At DTU Chemical and Biochemical Engineering, we are at the forefront of developing innovative carbon capture and utilization technologies. We are looking for 2-3 skilled and experienced Carbon Capture and Utilization Pilot Managers to join our dynamic team working on demonstration plants that feature promising new technologies to improve the efficiency of CO₂ capture and utilization.

Our department conducts cutting-edge research in chemical and biochemical engineering, with a strong focus on sustainable technologies. As part of our commitment to addressing climate challenges, we operate multiple carbon capture and utilization pilot plants that demonstrate the practical application of our research.

The job
As Carbon Capture Pilot Manager, you will lead our carbon capture pilot projects from planning to operation. You will oversee the full value chain of pilot activities, managing both technical and operational aspects while coordinating key stakeholders and project partners.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Project management: Overseeing the entire value chain for successful pilot implementation and operation
• Stakeholder coordination: Managing key personnel, project partners, and relevant authorities
• Comprehensive pilot oversight: Serving as the anchor person for all aspects of pilot activities including permits and regulatory compliance, technical interfaces and system integration, deliverables and project documentation, safety protocols and implementation, and technical drawings and specifications 
• Procurement management: Overseeing entry of purchases in DTU's system, following up on procurement processes, optimizing purchasing efficiency, handling procurement inquiries, and maintaining overview of project budget constraints for purchases
• Networking and sharing of own network to create maximum exposure for projects outside DTU and attract potential new project partners and consortia members
• Initialize new projects with industrial partners and initialize funding based collaborations
• Ensure the projects are within the DTU guidelines and strategies
• Daily personnel management of personal connect to the respective projects. 

Our expectations of you
Ideally, you have:: 

• Master’s degree or marine engineer and technology manager or higher
• Demonstrated experience working in a research environment 
• Proven track record in the operation of pilot plants or demonstration facilities 
• Experience in planning and management of carbon capture pilot work 
• Expertise in managing tasks related to pilot activities, including planning and executing experimental campaigns, procurement of specialized pilot equipment and devices, and collection, treatment, and analysis of data/results from pilot operations 
• An organized approach and confidence in documenting and presenting your findings to both technical and non-technical audiences 
• Ability to drive projects forward independently, yet value input and knowledge-sharing across teams
• Experience with designing process flow diagrams and P&IDs
• Excellent communication skills in English.

What we offer in return
We offer an exciting and challenging position in an international environment with the opportunity to make a significant impact on climate change mitigation technologies. You will work with state-of-the-art facilities and collaborate with leading researchers in the field. DTU provides excellent working conditions with a supportive and inclusive culture.

Salary and appointment terms
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (AC). Starting date will be according to mutual agreement.

The workplace is DTU Lyngby Campus.

Application and contact
Please submit your online application no later than 4 July 2025 (23:59 Danish time) . Open the “Apply now” link, fill out the form and attach your motivated application, CV and exam certificates. 

If you would like additional information about the position, please contact Professor Philip L. Fosbøl, plf@dtu.dk . 

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply. As DTU works with research in critical technology, which is subject to special rules for security and export control, open-source background checks may be conducted on qualified candidates for the position.

Technology for people
DTU develops technology for people. With our international elite research and study programmes, we are helping to create a better world and to solve the global challenges formulated in the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals. Hans Christian Ørsted founded DTU in 1829 with a clear mission to develop and create value using science and engineering to benefit society. That mission lives on today. DTU has 13,500 students and 6,000 employees. We work in an international atmosphere and have an inclusive, evolving, and informal working environment. DTU has campuses in all parts of Denmark and in Greenland, and we collaborate with the best universities around the world.