R&d electrochemist

About Us: At Fairbrics, we're at the forefront of a groundbreaking approach to sustainability. We’re transforming carbon dioxide from industrial emissions into valuable chemicals used in polyester production—the primary material for clothing. Our mission is to revolutionize the industry by dramatically cutting greenhouse gas emissions and championing a more sustainable future.


Are you looking for a job where …

* the opportunities to pave your own career path and grow are endless;
* you have an opportunity to build things from scratch and make an impact;
* you get a permanent R&D position which is all about developing new technology
* you can work with bright people from across the world in the same lab;
* you can simply be yourself, you are unique!


… If so, you are probably ready to hear more about Fairbrics story…


And what if it was possible to make clothes from CO2?

It is not a dream, this is what we do at Fairbrics! We are building the novel technology to efficiently transform CO2 captured at heavy industry sites into low-carbon polyester fabrics.


Are you looking for technology that helps fight climate change?

Today, polyester is produced from petroleum. Textile industry emits 1.2bln tons of GHG gases into the atmosphere yearly – this is more than all international flights and shipping combined! At Fairbrics, we are on a mission to combat climate change by developing innovative circular manufacturing process, based on the latest developments in catalytic chemistry. Our process uses CO2 as feedstock to manufacture synthetic fibers.


Are you looking for a career with ambition and growth?

Based in France Paris region, Fairbrics already generated traction amongst textile industry market leaders such as H&M and Aigle. We are also backed by top climate tech Venture Capital funds. Fairbrics is expanding its European footprint by building its first-of-a-kind flagship demonstrator facility in Antwerp, Belgium as part of the EU-funded Project.


If you are still interested in reading, an open role with our start-up may be for you! We are looking for a passionate, resourceful, and rigorous R&D Electrochemist.


R&D Electrochemistry engineer – numerical modeling and simulations


About the job


The first step of our process is CO2 to CO electroreduction for which we are currently developing a new technology. It requires the development of dedicated electrodes. Hence, we are looking for a resourceful and highly motivated Electrochemistry engineer with a background in numerical modeling and simulations to develop our simulation tools and then help improving the performances of our patented electrolyzer.


Being part of our R&D team in Villebon-sur-Yvette, you will work closely with R&D electrochemists and engineers as your key tasks will include:

* Numerical modeling of our patented electrolyzer to gain better understanding of phenomenon at play,
* Help improving its performances,
* Maintain a wide knowledge on electrolyzer engineering,
* Participate to experiments


Desired profile


Qualification and required skills


* Msc. or PhD. in numerical modeling and applied electrochemistry
* 3+ years of experience in R&D
* Numerical modeling and simulation (0D-1D up to full 3D models)
* Coding in Python, Matlab/Scilab, C++
* Knowledge in electrochemistry (CO2 reduction, water splitting, fuel cell reactions) and modeling of electrolyzers
* Ability to run electrochemical reactors at lab scale


* Analyze and get deep insights of the results
* Being creative and free to “think out of the box”
* Ability to learn new topics with little guidance
* Highly motivated and team player
* Fluency in English is mandatory, French is a plus


Nice to have skills


* Instrumentation
* Data science
* Knowledge in fluid mechanics, materials mechanics

Compensation and perks


* Competitive compensation and employee benefits (health insurance, public transport allowance)
* Key role in a dynamic start-up environment
* Being part of a wonderful team and enjoy annual team building events