Senior Commissioning Engineer

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About Us

Welcome at tozero, 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

We are looking a person that has a strong sense of ownership and responsibility and ready to make an impact. Your responsibilities will be to:

  • Develop and own commissioning strategy, schedules, procedures, and documentation for produciton process lines and supporting utilities.
  • Coordinate with process engineering, construction, controls, and operations to ensure design intent is met during startup.
  • Lead factory acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), dry runs, functional checks, and performance validation.
  • Troubleshoot process, mechanical, electrical, and controls issues; drive rapid root-cause identification and corrective actions.
  • Define and implement safety protocols for commissioning activities, including LOTO, energization plans, and equipment readiness checks.
  • Train operations and maintenance teams on equipment functionality and startup procedures.
  • Manage vendors and contractors during commissioning and early operations.
  • Build commissioning documentation packages for turnover and regulatory compliance

Your profile

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering (chemical, mechanical, process, electrical, or related).
  • 7+ years commissioning experience in industrial, chemical, battery, or energy-related facilities. Pilot-to-commercial scale experience preferred.
  • Strong understanding of process equipment, automation systems, instrumentation, and safety systems.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in fast-paced startup environments and manage evolving scopes.
  • Excellent troubleshooting and cross-functional coordination skills.
  • Ability to interpret P&IDs, control logic, process flow diagrams, and equipment specs

Why us?

At tozero, we believe in fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment where you can grow and thrive.

  • Free Snacks and Drinks: Stay energized with a variety of snacks and beverages throughout the day.
  • Jobticket: Enjoy a fully subsidized Deutschlandticket for convenient commuting across Germany.
  • Wellpass: Access to a wide network of gyms, wellness centers, and fitness classes to support your health and well-being.
  • Dynamic Startup Environment: Be part of an exciting and fast-paced startup culture, collaborating with experts in the field and contributing to cutting-edge projects that make a real difference in sustainability.
  • Built and have an impact: Work on Europe's battery independence and closing the loop to a real circular economy.

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.