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Careers at Vulcan.

Be first with Vulcan and become a part of a diverse and inclusive community of engineers, geologists, scientists and raw material experts, united by our shared commitment to a sustainable future.

What we do.

Vulcan’s integrated lithium and renewable energy project is more than just an optimal way of fulfilling the requirements of the automotive industry: the method we use to produce lithium from brine is Adsorption-type Direct Lithium Extraction (A-DLE), driven by renewable energy and with a surplus renewable energy co-product. This means we are not only creating a local source of sustainable lithium for Europe, but also supply geothermal renewable energy to benefit local communities. Everybody wins.

How we do it.

We bring great people with diverse, multi-disciplinary expertise together, and we do the same with different kinds of technologies from different industries. The result is one of its kind in the world.

Passion and unwavering determination.   
At Vulcan, our passion for technical excellence and project delivery joins forces with our tireless pursuit of a more sustainable way of living on our planet.

Sustainable values.   
We use leading-edge technology to generate sustainable added value for the people of the Upper Rhine Valley, in Germany and France. This involves supplying affordable renewable energy and acting as a reliable, motivational employer to create new jobs.

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Why we do it.

We are championing a more sustainable future for the good of humanity, ensuring future generations have the opportunity to lead a good life. In doing so, we help to preserve today’s standard of living and make electric transportation much better for the environment. We are making a difference.

The kinds of people we need to help us achieve our goals:

  • People who want their work to have purpose
  • People who are determined to pursue bold, worthy goals and grow in doing so
  • People who want to use their skills to help the environment: engineers, scientists, communicators, ambassadors, movers, shakers and people who make innovative ideas a reality

Work at Vulcan.

We are not just a company; we are a diverse and inclusive community of engineers, geologists, scientists and raw material experts, united by our shared commitment to a sustainable future. Together, we work with grit and determination to turn our project into reality. Vulcan’s mission is to inspire as climate champions and drive not only us but also our partners. Together, we have the power to make a positive impact on our environment and turn the vision of sustainable mobility and energy transition into reality.

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1 purpose

Our incredibly strong purpose brings us all together.

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45 nations

Our team comes from all over the globe and has a high level of international experience.

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410 employees

We are a fast growing lithium and renewable energy company with around 410 employees.

We are driven by a powerful vision.

We want to enable a real sustainable mobility turnaround by producing carbon neutral lithium and providing Europe’s citizens and industry with price-stable, base-load-capable geothermal renewable heat.

Our journey began in 2018, and since then, we have been relentlessly working towards making Vulcan’s integrated lithium and renewable energy project a reality. Today, we are proud to work with a passionate and experienced team of around 410 employees hailing from diverse backgrounds and representing more than 45 countries.

If you are looking to make a meaningful impact on the planet and be part of a team that’s shaping the future, Vulcan Energy is the place for you. Join us in empowering a carbon neutral future and our mission to become Europe’s leading integrated lithium and renewable energy project.

Interested?

There’s lots to do and to achieve at Vulcan. That’s why we’re looking to expand our highly motivated, successful team. Do you want to join forces with us to work on making the future of transportation carbon neutral? If so, we look forward to receiving your application.

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Perfect place for you.

  • Join a global community: At Vulcan, you will work alongside a diverse, multinational team of experts from around the world. This multicultural environment will broaden your horizons and inspire your creativity.
  • Flexible working: We know that a balanced life is key, hence we are keen to offer this when it is needed to balance the needs of our people. This will always be a case by case discussion depending on the different roles and responsibilities at Vulcan.
  • Time to recharge: Enjoy a 30-day vacation to explore and relax. We believe in the importance of taking time for yourself.
  • Multiple benefits: We have a comprehensive employee benefits program including bike rentals to keep you active, a wellbeing framework to support your overall health, a comprehensive discount program, reduced admission to gyms, thermal baths, climbing gyms and other sports facilities.

“I am at Vulcan because I identify 100% with the Company’s purpose to empower a carbon neutral future. […] I come to work every day with incredible pleasure because I have great colleagues around me and a very exciting task that brings new challenges every day, and we almost always manage to find new solutions for them.”

Thomas Rudszuck
Scientist

“Once you are able to combine smart and diverse people, something great is becoming reality.”

Carsten Bachg
Chief Operating Officer

“I have the opportunity here to make a significant and very important contribution to more climate protection together with Vulcan.”

Jennifer Meisterling
HSEQ-Specialist

“It’s exciting to work with Vulcan because you get to sit in the front row while a completely new and renewable industry is being created. And it’s not only Vulcan to achieve the objectives but it also helped me to go outside of my comfort zone and enrich my experience. Vulcan stands for me as an entity that offers challenging tasks that push my boundaries and also having really nice colleagues whom I enjoy working and also having fun with.”

Mohamed Fadel
Junior Reservoir Engineer

Corporate areas.

Working at Vulcan can happen in many different areas. To achieve our goals, we have been building a fully integrated organisation of Project Development, Project Execution, and Production. This not only ensures the full ownership of our technology, projects, and operating facilities, but also offers various opportunities for our team members to develop their skills and build their individual careers across the whole company group.

Core functions.

  • Subsurface
  • Project Development
  • Technology and R&D
    • Labs, Pilot Plants and Optimisation Plants
  • Drilling
  • Project Execution
    • Engineering, PMO, Construction and Commissioning, Project Management, HSEQ
  • Production
    • Operations and Maintenance

Support functions.

  • IT, HR, Finance, Process Management, Central Services
  • Communication and Public Affairs
  • Investor Relations
  • Supply Chain