[Hiring] Associate Engineer @Capture6

Role Description

As we continue to grow, we are seeking a talented and naturally curious Chemical engineer to join our team. You will support the design and build of process equipment and instrumentation for water treatment, carbon capture, sequestration, and innovations that generate additional co-benefits, for experimentation, pilot testing, and at full scale. The ideal candidate is passionate about driving optimal outcomes and delivering insights that inform the overall business strategy.

• Research, design, and develop production processes that can scale from pilot through megaton system design.
• Develop and implement PFDs, P&IDs, SOPs, and control narratives for processes.
• Create M&EBs and use process modeling tools like Aspen Plus to size and optimize process designs across various applications.
• Produce rough quick models for preliminary estimation and prioritization, and detailed reliable models for project development.
• Independently design experiments (DoE) to test and optimize reactor performance using a mix of hands-on and software tools.
• Pursue and construct grant funding and patent applications through research on novel and relevant science topics.
• Develop engineering assessments for partnership projects, identifying risks and proposing countermeasures.
• Communicate and report key technical outcomes/learnings to technical and non-technical teams.
• Collaborate with management and cross-functional teams for prioritizing research needs.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of experience in a commercial or research environment.
• Prior experience with water treatment, electrolysis and/or electrodialysis, reactor design, and gas-liquid absorption is preferred.
• Programming experience (Python, MATLAB).
• Hands-on experience in a laboratory setting.
• Process simulation experience using software such as Aspen Plus, Aspen HYSYS, Aveva, WAVE, Winflows or similar.
• Hands-on experience with developing control and sensing systems in industrial hardware and facilities.
• Ability to communicate technical subjects to a non-technical audience and business subjects to a technical audience.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Proven track record of collaborative work across various teams, stakeholders, and external partners.
• Self-motivated and flexible with communicating with colleagues in various time zones.
• Passionate about tackling the climate crisis.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

• Salary range: $60,000 – $150,000 + equity + benefits.
• Salary determined by role, years of experience, and location.
• Individual pay determined by job-related skills, experience, and education or training.
• Compensation details reflect cash compensation only and do not include equity or other benefits.

Company Description

Climate change disproportionately impacts underrepresented communities, and we believe a diverse and inclusive team is needed to meet this major global crisis head on. We highly encourage members of traditionally underrepresented communities to apply. Capture6 is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, age, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, marital domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, or veteran status.