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Battery Recycling Research Engineer

Ninove, België

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Are you looking for a challenge in an entrepreneurial scale-up in the fast–growing battery market? Then, you have found the right place.

Avesta Battery & Energy Engineering is expanding, so we invite you to join our mission to accelerate the battery market! To sustain our rapid growth and scale our operations to the next level, we are looking for a highly motivated Research Engineer to join our Recycling Team.

Overview:

The Research Engineer is actively involved in a European project centered on Lithium recovery from secondary sources containing Li. This role entails a focus on the development and scaling-up of innovative 'waste-to-resource' metallurgical pathways aimed at extracting and recovering valuable metals. Additionally, they contribute to the design, lab-scale demonstration, and scale-up of hydrometallurgical recycling processes tailored for End-of-Life LFP batteries. Moreover, the candidate participates in European projects dedicated to conceptual process flow design and lab-scale demonstration of recycling processes for next-generation LIBs (SSBs).

Key responsibilities will include:

Design and execute lab and pilot-scale recycling process experiments. Perform pilot testing, result evaluation, and reporting.
Equipment designing, quality check, installation support, and commissioning.
Metal recovery process techniques for Critical Raw Materials.
Perform physicochemical analysis.
Contribution to funding proposal and grant application preparation. (Previous experience in EU-funded projects is advantageous.)

Experience and Qualifications:

PhD/MSc in the field of Chemistry / Chemical Engineering / Process Engineering / Material Science.
Knowledge of chemistry principles and methods with the ability to interpret results and an ability to communicate effectively.
Experience/knowledge of characterization techniques (eg., ICP-OES, XRD, XPS, TGA…)
Experience/knowledge of hydrometallurgical processes (e.g. Leaching).
Experience/knowledge of electrochemical separation processes (e.g. Ion exchange metal recovery). (Advantageous)
Experience/knowledge of LiB recycling techniques. (Advantageous)
Team player.
Ability to work under pressure.
Fluent in English (reading; writing; speaking).
Able to comprehend, summarise, and explain scientific information through presentations and reports.

What we offer

A highly collaborative and caring team environment with a strong focus on learning and development as well as recognition for individual contributions and working with a multi-cultural, diverse, and complementary team. We promote openness, teamwork, and knowledge sharing within and beyond the company. Besides all these you will also have:

Permanent contract (full-time position)
Pension plan and hospitalization insurance
Competitive compensation package

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BMS Hybrid Inverter Engineer

Ninove, België

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Avesta Battery & Energy Engineering (ABEE) is dedicated to exploring all aspects of battery life, from cell production to battery pack systems. BMS and Power Electronics systems are two of the core competencies of ABEE. Nowadays, ABEE has anchored its more and more consolidated position in the energy and battery world. With an ever-growing customer base and exceptionally talented staff, ABEE is growing fast...

Job description

A hybrid inverter is an all-in-one device that combines different renewable energy (PV, batteries, …) and grid power in a coordinated and efficient way. The inverter engineer will work on topology design, circuit design, functionality development, prototype, and test.

Your responsibilities:

Work on inverter development, covering electrical circuit design, PCB design, components optimization, test, improvement …;
Identify and locate new inverter requirements from customers;
Propose, implement, and test solutions to satisfy new inverter requirements with good quality;
Debug and fix issues occurring at stages of inverter development, production and maintenance;

Your profile:

Strong willing and proactive attitude to take challenges related to inverter development for diverse scenarios, like domestic/industrial battery storage, and grid-forming inverters, …
A master's degree in electrical engineering, control engineering, or equivalent;
1 year experience in inverter development;
Skills and knowledge in inverter circuit design, simulation, and test for different topologies (1 phase/3 phase, 2-level/multi-level);
Skills and knowledge in embedded systems development, communication protocols (CAN, Modbus, TCP/IP, …), and component optimization;
Skills and knowledge of PCB/EDA design (Altium is an asset) and development;
Skills and knowledge of electrical installation and tests;
Good communication skills, team player, self-motivated, ability to learn new technologies and knowledge.

What we offer:

A highly collaborative and caring team environment with a strong focus on learning and development as well as recognition for individual contributions and working with a multi-cultural, diverse, and complementary team. We promote openness, teamwork, and knowledge sharing within and beyond the company. Besides all these you will also have:

Permanent contract (full-time position)
Pension plan and hospitalization insurance
Competitive compensation package

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BMS Technical Project Manager

Ninove, België

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Are you looking for a challenge in an entrepreneurial scale-up in the fast – growing battery market? Then, you have found the right place.

Avesta Battery & Energy Engineering is expanding, so we invite you to join our mission to accelerate the battery market! To sustain our rapid growth and scale our operations to the next level, we are looking for a highly motivated Project Manager to join our BMS Team.

Overview:

The Project Manager will be responsible for project management activities in the BMS department of the company, including managing internal EU project activities, drafting new EU proposals, and overseeing deliverables of all EU projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in project management with European Commission-supported projects and a strong understanding of the European ecosystem.

Key responsibilities will include:

Manage internal EU project activities in collaboration with colleagues from different technical departments within the company.
Write project deliverables and conduct market surveys in a timely and efficient manner.
Contribute to preparing market research, cost-benefit analysis, dissemination and exploitation plans, and other relevant documents.
Plan and execute periodic technical and administrative meetings.
Oversee deliverables of all EU projects
Experience and Qualifications:

Master's degree or Ph.D. in power electronic, battery.or related field.
At least 2 years of project management experience with European Commission-supported projects (e.g., HORIZON) or industrial projects
Knowledge of battery systems is a must.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English; knowledge of other European languages (e.g., Dutch, French, Spanish, etc.) will be a plus.

What we offer

A highly collaborative and caring team environment with a strong focus on learning and development as well as recognition for individual contributions and working with a multi-cultural, diverse and complementary team. We promote openness, teamwork and knowledge sharing within and beyond the company. Besides all these you will also have:

Permanent contract (full-time position)
Pension plan and hospitalization insurance
Competitive compensation package

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Electrician

Ninove, België

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Avesta Battery & Energy Engineering (ABEE) offers an exciting job opportunity in battery research & development. We seek an experienced Electrician to work in our technical department.

You will help us in ensuring the safe and efficient installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems.

What you'll do at ABEE

- Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems and equipment

- Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical issues and malfunctions

- Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance

- Ensure compliance with electrical codes, standards, and regulations

- Collaborate with engineers and other team members to support project requirements

- Document all electrical work and maintain accurate records

Required qualifications

- Experience: 5-6 years of relevant experience as an electrician

- Strong knowledge of electrical systems, blueprints, and technical diagrams

- Proficient in the use of electrical tools and testing equipment

- Certification or license in electrical work (mandatory)

- Fluent in English (French and/or Dutch is a plus)

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

- Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and organizational skills

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in an interdisciplinary and international work environment

What we have to offer

- A permanent contract (full-time position)

- Pension plan and hospitalization insurance

- Very competitive compensation package

- Collaborative and caring team environment

- Career advancement opportunities

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We strongly believe that the best results come from a multicultural, diverse, and inclusive environment. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of age, race, religion, gender, or national origin, will be considered. We encourage you to submit your detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter.

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Mechanic

Ninove, België

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Avesta Battery & Energy Engineering (ABEE) offers an exciting job opportunity in battery research & development. We seek an experienced Mechanic to work in our technical department.

You will help us ensure the reliable operation, maintenance, and repair of our equipment and machinery.

What you'll do at ABEE

- Perform routine maintenance and repairs on machinery and equipment

- Diagnose mechanical issues and determine necessary repairs

- Use diagnostic tools to troubleshoot mechanical problems

- Collaborate with the engineering team to ensure optimal performance of machinery

- Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair work

- Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations

- Provide support for the installation of new equipment and machinery

- Assist in the development and implementation of maintenance procedures

Required qualifications

- Experience: 4-5 years of relevant experience as a mechanic

- Strong knowledge of mechanical systems and components

- Proficient in the use of diagnostic tools and repair equipment

- Certification or diploma in mechanical engineering or a related field

- Fluent in English (French and/or Dutch is a plus)

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and organizational abilities

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in an interdisciplinary and international work environment

What we have to offer

- A permanent contract (full-time position)

- Pension plan and hospitalization insurance

- Very competitive compensation package

- Collaborative and caring team environment

- Career advancement opportunities

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We strongly believe that the best results come from a multicultural, diverse, and inclusive environment. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of age, race, religion, gender, or national origin, will be considered. We encourage you to submit your detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter.

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Project Manager - Recycling Unit

Ninove, België

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Are you looking for a challenge in an entrepreneurial scale-up in the fast – growing battery market? Then, you have found the right place.

Avesta Battery & Energy Engineering is expanding, so we invite you to join our mission to accelerate the battery market! To sustain our rapid growth and scale our operations to the next level, we are looking for a highly motivated Project Manager to join our Recycling Team.

Overview:

The Project Manager will be responsible for project management activities in the Recycling Unit of the company, including managing internal EU project activities, drafting new EU proposals, and overseeing deliverables of all EU recycling projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in project management with European Commission-supported projects and a strong understanding of the European ecosystem. Knowledge of battery recycling is beneficial for this role.

Key responsibilities will include:

Manage internal EU project activities in collaboration with colleagues from different technical departments within the company.
Draft new EU proposals for recycling concepts and organize meetings with suitable partners to form EU consortia.
Write project deliverables and conduct market surveys in a timely and efficient manner.
Contribute to preparing market research, cost-benefit analysis, dissemination and exploitation plans, and other relevant documents.
Plan and execute periodic technical and administrative meetings with the recycling team.
Oversee activities and deliverables of all EU projects related to recycling.

Experience and Qualifications:

Master's degree or Ph.D. in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Hydrometallurgy, Geometallurgy, or related field.
At least 2 years of project management experience with European Commission-supported projects (e.g., HORIZON), with a strong understanding of the European ecosystem.
Knowledge of battery recycling is advantageous.
Excellent written and oral communication skills in English; knowledge of other European languages (e.g., Dutch, French, etc.) will be a plus.

What we offer

A highly collaborative and caring team environment with a strong focus on learning and development as well as recognition for individual contributions and working with a multi-cultural, diverse and complementary team. We promote openness, teamwork and knowledge sharing within and beyond the company. Besides all these you will also have:

Permanent contract (full-time position)
Pension plan and hospitalization insurance
Competitive compensation package

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SALES MANAGER

Ninove, België

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Are you looking for a challenge in an entrepreneurial scale-up in the fast – growing battery market? Then, you have found the right place.

Avesta Battery & Energy Engineering is expanding so we invite you to join our mission in accelerating the battery market! In order to sustain our rapid growth and scale our operations to the next level, we are looking for a highly motivated Sales Manager to join our team.

Objectives of this Role

Key responsibilities will include:
* Developing strategic plans for increasing sales of the projects.
* Executing extensive market research on the battery market
* Generating insights and vision for future brand growth: bring outside-in
* Negotiating and closing strong trading terms with different companies in the field of battery technology and battery production
* Building and developing internal working relationships with key departments for smother execution of the projects
* Identifying creative & timely solutions to key program challenges and tracking project progress costs and driving cost management improvement
Experience & Qualifications
* BSc/BA in an Engineering discipline or relevant field; MSc/MBA is a plus
* Previous experience as a Sales Manager or similar role for at least 5 years
* Demonstrable skills in strategic planning and business development with a proven track record of introducing management systems
* Hands on experience with complex project management
* Outstanding communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
* Ability to diagnose problems quickly and have foresight into potential issues and aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving
* Excellent organizational and time-management skills
* Excellent communication skills, both verbal & written
* Comfortable with some business travel

What we offer

A highly collaborative and caring team environment with a strong focus on learning and development as well as recognition for individual contributions and working with a multi-cultural, diverse and complementary team. We promote openness, teamwork and knowledge sharing within and beyond the company. Besides all these you will also have:
* Permanent contract (full-time position)
* Pension plan and hospitalization insurance
* Competitive compensation package

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Team Leader Recycling Unit

Ninove, België

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Job Summary:

The candidate will spearhead research efforts aimed at developing cutting-edge recycling processes for lithium-ion and solid-state batteries, with a focus on lithium iron phosphate (LFP) based cathodes. This role involves leading a team of researchers and engineers in designing innovative methods for recovering valuable materials from battery waste while optimizing efficiency and environmental sustainability. The Team Leader will collaborate across departments to bring new recycling technologies from concept to commercial scale.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership and Team Management: Guide and manage the R&D team dedicated to battery recycling projects, setting goals, providing mentorship, and ensuring the successful execution of projects.
Innovative Process Development: Lead the design and development of advanced recycling techniques for lithium-ion and solid-state batteries, with a special focus on LFP-based cathodes.
Project Planning and Execution: Develop project plans, allocate resources, and manage timelines and budgets to ensure timely project completion.
Experimental Research: Oversee lab-scale and pilot-scale research activities, including chemical and mechanical processes for battery disassembly, material extraction, and purification.
Material Recovery Optimization: Focus on maximizing the recovery rate of critical materials such as lithium, iron, and phosphate, while reducing environmental impact and costs.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with other departments, including engineering, manufacturing, and environmental compliance, to translate R&D findings into practical and scalable recycling solutions.
Regulatory Compliance and Safety: Ensure that all R&D activities comply with safety standards and environmental regulations specific to battery recycling.
Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyze research data, generate technical reports, and present findings to stakeholders. Recommend process improvements and new technology adoption based on research results.
Continuous Learning: Stay informed on industry advancements, emerging recycling technologies, and battery chemistry trends, particularly related to lithium-ion and solid-state batteries.

Qualifications:

Education: Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrochemistry, or a related field.
Experience:

5+ years of experience in battery recycling, materials recovery, or battery R&D, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
Extensive knowledge of lithium-ion and solid-state battery chemistries, particularly LFP-based cathodes.

Skills:

Strong leadership and project management skills.
Expertise in battery materials, recycling processes, and chemical extraction techniques.
Familiarity with lab-scale experimentation, pilot-scale testing, and process scale-up.
Ability to work with complex data and present findings clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in analytical techniques such as X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and inductively coupled plasma (ICP) analysis.
Experience with process modeling software and data analysis tools.

Working Conditions:

Work is primarily conducted in laboratory and pilot-scale facilities, with potential exposure to chemicals, dust, and high temperatures.
Occasional travel may be required for conferences, technical meetings, or collaboration with industry partners.

Compensation and Benefits:

Full time, permanent contract position
Competitive salary reflecting skills and experience
Professional development
Pension plan and hospitalization insurance
Supportive work environment
Work-life balance

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Technician – Battery Cell Coating

Ninove, België

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Avesta Battery and Energy Engineering is a leading innovator in the European battery industry, dedicated to building a strong and sustainable battery ecosystem in the heart of Europe. Located near Brussels, our company is at the forefront of pushing the limits of what is possible in battery technology, driving innovation and contributing technical expertise to the European battery industry.

We offer a unique community for innovators who want to make a meaningful impact on a sustainable future. Our team is passionate about creating a better world through cutting-edge battery solutions, and we are committed to fostering a collaborative and dynamic environment that supports the growth and development of our employees.

Join our team and be part of the exciting journey to shape the future of the European battery industry.

Job description

We seek a highly skilled and motivated Technician - Battery Cell Coating to join our team at Avesta Battery and Energy Engineering. As a key member of our prototyping team, you will support battery electrode slurry preparation and coating activities on the prototyping line. You will work closely with other engineers and technicians to drive innovation in a fast-paced environment. If you have a can-do attitude and are eager to learn quickly, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

What you'll do at ABEE

Operation of powder and slurry mixing equipment
Operation a coating prototyping line to fabricate battery anodes, cathodes, and electrolytes
Handling of chemicals, nanomaterials, and powders using appropriate health and safety protection measures
Performing quality control testing of electrodes, including visual, microscopic, and mechanical inspections to identify defective electrodes
Monitor equipment’s operation to ensure the highest quality of products is maintained
Data documentation and analysis

Required Qualifications

Degree in a relevant field, such as Chemistry, Materials Engineering, or a related field.
1-3 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in battery cell manufacturing.
Strong understanding of slurry flow and how electrode properties affect the final battery cell performance.
Strong background in fluid mechanics
Excellent verbal and written communication in English
Strong attention to detail, safety, and organizational skills
Experience with multicultural environments

What we have to offer

- A permanent contract (full-time position).

- Pension plan and hospitalization insurance.

- Very competitive compensation package.

- Collaborative and caring team environment.

- Career advancement opportunities.

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If you are a motivated and skilled Technician-Battery Cell Coating looking for a new challenge, please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Electrician

Mechanic

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Team Leader Recycling Unit

Technician – Battery Cell Coating