Carbon Analysis Engineer

International Society for Industrial Ecology; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock option plan

Company pension

Leading private health insurance

Remote working allowance

Unlimited free coffee

Job summary

A climate-focused technology firm in Cambridge is seeking a Carbon Analysis Engineer to lead innovations in carbon emissions measurement across diverse sectors. You will be responsible for analyzing large datasets and developing new methodologies to set standards in the industry. If you have a strong background in process engineering and sustainability, along with excellent problem-solving skills, this is an opportunity to significantly impact climate decarbonisation efforts while working in a dynamic and hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in process engineering or lifecycle analysis.
• Strong understanding of industrial processes and carbon accounting principles.
• Experience with relevant emissions standards and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead primary data validation efforts to reveal emissions sources.
• Analyze mass, energy, and emissions datasets.
• Develop new methodologies for carbon measurement across industrial processes.

Skills

Process engineering

Data analysis with Python

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Python (pandas, numpy)

Job description

Are you motivated to create impact on a global scale? If so, we want you!

We’re Neutreeno, a world leader in resource and emissions flow mapping for global supply chains. Born out of the University of Cambridge’s Department of Engineering, we believe that climate change is the greatest challenge of our time. Frustrated with the ever-widening gap between climate ambition and on-the-ground action, Neutreeno was founded by leading climate scientists and engineers to close this gap by building a software that unlocks rapid decarbonisation. We believe that there is a massive opportunity to drive efficiencies and cost reductions on a scale never seen before by embedding data and emissions intelligence into the core of how businesses and supply chains operate.

We’re a fast-moving team that values EQ just as much as IQ. Autonomy, high-ownership, speed and no-ego collaboration are at our core. We seek people who care deeply and are eager to work on solving problems bigger than themselves.

The Role

As a Carbon Analysis Engineer at Neutreeno, you'll take strong ownership of implementing our novel methodologies for scientifically measuring greenhouse gas emissions across complex industrial processes. You'll be eager to do everything involved in creating world-leading climate decarbonisation systems. Working across diverse sectors from jet engine production to electricity transmission and EV battery manufacturing, you'll collaborate with our data science and modelling teams to identify real-time emission hotspots, drive best practices and play a crucial role in accelerating decarbonisation pathways.

This is a role for someone who thrives diving deep into complex industrial processes to understand their fundamentals; analysing large datasets to uncover emission patterns and opportunities; managing multiple workstreams and priorities; and ready to continuously learn at the intersection of engineering, climate science, and industrial operations.

As part of a dynamic and fast-paced startup, you'll thrive on the challenge of building something extraordinary — tapping into and leveraging your proven expertise in process engineering and sustainability. You'll have the opportunity to shape decarbonisation strategies from the ground up and create exceptional solutions across industries. Your work at Neutreeno will directly impact companies around the world.

This position operates on a hybrid work model that fosters both teamwork and individual flexibility, with 3 days per week in our Cambridge office. Exceptional London-based candidates will be considered with a 2-day per week office requirement.

What You’ll Do

• Drive emission data excellence by leading primary data validation efforts that reveal how emissions originate through industrial systems. You'll be exposed to complex process flows, pinpoint emission sources through our novel engine, and transform raw data into the decarbonisation action
• Dig deep into mass, energy and emissions datasets to uncover the stories they tell. You'll sense-check outputs of our novel approach to measure emissions to ensure all results are up to standard
• Develop methodologies that set new standards for measuring carbon across industrial processes and supply chains by looking at the best parts of ISO, PACT and the Greenhouse Gas Protocol that drive meaningful, actionable carbon measurement
• Push the boundaries of emissions measurement by teaming up with cross-functional partners to design new product features. You'll translate technical breakthroughs into new functionalities that showcase real value, turning complex findings into clear, actionable strategies that companies can execute on—and helping them identify, track and amplify decarbonisation wins across their entire value chains

The Qualifications You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in chemical engineering, environmental engineering, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in process engineering or lifecycle analysis (LCA) / product carbon footprints (PCFs)
• Strong understanding of industrial processes, energy systems, and carbon accounting principles
• Experience in using Python for simple data analysis (pandas, numpy), preferably published and collaborated projects through tooling such as GithHub
• Familiarity with relevant emissions standards and protocols (e.g., GHG Protocol, ISO 14064, CBAM, PACT)
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in early-stage startups (Seed to Series A), with a preference for those who have been part of an early team and thrive in fast-moving environments
• Familiarity with decarbonisation project identification, prioritisation and implementation
• Familiarity with systems thinking in the context of value chain modelling
• Familiarity with general machine learning techniques or applied to process optimisation

What We Offer

Compensations & Benefits:

• £30,000 - £45,000 dependent on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Stock option plan so you can become a co-owner in the business
• Company pension with NEST
• Leading private health insurance with WPA (the only Which? Recommended Provider for Private Medical Insurance for two consecutive years)
• Cycle to work scheme
• Purpose – a shared mission worthy of your time
• A hybrid work model that fosters both teamwork and individual flexibility (2 days remote per week).
• Remote working allowance (2 weeks per year)
• Work from Neutreeno HQ at the Cambridge Institute for Sustainability Leadership, recognised by the Financial Times as one of Europe's leading startup hubs (complete with an awesome rooftop terrace for summer socials)

Culture & Growth:

• Join a fast-growing company (200%+ YoY team growth) that recently raised a $5M seed round, with momentum continuing to build
• An open-minded culture with a flat hierarchy and everyone vectoring in the same direction and where ideas and ownership matter
• Clear company values rooted in Stoic and Zen principles
• Incredible professional development and rapid growth opportunities
• A growing team of Neutreeno-ee’s from diverse backgrounds (12 different nationalities) to learn from and work alongside
• Great on-site amenities (unlimited free coffee, weekly events with global sustainability leaders…)
• Regular team socials (typically every 2 weeks) to connect beyond work
• The unique opportunity to work with some of the world’s best and brightest minds in climate science and engineering to make a real impact on global decarbonisation efforts.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about leveraging your engineering skills and are excited by high growth & impact, we want to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV here explaining your interest in the role.

Due to the high volume of applications, if you haven't heard from us within 2 weeks, please assume your application was unsuccessful on this occasion. We appreciate your interest in our mission.

Neutreeno is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace.