Innovation Engineer

Do you want to help develop the next generation of solutions for the global water challenge and contribute to reducing the carbon footprint of the water treatment industry?

In Research and Innovation at Alumichem, we work to turn chemistry, technology, and expertise into solutions that create real change. We focus on developing innovations that matter, both for the industry and for the environment. Join our R&I department and make a real-world impact by helping shape sustainable water treatment solutions for a future with growing demand for clean water and healthy ecosystems.

The role & your impact

You will take ownership of a major circular development initiative, with responsibility for driving experimentation, process development, and innovation from concept to implementation. The role also includes contributing to broader innovation activities across Alumichem.

Key responsibilities

Take ownership of and drive a major development program in process chemistry, with a strong focus on circular process development and innovation, including:

• Planning and execution of experimental programs, with clear communication of results
• Hands-on process development using recycled raw materials
• Definition and validation of optimal process parameters through laboratory-scale synthesis
• Design, construction, and operation of pilot-scale systems, including instrumentation and control
• Analysis and documentation of process performance, product quality, and reproducibility
• Contribution to scale-up concepts, techno-economic inputs, and sustainability assessments

Work hands-on with early-stage product development, data analysis, and interpretation of results.

Support various activities within the R&I department.

Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you ideally have:

• A degree in chemical engineering or similar
• A Solid understanding of chemical processes and ability to translate theory into practice
• Comfort working hands-on in lab and pilot environments
• A high degree of independence and a collaborative mindset
• Strong communication skills and the Ability to navigate complex stakeholder landscapes
• The ability to push for progress and delivery in an iterative development environment
• We welcome both recent graduates and experienced professionals. Responsibilities can be adapted to your level of experience

Other skills we value

While not required, it is an advantage to have experience with:

• Colloid chemistry
• Inorganic chemistry
• Water treatment processes
• Pilot design, construction, and operation
• Instrumentation and process monitoring

More about Alumichem

At Alumichem, we operate at the intersection of water, chemistry, and process stability. Through a combination of chemical expertise and engineering, we develop water treatment solutions that support stable, efficient, and well-controlled operations, even under demanding conditions.

Our approach goes beyond treatment. We work systematically with optimisation and resource recovery, helping customers reduce waste, recover valuable materials such as phosphorus and metals, and reuse water within their processes. In this way, we support a more circular and responsible use of resources, without compromising operational reliability.

Our solutions are applied across a range of industries and environments, from municipal wastewater treatment to complex industrial systems, and from colder northern climates to operations in warmer regions. Regardless of context, our focus remains consistent: to ensure that processes run as intended. Founded on strong technical expertise and a pragmatic mindset, Alumichem is headquartered in Birkerød, with production in Kalundborg and international operations across Belgium, Germany, the UK, Ghana, the USA, and Canada. Our footprint spans Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Canada, Mexico, and Ghana, and we continue to expand in step with our customers’ needs.

For further information regarding the position, you are welcome to contact Johan Sølver, Research Engineer, Alumichem Tel: +45 31 38 92 90