Working Student Product / Plant Design (f/m/x)
We will help prevent a climate crisis by freeing the world from fossil fuels. Our breakthrough direct air capture technology captures CO2 from the atmosphere and produces hydrogen in parallel.
The clock is ticking. What are you waiting for?
Our goals are ambitious. We need people who are inspired and motivated to turn these aspirations into reality; to grow and develop with us.
As a working student in product and plant design at Greenlyte Carbon Technologies, you will help shape the visual and technical identity of Greenlyte’s First-of-a-Kind DAC-to-eMethanol plants.
This role exists to bridge the gap between engineering precision and compelling, futuristic visual storytelling. We’re hiring now because we are entering a pivotal project phase that requires design support with a long-term view: the development of a consistent design language and adaptable visual assets for future scaling and communication.
How you'll contributeSpecifically you will…
Develop 3D models and photorealistic renderings for DAC production plants & components
Translate technical inputs and engineering constraints into visual representations
Help shape a cohesive, recognizable design aesthetic for Greenlyte’s technology
Collaborate closely with our founders, project management and engineers to ensure renderings are technically feasible
Prototype future modular plant concepts and visualize system integration
Develop visual assets for investor decks, pitches, marketing, and public communication
Work in SolidWorks and possibly adapt to other rendering environments as needed (this is a plus)
Aid in storytelling and educational content by visualizing processes and technologies
Your first 12 months in the role: expectations and deliverables
Months 0-3
Get up to speed with Greenlyte’s technology, goals, and visual direction
Review and adapt existing renderings and plant models, if available
Start creating early versions of the First-of-a-Kind plant design in SolidWorks/ other tools
Collaborate with engineering to understand constraints and draft visual representations
Contribute to concept development for DAC and eMethanol plant integration
Finalize 3–5 high-quality renderings that communicate the vision of a First-of-a-Kind plant
Present visual concepts for feedback and iterate on technical inputs
Begin defining a consistent design language and visual guideline document
Deliver assets used in public communications and pitch materials
Build a visual template and handbook
Explore modular design concepts for future plant scalability
Create alternative design variants for different geographies or industrial use cases
Co-develop UI wireframes for control systems if relevant
You are currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Sustainable Design, or a related field
You have strong skills in 3D modeling, preferably in SolidWorks, and are familiar with photorealistic rendering software (KeyShot, Blender, or similar)
You bring a high level of design intuition with a passion for technology, climate innovation, and storytelling
You have ideally worked on complex system designs (plants, machines, or infrastructure) in a university project or internship
You have excellent communication skills (English required, German a plus) and are comfortable working cross-functionally
You are self-motivated, curious, and excited to contribute to a growing startup with big impact potential
20 days vacation plus public holidays to ensure you also have the down time needed to rest and recharge.
The possibility to grow and shape your role.
Working with founders who understand - and invest time in - the importance of building a healthy and sustainable organization.
Open and transparent communication on company development.
This role cannot be done fully remotely. Sometimes, it is necessary to be present at the head office in Essen.
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