<div><div><p><span style="font-weight:bold;">Princeton NuEnergy ("PNE")</span> is a lithium-ion battery direct recycling and critical materials recovery innovator, founded out of Princeton University. At its core, PNE's patented recycling technology is based on a low-temperature plasma-assisted separation process (LPAS™) that does not damage but, rather, reclaims and repairs cathode material from spent lithium-ion batteries and manufacturing scrap at half the cost with significantly lower waste when compared with existing traditional recycling processes. </p><p><br></p><p>We are seeking a skilled Process Engineer to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating, monitoring, and troubleshooting production equipment, developing and optimizing process procedures, and supporting the scale-up of battery recycling pilot processes. This role requires a strong background in chemical engineering, materials science, or mechanical equipment operation, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.</p><p><br></p><p><span style="font-weight:bold;">WHAT WILL YOU BE WORKING ON?</span> </p><ul><li>Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot production equipment (e.g., box furnaces, centrifuges, mixers) to ensure stable and safe operation.</li><li>Participate in equipment installation, commissioning, startup, and routine maintenance activities.</li><li>Develop and optimize standard operating procedures (SOPs) for production processes.</li><li>Identify and resolve process bottlenecks to enhance throughput and product quality.</li><li>Collaborate with R&amp;D to scale up new recycling processes from lab to production.</li><li>Maintain accurate production records, process logs, and performance reports.</li><li>Support safety protocols, 5S practices, and continuous improvement initiatives.</li></ul><p> </p><p><span style="font-weight:bold;">OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE IS SOMEONE WITH</span></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.</li><li>At least 2 years of hands-on experience in process engineering or equipment operation, preferably in chemical, battery, or powder processing industries.</li><li>Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with thermal treatment, mixing, drying, or powder handling systems.</li><li>Experience in preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of production equipment is preferred.</li><li>Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, scale-up environment.</li><li>Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.</li><li>Knowledge of battery materials or powder processing is a plus.</li></ul><p> </p><p><span style="font-weight:bold;">PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS</span></p><ul><li>This is an on-site position in Monmouth Junction, NJ.</li><li>Able to work in the lab environment and wear personal protective equipment, including lab coat, safety goggles, gloves, and/or mask, and respirator as required</li><li>Able to lift &amp; carry 25 pounds</li><li>Prolonged periods of standing and walking</li><li>Has visual inspection capability to assess lab equipment</li></ul><p><br></p><p> <span style="font-weight:bold;">Note:</span></p><ul><li>Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.</li></ul><p> </p><p><span style="font-weight:bold;">Princeton NuEnergy, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer</span> </p><p>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, and local laws. </p></div></div>

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<p>Princeton NuEnergy Inc. (PNE) is an innovative U.S.-based clean-tech company, spun out from Princeton University in 2019, and reaching commercial production in 2023. We are revolutionizing the material supply chain with our patented low-cost process for producing high-quality cathode active materials from spent lithium-ion batteries.<br /><br />We recycle lithium-ion batteries from electric vehicles, consumer electronics, energy storage batteries, and manufacturing scrap.<br /><br />Our primary product: directly re-usable Cathode and Anode materials at 99.99% purity &ndash; produced at half the cost of virgin material production with zero waste!</p>
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<div><div><p><span>Princeton NuEnergy ("PNE")</span> is a lithium-ion battery direct recycling and critical materials recovery innovator, founded out of Princeton University. At its core, PNE's patented recycling technology is based on a low-temperature plasma-assisted separation process (LPAS™) that does not damage but, rather, reclaims and repairs cathode material from spent lithium-ion batteries and manufacturing scrap at half the cost with significantly lower waste when compared with existing traditional recycling processes.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>We are seeking a skilled Process Engineer to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for operating, monitoring, and troubleshooting production equipment, developing and optimizing process procedures, and supporting the scale-up of battery recycling pilot processes. This role requires a strong background in chemical engineering, materials science, or mechanical equipment operation, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.</p><p><br></p><p><span>WHAT WILL YOU BE WORKING ON?</span>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot production equipment (e.g., box furnaces, centrifuges, mixers) to ensure stable and safe operation.</li><li>Participate in equipment installation, commissioning, startup, and routine maintenance activities.</li><li>Develop and optimize standard operating procedures (SOPs) for production processes.</li><li>Identify and resolve process bottlenecks to enhance throughput and product quality.</li><li>Collaborate with R&amp;D to scale up new recycling processes from lab to production.</li><li>Maintain accurate production records, process logs, and performance reports.</li><li>Support safety protocols, 5S practices, and continuous improvement initiatives.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><span>OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE IS SOMEONE WITH</span></p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.</li><li>At least 2 years of hands-on experience in process engineering or equipment operation, preferably in chemical, battery, or powder processing industries.</li><li>Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with thermal treatment, mixing, drying, or powder handling systems.</li><li>Experience in preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of production equipment is preferred.</li><li>Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, scale-up environment.</li><li>Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.</li><li>Knowledge of battery materials or powder processing is a plus.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><span>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS</span></p><ul><li>This is an on-site position in Monmouth Junction, NJ.</li><li>Able to work in the lab environment and wear personal protective equipment, including lab coat, safety goggles, gloves, and/or mask, and respirator as required</li><li>Able to lift &amp; carry 25 pounds</li><li>Prolonged periods of standing and walking</li><li>Has visual inspection capability to assess lab equipment</li></ul><p><br></p><p>&nbsp;<span>Note:</span></p><ul><li>Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><span>Princeton NuEnergy, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer</span>&nbsp;</p><p>All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, and local laws.&nbsp;</p></div></div>

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