Working for ReVentas

Who are ReVentas? 

At ReVentas, we aim to be a leading part of the global movement to tackle plastic waste pollution. Our ground-breaking recycling technology tackles the most challenging waste plastic our society produces. By purifying this waste plastic of all contaminants, we allow it to go back into products as a virgin-like plastic, thereby closing the gap in the circular economy and allowing companies to access truly sustainable plastics. 

ReVentas is a young and vibrant company with secure funding and big ambitions. If you would like to be part of a dynamic team working to develop the next generation of recycling technologies and make a real impact on society, you will find a home with us.   

The role 

Safe and timely delivery of our First Of A Kind commercial plant is the business priority until beneficial operation of Plant 1 is established. The first section is a Material Processing Plant (MPP) which purifies the feedstock into a stream to feed forward to the main process. We are looking for an innovative and highly capable Engineer, preferably with Plastic Mechanical Recycling experience, to join our growing Engineering team with its best in class safety culture. Working closely with a third party, you will lead delivery of the MPP through FEED and Detailed Design to beneficial operation. You will ensure that ReVentas requirements for Plant 1 are met by ensuring a safe and smooth interface with the main plant and meeting agreed project deliverables. The role will work closely with the rest of the ReVentas team. 

Your role has wider aspects; to support ReVentas's Best in Class Safety culture and to work closely with the Senior Leadership Team in understanding ongoing developments of ReVentas's technology, and how these impact on Plant 1 design and future plants. We anticipate that this role will develop as the company grows, so if your values and goals align with our ambitions then get in touch! 

Qualifications  

You have a first class or upper second class Degree or a Masters in either Mechanical or Chemical Engineering, or a related field. 

Skills and Experience 

-You have demonstrated a best in class attitude to safety 

-You have a number of years' experience in a related field, preferable with direct experience in Plastic Mechanical Recycling 

-You communicate well with people outside your own sphere of knowledge and experience  

-You are curious about root causes and can demonstrate a history of problem solving and a commitment to delivery. 

-As a stand-out candidate, you have significant knowledge and experience of the UK and Europe plastic mechanical recycling landscape, with experience of mechanical sorting equipment design and operation.  

Duties/responsibilities: 

-You are a role model of Best in Class Safety, Health and Environment practice 

-You ensure the MPP design, procurement, commissioning and operation has ALARP risk, managing risk proactively  

-You work closely with a third party to deliver an MPP that is fit for purpose 

-You engage with the rest of the ReVentas team to ensure that the MPP interfaces safely and smoothly with downstream plant and obtain their input in solving any design and operability issues. 

-You support the ReVentas team in responding to any unanticipated design issues and programme deviations in a thoughtful and informed way, devising mitigation strategies. 

In return, a competitive salary and package based on experience is on offer. 

Applications should be made to recruitment@reventas.co.uk by 10th August 2025 with a resume and cover letter stating why you're the right candidate!