Are you ready to save the planet? 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. How you'll contribute Installing, Assembling, and testing mechanical systems and equipment Diagnosing mechanical issues and identifying faulty components Reading and interpreting technical drawings, blueprints and schematics Using welding, machining, and fabrication techniques to manufacture parts Perform, rework, repairs and maintenance with engineering design intent and in conformance to industry standards Collaborating closely with engineers and other technicians Working in a Manufacturing Execution to provide a view on status of an assembly as well as raising issues for non-conforming parts Your first 12 months in the role: expectations and deliverables Months 0-3 Get familiar with our plants Execute mechanical assemblies with clear procedures Support by creation of procedures in order to make assembly easier Work with our MES system Months 3-6 Make suggestions to improve testing methods Review created procedures and raise things, that don’t fit in reality Support in the assembly and commissioning at customer sites Go to expert in Piping Get familiar in welding frames and other steel products Months 6-12 Weld stainless steel in required quality Plan work load and give stable estimations how long which task will take Make suggestions, how mechanical execution can be optimized from an executing view Go to expert in overall assembling About you Deep mechanical knowledge like training ("Ausbildung") or something comparable TIG welding skills Able to weld Frames and similar things One year or more work experience as technician Experience in heavy mounting Experience in working with MES system, ideal ION Basic English skills What we offer 30 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. Noteworthy points This role cannot be done remotely. We require someone who lives within commuting distance to Essen or is open to relocate which we are happy to support. Did you like what you just read? Apply directly and send us your CV. We look forward to hearing from you About us GCT was founded in September 2022 with the ambition to develop a low-cost, robust Direct Air Capture technology that captures CO2 at world-leading energy rates, whilst supplying hydrogen as a by-product. The company’s technology is based on 15 years of research and has been proven at various scales. Since its founding, the company raised 20-million Euros in funding from leading venture capitalists and renowned business angels.