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Working Student Process Engineering and Research & Development

Confidential company · Essen · Posted Jul 1, 2026

Public summary

Join a pioneering company in energy technology based in Essen as a Working Student in Process Engineering and R&D. Contribute hands-on to the development and operation of innovative direct air capture systems at onsite pilot plants. Collaborate closely with engineering teams, work with CAD models and process documentation, and support mechanical integration tasks. Ideal for students in Chemical, Process, or Mechanical Engineering passionate about sustainable technology and looking for real responsibility and fast learning.

Location and work setup

Location
Essen
Remote status
On-site
German requirement signal
Unclear
Detected job language
English

Salary

EUR 14500.00 - 16500.00 YEAR

Responsibilities

Operate, maintain, and improve pilot plants and experimental setups for direct air capture technology; develop and adjust 3D CAD models and technical drawings; interpret and work with process and instrumentation diagrams; support mechanical integration of plant components; contribute ideas for system improvements; take on increasing ownership of tasks over 12 months.

Qualifications

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Chemical, Process, Mechanical Engineering or related fields; solid understanding of process engineering and fluid mechanics; proficiency in CAD software (e.g., Fusion, Inventor) and ability to read P&IDs; proactive and hands-on approach; available approximately 20 hours per week. Experience with pumps, piping, solid-liquid separation, or exposure to sustainability or DAC technologies is a plus. German language skills beneficial but not mandatory.

Skills

Process Engineering R&D CAD P&ID Mechanical Integration Chemical Engineering Fluid Mechanics Teamwork Hands-on Experience