sr. application manager.

drive the future of green technology

As Sr. Application Manager, you will join a dynamic, high-growth organization to advance SaltPower’s unique Pressure Retarded Technology. Reporting directly to the Managing Director & CCO, you will be a key member of the management team, leading technical projects and engaging with the Board to shape the corporate strategy. From the headquarters in Sønderborg, Denmark, you will spearhead technology development within a hybrid work structure that provides flexibility and autonomy. This is a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in a fast-paced start-up environment and become a thought leader in Pressure Retarded Osmosis (PRO) technology.

Your primary tasks include:
• Support the design and development of flat-sheet based membrane modules (spiral, plate and frame, disc tube) for PRO and other potential applications
• Manage pilot, demonstration, and commercial projects at customer locations, from pre-sales technical design to commissioning and post-sales support
• Develop and maintain techno-economic models of system cost and performance, ensuring commercial viability
• Act as the key technical expert, interfacing with customers, suppliers, and internal teams to drive the technology and product development forward
• Convert market requirements into concrete product design specifications and troubleshooting complex technical challenges

what do you bring?

You are an engineer at your core, but you also possess a sharp commercial instinct, allowing you to see both the technical possibilities and the business opportunity. You are an expert in the field of membrane applications, energized by the challenge of pioneering new technology in challenging markets. You flourish with independence, taking creative initiative to solve problems and execute on your ideas.

In addition, you offer:
• A degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• A minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience with membrane applications, particularly in reverse osmosis (RO) and forward osmosis (FO)
• Practical knowledge of membrane module assembly, integrity testing, and system integration, particularly in spiral-wound and hollow fiber configurations
• Proven ability to assess membrane performance degradation mechanisms such as fouling, scaling, and compaction, and to recommend appropriate mitigation strategies
• Strong communication and team-working experience, to effectively interface with customers and internal partners
• Willingness to travel and work at a customer location, including performing site work during pilots, plant commissioning, and troubleshooting up to 25% on average

at the forefront of danish industry

At SaltPower, you have the chance to be at the heart of innovation within the Danish cleantech industry. You will have a unique opportunity to make a significant international contribution to the green transition in a high-growth industry with unlimited potential. Backed by one of the owners of Danfoss, you will have direct access to extensive knowledge and the freedom to make a real impact. This role offers the chance to work with strong collaboration partners in untapped markets, driven by a committed ownership that opens doors to new business opportunities. If you are driven by creativity and the chance to shape the future of sustainable energy, this is where you belong.

about saltpower

Initiated in 2015 by Jørgen Mads Clausen, SaltPower was born from a vision to harness the power of osmosis for green, carbon-neutral energy production. SaltPower has developed a new, sustainable, and non-fluctuating source of energy based on Pressure Retarded Osmosis (PRO) technology. With their first industrial plant in operation and strong partnerships with industry leaders, including Danfoss, SaltPower is ready to scale their technology and make a global impact.

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Apply for the position by clicking "apply now". We review the applications received and conduct interviews on an ongoing basis. Randstad is responsible for the recruitment process on behalf of SaltPower. We will process your application confidentially, and it will only be shared with your prior consent. If you have any further questions about the position, feel free to contact Senior Consultant Mille Maegaard-Fast on +45 92 92 08 53.

We look forward to hearing from you.

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