Plant Manager + E&I Engineer

matterr is at the forefront of developing breakthrough recycling technologies that enable the transition to a true circular economy. With our proprietary matterr process, we transform PET waste into high-quality monomers that can be reused without any loss of quality and integrated seamlessly into existing supply chains

To support our growing team, we are looking for a motivated Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer (m/f/d) who will contribute both to our industrial-scale project in Hürth and to our R&D activities in Braunschweig.

• E&I Engineering – R&D Center (Braunschweig):
• Plan, specify, and select instrumentation, electrical equipment, and control systems for pilot and laboratory facilities
• Design and review specifications, datasheets, and tender documents (incl. safety instrumentation, measurement & control systems, PLC/DCS, electrical infrastructure)
• Support the execution and evaluation of experimental trials, ensuring proper measurement and control setups
• Project coordination (Hürth):
• Develop and review E&I design deliverables: single-line diagrams (SLD), instrument index, loop diagrams, I/O lists, and control structure.
• Act as key interface with suppliers and engineering partners for E&I packages
• Review and approve technical documentation, ensuring compliance with standards and project requirements (Engineering, Procurement construction & commissioning)
• Coordinate instrumentation and automation scope with process engineering, safety, and construction teams
• Review vendor proposals, perform technical bid evaluations, and coordinate procurement of electrical, instruments and control systems.
• Supervise contractors during installation and ensure compliance with design, quality, HSE & cost requirements.
• Support cost estimation and schedule tracking for E&I deliverables.
• Support commissioning preparation and ensure knowledge transfer from R&D to industrial scale
• General:
• Occasional support during experiments in the R&D Center
• Documentation and reporting of results, specifications, and project status
• Regular travel to Hürth (2-3 times a month)

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, or a comparable field
• Proven experience in E&I engineering in chemical or process plant projects, with 4-6 years of experience on the job.
• Solid knowledge of safety instrumentation, measurement & control systems, PLC/DCS, and electrical infrastructure
• Familiarity with relevant standards and tools (IEC 61511, ATEX, SIL, EPLAN or similar)
• Structured working style, high level of responsibility, and enthusiasm for innovative technologies
• Strong communication skills and willingness to work in an interdisciplinary team
• Working language is English; German knowledge is beneficial for daily communication.