EuroTube

About us
The EuroTube Foundation is a Swiss non-profit research organization for sustainable infrastructure technologies. We foster R&amp;D with industry and support the construction of sustainable infrastructure.
Within EuroTube, we are building a research branch in Life Cycle Engineering. We help partners and clients understand and reduce the environmental impact of their products and systems, from the first design choices to end of life.
Our work centers on three services: ISO 14044-compliant LCA studies, customized life cycle tools, and prospective LCA (pLCA) with scenario modeling. We work alongside research and industrial partners in and outside Switzerland.
The role
We are looking for an engineer with a genuine interest in sustainability to join us as a Life Cycle Engineer. You will build and run life cycle models in Python, contribute to funded research projects, and help turn results into clear insights for partners and clients. It is a hands-on role at the intersection of engineering, data, and sustainability research.
Start date: January 2027 or by arrangement
Duration: 1 year, with the possibility of extension
Workload: 80–100%
Location: Dübendorf, Zurich
What you will do
<ul>
<li>Build, run and document LCA models in Python, using Brightway</li>
<li>Collect, clean and structure data from partners and the literature</li>
<li>Contribute to research projects in the mobility, construction and energy sectors</li>
<li>Help develop customized life cycle tools and data workflows for clients</li>
<li>Prepare clear results, figures and reports for technical and non-technical audiences</li>
<li>Support proposal writing and literature reviews for new research projects</li>
</ul>
Competencies
<ul>
<li>A bachelor's and master's degree&nbsp;in environmental, mechanical, civil, or another relevant engineering discipline</li>
<li>0–3 years of relevant professional experience. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.</li>
<li>Proficiency in Python. Hands-on experience building tools, models, or data workflows is a plus.</li>
<li>A solid understanding of life cycle assessment methods and the ISO 14040/14044 framework is a strong plus, as is familiarity with Brightway.</li>
<li>A strong motivation to work on sustainability, with interest in research on circular economy and sustainable infrastructure, especially mobility, construction and energy</li>
<li>Strong statistical and analytical skills are considered a plus, particularly the ability to interpret complex data and derive actionable insights.</li>
<li>Proficient English, written and spoken; German or French is a plus</li>
<li>Based in Switzerland, with a valid Swiss work permit</li>
</ul>
What you bring
<ul>
<li>Strong ability to understand and analyze complex, interconnected processes across different systems.</li>
<li>A structured, careful way of working with data, and the curiosity to dig into technical systems</li>
<li>Excellent analytical skills, keen attention to detail, and accuracy in data handling.</li>
<li>Strong communication skills, able to present complex information concisely and effectively.</li>
<li>Self-motivated, proactive, agile, and a team player.</li>
</ul>
What we offer
You will work in a small team on an interactive and personal level. Our biggest asset is our team, and you get to shape your own place in it.
<ul>
<li>The opportunity to help shape a new research branch from an early stage and grow your expertise in sustainability and system analysis</li>
<li>A role with direct, visible impact, where innovative thinking and new ideas are encouraged</li>
<li>Research projects with leading Swiss and European research partners</li>
<li>A dynamic, international team of 20 professionals</li>
<li>Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals in LCA and circular economy, and accelerated personal growth</li>
<li>Flexible working hours and up to 40% home office</li>
<li>An office and workplace in Zürich (Dübendorf)</li>
</ul>
How to apply
Please upload your CV, and if you have LCA or Python work to share, such as a GitHub repository, thesis, or project report, we would love to see it.
Our process includes a short online call, an in-person interview, and a short technical task tailored to your background.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, and especially encourage FLINTA* persons to apply.

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