Process Engineering Intern

**ABOUT US**:
tozero is Europe's leading deep-tech startup specializing in the recycling of lithium-ion batteries. Committed to accelerating decarbonization and transforming the material life-cycle, we’re actively crafting sustainable recycling solutions for a cleaner and more innovative future.

**WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR**:
Process thinker. Engineering challenges, hands-on execution, and designing for impact are in your DNA.

As a **Process Engineering Intern / Working Student** at tozero, you will play a key role in the development, optimization, and implementation of battery recycling processes. From researching mechanical components to working with process diagrams and supporting plant activities, you will gain hands-on experience in a dynamic engineering environment.

**WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT**:
**What You’ll Do**

Assist in designing and conducting hydrometallurgical leaching and separation experiments, with a focus on kinetics and diffusion mechanisms.

Perform data analysis (e.g., kinetic modeling, reaction rate determination, diffusion studies) to support process optimization.Contribute to scaling studies and process integration, linking laboratory results to pilot-scale implementation.Support in evaluating mass transfer, reaction mechanisms, and process control factors.Document findings and contribute to technical reports and presentations.

**Your profile**:
**What You Bring to the Table**

**Qualification**: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related field.

**Technical Skills**:

- Basic understanding of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer principles.
- Familiarity with process simulation tools (e.g., Aspen HYSYS) is a plus.
- Knowledge of CAD tools (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) for plant or mechanical design is a plus.
- Nice to have: basic understanding of CFD (computational fluid dynamics) with software like OpenFoam, STARCCM+ or Fluent.

**Soft Skills**:

- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
- A willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment.
- Proficiency in English is required, both written and spoken.

**Why us?**:
At tozero, we believe in providing a supportive and enriching work environment to help our team achieve top performance
- Free Snacks and Drinks in the Office: Stay energized throughout the day with a variety of snacks and beverages.
- Jobticket: Conveniently commute to work and all around Germany with our fully subsidized Deutschlandticket.
- Dynamic Startup Environment: Thrive in a highly dynamic startup culture, collaborating with experts in the field and contributing to innovative projects that shape the future.

**About us**:
**Welcome to tozero,** Europe's leading deep-tech startup in the recycling of lithium-ion batteries. With the goal of combating climate change and advancing the circular economy, we are actively developing sustainable recycling solutions for a clean and innovative future.