Techno-economic Analysis (m-w-d)

Circular Recycling of Mixed-Textiles to Polyester (PET) and Cellulose at Worn Again

About Worn Again   Worn Again was born out of a vision to eliminate textile waste and create a world where resources are kept in a constant cycle.

Challenge: Thousands of tons of textiles still end up in landfills and combustion plants worldwide every year. Currently, less than 1% of used textiles are recycled, but demand is increasing.

Solution Our cutting-edge recycling technology can separate, clean and extract polyester and cotton from end-of-life textiles and polyester packaging to produce virgin polyester and cotton. Information can be found at www.wornagain.ch

Role   Worn Again is looking for a concept study / techno-economic analysis of the actual planned supply method (pressed textile bales) against the usage of small, pressed textile blocks (Briquettes)

Target

Compare the needed process from densifying (baling / briquetting) at the supplier up to the de-densifying at the WA recycling plant and elaborate the potential cost efficiency of briquettes vs. bales

1. Technical need / solutions for the two supply methods
2. cost comparison of the two supply methods
3. conclusion, may also deepening on

Profile   You should be a student in the fields of management, logistic, engineering or similar, open for new challenges in an international dynamic team and have the appropriate skillset:

• flexible, creative and collaborative approach to problem-solving
• good knowledge of MS office package
• Fluent English and German language skills
• Willing to travel for needed test in the EU, UK and Switzerland

Benefits

• Enjoy flexible working hours and flat hierarchies with concise decision-making paths
• Be part of the revolutionary change in textile recycling
• Competitive salary package and stock options from Worn Again

Working time

• Min. 6 month, detail can be agreed on

Start date and location January 2024 in Winterthur, Schweiz

Information and application to  jobs@wornagain.co.uk