Development Engineer

We are looking for a
 
(Senior) Development Engineer, NEXBTL Technology
 
to join our growing NEXBTL Technology Platform department within the Core R&D unit in our Technology Center in Porvoo, Finland. 
 
Your main responsibility will be providing technical expertise in our global expert service and R&D projects in the field of renewable oils and fats processing into renewable products. Typical goal of our projects and support services is to evaluate and test alternative technical solutions and develop fit-for-purpose improvements and concepts for our own production sites located in Finland, the Netherlands, Singapore and the US. 
 
In your role you will 

• Participate to support work, conceptual studies and R&D projects related to Neste’s renewable products in close cooperation with relevant project leads, cross-disciplinary teams, internal stakeholders and external partners
• Participate to site test runs, unit start-ups and turnarounds, e.g. in Singapore and the Netherlands when needed
• Initiate and follow up new laboratory, pilot and plant scale test runs and analyze results. Prepare reports and expert statements in your field of expertise.
• Participate actively in selected task forces and cross-functional teams
• Participate to technical assessments of external processing facilities
• Gain a comprehensive understanding of the renewable products supply and production processes through your involvement in a wide range of initiatives 

You will work closely in projects and in specific teams with researchers from R&D, engineers from Neste Engineering Solutions and various stakeholders from Renewable Products’ supply, production and development, and case by case with external partners to accomplish growth goals and project targets.  Our work combines accountability, cooperation, and the desire to develop and renew. 
 
The best combination to success in this role

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in chemical engineering or process technology or similar
• Experience on plant operations, test runs, unit startups and shutdowns - preferably on relevant refining or chemical industry
• Good ability to influence in global matrix organization with cultural awareness, performance-driven and active networking attitude 
• Systematic problem-solving skills with solution seeking mindset
• Fluent communication skills in English is a must, both written and verbal
• Good data analysis skills 

We also value

• Interest to grow professionally and widen your expertise in the field of renewable feedstock processing into renewable products
• High motivation to get things done and a passion to create value, and humble attitude to take various roles and tasks when needed 
• Active gatekeeping attitude with relevant stakeholder functions within Neste and potential partners 

What we can offer you

• Interesting projects with clear connection to Neste’s strategy to create a healthier planet for our children
• Chance to work in an international team of experts from different areas
• Exciting future international assignment opportunities within a growing and transforming company
• Comprehensive training path to become an expert in the NEXBTL technology field
• Free commuter bus service from Helsinki to Porvoo

If you have any questions regarding the process or the position, please get in touch with Arto Heiska, Head of R&D, NEXBTL Technology Platform  email:[email protected] and tel +358 50 458 7437. Available for calls on 11th of October 2022 at 12:00 - 13:00 (EEST) and  20th of October 2022 at 14:00 - 15:00 (EEST).
 
Please submit your application by October 25th 2022 with a cover letter and CV.
 
The recruitment process includes two interviews and aptitude testing. The first interviews are preliminary scheduled to take place in October.
 
The person selected for the position must pass a health examination including a drug test. A security clearance is obtained for the persons with their consent.

Join us in creating a healthier planet for our children.

Our success is based on our people who are the driving force behind Neste’s transformation to become a global leader in renewable and circular solutions. We are also committed to carbon neutral production by 2035. The passion that we have for creating a healthier planet for our children is what makes us unique.

We have set high standards for biodiversity, human rights and supply chain. We have consistently been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices and the Global 100 list of the world’s most sustainable companies.

To carry out our strategy and business growth, our values guide our work. We support, develop and take care of the wellbeing of our people to enable them to grow, innovate and build our future. 

We care. We have courage. We cooperate.

At Neste we want our people to feel good and do good. We provide clear and transparent targets, development opportunities, empowering leadership as well as rewards based on role and responsibilities.

Neste’s strategy is called ‘’Faster, Bolder and Together‘’. It reflects the understanding that there is no time to lose in combating climate change or helping to tackle the waste plastic challenge. In order to succeed, we need to act, innovate new solutions and deliver them faster and bolder than ever before – together.

In the end, it is the people who make the company. We are Neste.

For more information, please visit neste.com.