Fully aligned with the global challenges of the energy transition, Sweetch Energy is working towards a carbon-neutral world by developing a large-scale electricity generation technology that harnesses osmotic energy, naturally produced when fresh water meets salt water.
Our INOD® technology enables the production of clean, continuous, controllable and cost-competitive electricity from a massively available yet untapped energy source: osmotic energy.
As Test & Maintenance Manager, your main mission will be to organize and take part in the testing and maintenance activities of the first osmotic energy demonstrator based on INOD technology. This operating site, commissioned at the end of 2024, serves as a test center for our latest technological developments. It must be kept fully operational, evolve according to the needs of the Product teams, while remaining the company’s technological showcase.
You will be responsible for ensuring the proper operation of the systems and any related developments required to carry out electrical, hydraulic and electrochemical tests.
This position is expected to evolve into a Site Manager role within 6 months. If the conditions are met, you will also be responsible for site safety, coordination of internal and external stakeholders, and public safety during site visits. You will then be in charge of the entire facility and all its activities.
Within the O&M team, you will be responsible for the following areas and actions:
Participate in preparatory meetings and configure the site (hydraulic, electrical, safety) to conduct tests.
Coordinate and perform tests in accordance with procedures defined in collaboration with the Product teams.
Be accountable for test reports and all quality documentation related to the demonstrator.
Ensure test data acquisition and analysis using data visualization tools (Power BI).
Propose and document new test protocols and potential improvements (feedback/lessons learned).
Take part in accessible installation activities (piping, electrical systems, instrumentation) for new demonstrator equipment.
Plan and perform first-level maintenance (preventive and corrective) on site equipment, including sensor calibration (CMMS).
Engage and manage external contractors (specifications, quotations, monitoring) for more complex maintenance or construction works.
Propose and participate in improvement actions to optimize site safety and performance (feedback/lessons learned).
Manage procurement of equipment and consumables, including receipt and stock management.
You hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (BSc/MSc equivalent) in physical measurements, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or industrial engineering, and have at least 4 years of experience acquired on an industrial site or in a test center, ideally in the fields of batteries, water or liquid treatment.
With a strong interest in renewable energies or blue energy, you are motivated to contribute to innovative projects aimed at building a cleaner planet.
Known for your rigor and dynamism, your adaptability enables you to quickly understand on-site constraints. You enjoy cross-disciplinary topics, combining field and office work, and are also able to work independently when required.
You have a good command of written English (internal documentation) and ideally spoken English (discussions and presentations during site visits).
A valid driving license (B) is required. Electrical certifications B2/B2V Testing (person in charge of electrical testing works) and/or CACES are considered a plus.