical support for customer projects, site visits, and service assignments.
• Contribute to the development of lifecycle services for pyrolysis plants.

Required profile

• B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience in plastics pyrolysis, chemical recycling, refining, petrochemicals, renewable fuels, or similar process industries.
• Solid understanding of industrial process equipment, process operations, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to read process and engineering documentation such as P&IDs and flow diagrams.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Fluent English and willingness to travel internationally.

Required skills

• Plastics pyrolysis
• Process engineering
• P&IDs interpretation