Current Openings at Sirona Technologies

As Head of Kenya operations, you will:‍

• Lead the deployment and operations of our DAC technology in Kenya.
• Oversee the permitting of the site, installation, commissioning, and testing of DAC machines.
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate terms with contractors and suppliers.
• Organize and lead community engagement efforts to foster positive relationships and support for the project.
• Hire, train, and mentor local staff to build a strong, capable team.
• Work with your team to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues as they arise.
• Ensure the facility operates efficiently and meets performance targets.
• Develop and implement operational procedures and safety protocols.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance facility performance.
• Monitor and report on project progress and operational metrics.
• Build and maintain relationships with local stakeholders, including government entities, local communities, suppliers, and contractors.
• Manage the local engineering team and coordinate closely with the Belgium headquarters to ensure alignment and support.
• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and budgets to ensure successful project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with all local regulations and standards at all times.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or related field).
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in industrial operations or project management.
• Proven track record of leading teams and managing projects.
• Strong problem-solving skills and strong doer mentality
• Ability to work independently and make decisions under pressure.
• Smart but humble, with a bias for action.
• Willingness to travel Europe from time to time.

Nice to haves

• Experience starting a large industrial project such as a power plant and seeing it to completion.
• Experience operating a large industrial project.
• Experience in project finance.
• Familiarity with DAC technology or other environmental technologies.
• Knowledge of local regulations and practices in Kenya.

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As an DAC Engineer at our Kenya site, you will:

• Assist with the deployment, installation, and commissioning of our DAC machines on site.
• Operate and monitor the machines to ensure they run efficiently and meet performance targets.
• Troubleshoot and find creative solutions to technical issues to minimize downtime and improve reliability.
• Collaborate closely with the engineering team in Belgium to communicate operational feedback and provide insights for design improvements.
• Perform maintenance and repairs on equipment as needed.
• Document operational learnings, maintenance procedures, and troubleshooting steps.
• Support the development and implementation of operational procedures and safety protocols.
• Proactively identify opportunities for optimization and efficiency improvements.
• Contribute to training and knowledge sharing with team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or related field) or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of experience in a technical or operational role within an industrial environment.
• Hands-on experience with equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive, hands-on approach.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with remote teams.
• Eager to learn, adapt, and grow in a dynamic environment.
• Willingness to occasionally travel to Belgium to work with the team

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As a process engineer, you will:‍

• Use process modeling software to simulate, develop and refine our process model including the different components of the machine; using advanced thermodynamic and chemical expertise.
• Perform tests on the machine to calibrate and validate the model with real data.
• Investigate the set of operating conditions and identify a stable operating mode
• Collaborate with the R&D team to facilitate decisions on the operating point trade offs
• Collaborate with the R&D team to provide clear component specifications, ensuring compatibility with process model.
• Contribute to the scale-up process of prototypes, ensuring that designs are feasible for industrial production.
• Present findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders, aiding in decision-making processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related field with a focus on process engineering
• At least 3 years of experience in relevant field
• Proficient in process software (e.g., gProms, Aspen Adsorption, Simulink, ChemCAD, GSPro)
• Familiarity with programming and scripting languages (e.g., Python, MATLAB) for model development and analysis
• Understanding of heat transfer, thermodynamic, chemistry kinetics & fundamentals of adsorption/desorption
• Strong English verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Smart but humble, with a bias for action

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As Project Finance lead, you will spearhead the setup and funding of our first capture facility, its scale-up, and future projects:

• Structure and manage the financial and legal setup of the assetco.
• Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial models in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment and across different technical teams.
• Structure the financing of the assetco and support its fundraising.
• Work with local partners and project developers to ensure smooth and timely execution
• Contribute to other business activities, such as developing and implementing the supply chain strategy, commercial strategy, non-dilutive funding strategy and topco equity fundraising efforts.
• Optimize financial management for R&D activities, including securing non-dilutive funds.

You are the right person, show us you have some of these traits

• Eagerness to work in a multidisciplinary environment, with the ability to move quickly from one topic to another
• Curiosity and drive to solve complex problems
• Ready to work independently when necessary, taking ownership of assigned topics and proactively suggesting solutions when facing a challenge
• Strong interest in carbon removal (CDR), DAC technologies, or climate change mitigation
• Results-driven approach to work with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Bias for action, preferring to do and learn rather than conceptualize the theory
• Willing to learn and grow in a fast-paced and hands-on environment

What we expect from you

• 3-7 years of proven experience in a relevant environment, for example (but not limited to) project finance, project management, investment, financial or management consulting, audit
• A degree in Business, Economics, Financial management, Engineering, Science, or other relevant fields
• Fluent in English

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At Sirona Technologies, we are developing direct air capture (DAC) technology to remove CO2 from the air and combat climate change. We are a young startup and are now scaling up our prototypes into industrial machines ready for mass production.

We are always looking for exceptional and mission-driven people. If you join our team, you will be expected to rapidly grow your responsibilities in order to help fulfill our ambitious goals.

Requirements

• Strong English verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Smart but humble, with a bias for action