Head of Hydrometallurgy European Tech Recruit are working closely with a leading battery recycling company, based in Aachen, who are looking for a talented Head of Hydrometallurgy to join their team. Responsibilities as Head of Hydrometallurgy : Team Leadership: Guide and develop a team of specialists, fostering growth and continuous improvement. Process Coordination: Ensure seamless operation of hydrometallurgical processes through technical and organizational oversight. Project Risk Management: Lead risk mitigation during project commissioning for smooth transition to operations. Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with internal and external partners on sustainable recycling solutions. Innovation: Support new processes and technologies for optimized battery material recycling. Economic Focus: Align activities with economic feasibility and company mission. Requirements: Experience: 10 years in lab or team management, with a background in inorganic chemistry or hydrometallurgy. Education: Degree in Chemistry, Process Engineering, or Chemical Engineering; doctorate preferred. Technical Expertise: Knowledge of battery recycling processes is highly desirable. Leadership Style: Cooperative and motivational, with strong adaptability for a dynamic startup. Language Skills: Fluent in German and English. If this role is of any interest please apply directly on LinkedIn or send a copy of your CV to nh@eu-recruit.com. By applying to this role you understand that we may collect your personal data and store and process it on our systems. For more information please see our Privacy Notice (https://eu-recruit.com/about-us/privacy-notice/).