Chemical Engineer – Leeds

BindEthics is an innovative green-tech start-up developing a patented bio-adhesive made from food waste, aiming to replace traditional toxic adhesives in the timber industry. The role involves leading and managing scale-up projects, collaborating with scientists to translate lab chemistry into scalable processes, and overseeing trials at partner facilities and client sites. The successful candidate will develop optimisation strategies and manage project logistics, budgets, and timelines, supporting the commercialisation process. They will establish and improve supply chain systems, ensuring alignment with operational goals, and maintain close communication with industrial partners and stakeholders. This position requires a hands-on, proactive approach, with the ability to work effectively in a resource-limited, start-up environment. Essential skills include chemical engineering expertise, project management experience, and excellent stakeholder communication skills.