Innovation Engineer (Sustainability)

Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Innovation Engineer – Sustainability

Objectives
As part of the Global Connectivity & Technology - Advanced Technologies team in St. Petersburg, the Innovation Engineer – Sustainability will support projects aimed at developing and promoting innovative technologies and processes for a more sustainable use of materials and resources in Electrolux products globally by means of life cycle analysis (LCA). 

This function is asked to prove the feasibility of the new solutions by deep evaluation of all the environmental implications in a life cycle perspective, with studies performed on the basis of internationally recognized LCA tools and databases.

In this role you will interface with GC&T Sustainability team in Porcia.

As an integral member of the Global Connectivity & Technology organization (GC&T), the successful candidate will provide technical expertise in environmental science, processes and technologies in an international, multi-competence and cross-product line environment.

We offer a key role in a company that is going through a digital transformation and moving towards a consumer-focused organization. We believe that smart appliances and innovation related systems will further enable us to deliver great customer experience and we hope that you would like to join our journey towards a more connected society. 

We are accelerating digital transformation, which includes initiatives to change the traditional office environment to more collaborative yet independent ways of working. Help us drive that too!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assess  the environmental impacts of materials, processes and technologies based on life-cycle approach by means of internationally recognized LCA tools and databases (e.g. SimaPro, ecoinvent). 
• Collect all relevant data from both literature and Company information (e.g. databases, primary and secondary data, surveys).
• Perform life cycle inventory analysis. 
• Perform environmental risk assessment.
• Prepare presentations and technical reports.
• Provide regular status communication to cross functional and executive teams.
• Work in matrix with other GC&T functions. In particular she/he will work in close cooperation with Sustainability and Advanced Materials teams based in Porcia, Italy.
• Other duties as needed.

COMPANY DESCRIPTION
Electrolux is a global leader in home appliances and appliances for professional use, based on deep consumer insight. We offer thoughtfully designed, innovative and sustainable solutions, developed in close collaboration with professional users. The products include refrigerators, ovens, cookers, hobs, dishwashers, washing machines, vacuum cleaners, air conditioners and small domestic appliances.
Under esteemed brands including Electrolux, AEG, Zanussi, Frigidaire and Electrolux Grand Cuisine, the Group sells more than 60 million products to customers in more than 150 markets every year. In 2015 Electrolux had sales of $14.7 billion ($5.1 billion in North America) and 58,000 employees.
Electrolux has been doing business since 1919. The headquarters are located in Stockholm, Sweden, and the Electrolux share ELUXb is listed on Nasdaq OMX Stockholm.

Desired profile

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED 
• Committed to technical excellence with strong drive for results.
• Analytical, critical and logical skills as well as precision are key elements for this position
• Structured and self-organized way of working.
• Self-motivated, with strong intellectual curiosity, creativity and problem solving skills.
• Team-work oriented, able and willing to work in a complex, international matrix organization.
• Oriented towards innovation and supporting new technical solutions.
• Quickly adapts to new emerging needs and opportunities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Position will require some international travel.

IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS
• Master’s degree (M.Sc.) in Environmental, Chemical or Materials Engineering, Environmental Science or similar field of study.
• Fluent in English, written and spoken.
• PhD is a plus.
• Proficient with LCA analysis tools (e.g. SimaPro) and life cycle inventory databases (e.g. ecoinvent).
• 1-3 years track record/hands-on experience in at least one of the following fields: LCA analysis, environmental risk assessment of products and chemicals, recycling, waste and wastewater management. A good network of contacts in these areas is valuable.
• Solid knowledge of data analysis and statistics.
• Good knowledge of waste and wastewater treatment technologies
• Understanding of materials processes and technologies
• Understanding of product development processes and appliance industry.
• Familiar with international environmental standards & norms (e.g. ISO 14040, ISO 14044, ISO 14046, ISO 14067).

BENEFITS
• Flexible schedule (9am-11am) 
• Competitive salary 
• Close cooperation with colleagues and teams based in Italy 
• Business trips to Europe 
• Medical insurance (dental and life insurance included) 
• Stable and secure job in an international company 
• Great working atmosphere with team of professionals 
• Modern and comfortable office