LCA Expert

In this role you will:

•Support the teams and co-workers at ZF in reaching our environmental goals

•Ensure Transparency on environmental Claims Coordinate activities for enhancing environmental awareness and considerations across Division E functions

•Provide a holistic view on all relevant environmental impact categories Be Division E’s go to-LCA expert

What you’ll do

•Estimate environmental impact of Division E products by conducting LCAs on a continuous basis

•Support Division E departments in evaluating and choosing materials and technologies based on environmental performance

•Guide in the evaluation and comparison of suppliers’ environmental claims

•Work closely with the internal and external stakeholders and partners to develop the LCA-methodology

•Deliver LCA communication, support and training across Division E and externally

•Secure compliance with standards within the area and monitor upcoming standards and regulations Develop internal processes and way of working with LCA  

Requirements 

•Hold Master’s degree in Environmental engineering, science, sustainability field  or closely related fields

•High knowledge in manufacturing, engineering and/or product development

•Several years of experience with LCA from industry – preferable automotive or as a consultant and experienced user of Gabi LCA software

• Advanced knowledge of life cycle inventory (LCI) data, collection process and building of LCI blocks associated with specific technology for automotive systems

•Familiar with the most important LCA standards and guidelines, including ISO 14040/44, EU PEF

•Knowledge of Input/Output LCA modelling, mass and energy balances, sustainable innovation, scope 3 GHG assessments, systems thinking, and/or circular economy

•Strong quantitative or technical background with an excellent aptitude for analytical thinking. Natural curiosity to investigate issues, conduct research, design solutions and translate results into business practices

•Knowledge and passion for sustainability, environmental systems, life cycle thinking, product sustainability, and climate change