Jens Würdig is an experienced energy and process management professional with over 15 years of expertise in energy efficiency, sustainability, and industrial process optimization. He currently serves as COX Project Manager and Global Energy Technology Manager at Clariant, where he oversees the global energy management system eWATCH. His role focuses on driving operational excellence, executing technical and digital improvement projects, and advancing corporate sustainability and digitization strategies.

Previously, Jens was Clariant’s Energy Manager for Germany, implementing energy efficiency projects and managing energy systems in accordance with ISO 50001. Before joining Clariant, he gained extensive experience as a Project Manager and Process Engineer at Air Liquide and Lurgi GmbH, specializing in chemical plant design, process safety, and advanced gasification technologies.

Jens holds a degree in Environmental and Bioprocess Engineering (Diplom-Ingenieur) from the University of Applied Sciences Jena (FH Jena). His professional expertise spans energy management, sustainability, project execution, and process innovation in industrial settings.

As one of the world’s leading specialty chemical companies and led by its purpose "Greater chemistry - between people and planet", Clariant contributes to value creation with innovative and sustainable solutions for customers from many industries. Our portfolio is designed to meet very specific needs with as much precision as possible. At the same time, our research and development is focused on addressing the key trends of our time. These include energy efficiency, renewable raw materials, emission-free mobility, and conserving finite resources. Whether in the lab, working in communications, recruiting new co-workers, or working on business strategy, we welcome all innovators and self-starters who like being challenged, who think out-of-the-box, who like working in an international environment, and who constantly strive to excel in his or her field. At Clariant you'll have the freedom to make a global impact -- with 10'481 colleagues and a vast global network.