Alejandro Gracia Tabuenca
About Alejandro Gracia Tabuenca
Alejandro Gracia Tabuenca is a Process Engineer specializing in the recycling of lithium-ion batteries and metal recycling. He studied Chemical Engineering at Universidad de Zaragoza and Chalmers University of Technology, and has held various roles in engineering and project assistance, currently working at Northvolt since 2021.
Work at Northvolt
Alejandro Gracia Tabuenca has been employed at Northvolt since 2021, where he currently serves as a Process Engineer. His role involves applying his expertise in chemical engineering to support the company’s initiatives in battery recycling and metal recovery. Prior to his current position, he completed a three-month internship at Northvolt in 2021, gaining valuable experience in the company's operations.
Education and Expertise
Alejandro studied at Chalmers tekniska högskola, where he focused on Innovative and Sustainable Chemical Engineering. He participated in the ERASMUS program, completing a year of study in Chemical Engineering from 2018 to 2019. He also holds a Master's degree in Chemical Engineering from Universidad de Zaragoza, which he completed from 2020 to 2021. His educational background emphasizes his specialization in lithium-ion battery recycling and metal recycling from various industries.
Background
Alejandro Gracia Tabuenca has a diverse background in chemical engineering. He gained practical experience as an operator in a coffee company for two summers, totaling four months. He also worked as a waiter for six months while pursuing his studies. His early career included an internship at the Engineering Research Institute of Aragón, where he worked for four months in 2020, further enhancing his practical skills in the field.
Internship Experience
Before his current role at Northvolt, Alejandro completed an internship at the Engineering Research Institute of Aragón for four months in 2020. He also worked as a Project Assistant at Chalmers tekniska högskola for six months in 2019. These internships provided him with hands-on experience in engineering projects and research, contributing to his professional development in the field of chemical engineering.