Senior R&D Scientist – Carbon Capture

Scientific Search; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering startup at the forefront of environmental sustainability as a Senior R&D Scientist. In this exciting role, you will lead the development of innovative CO2 capture technologies, collaborating with a team of distinguished scientists and engineers. Your expertise will drive groundbreaking research that significantly impacts the global fight against climate change. This is an opportunity to work in a dynamic startup environment that values diversity, collaboration, and innovation, making a real difference in the world. If you're passionate about sustainability and ready to take on a challenge, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to work with distinguished scientists

Diversity and collaboration in the workplace

Contribution to groundbreaking research

Qualifications

• PhD in mechanical or chemical engineering with a strong research background.
• 5+ years of R&D experience, including 3-5 years in CO2 capture.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to scale up CO2 capture systems and optimize performance.
• Design and scale technologies from prototype to commercial stage.

Skills

Thermodynamics

Fluid Mechanics

Heat Transfer

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

PhD in Chemical Engineering

Related Field

Tools

Simulation Tools

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Location: Irvine, CA

Join a pioneering startup founded by a renowned Professor, in shaping the future of environmental sustainability. As a Senior R&D Scientist, you will lead the charge in developing cutting-edge CO2 capture technologies, driving innovations that can significantly impact the global fight against climate change.

Why You Should Apply

• Be a key player in pioneering CO2 capture technology.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Work with a team of distinguished scientists and engineers.
• Contribute to groundbreaking research with global environmental impact.
• Join a startup environment that values diversity, collaboration, and innovation.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Collaborate with the head of Product Engineering to scale up MOF/COF-based CO2 capture systems.
• Model the kinetics, thermal transfer, and CO2 adsorption/desorption mechanisms.
• Develop and optimize models for CO2 capture, including energy efficiency and air flow.
• Design and scale technologies from prototype to commercial stage.
• Optimize system parameters to enhance performance and efficiency.
• Collaborate with R&D scientists on technical specifications.
• Evaluate and manage sourcing of materials and components.
• Establish QC/QA processes and maintain detailed electronic notebooks.
• Contribute to the company's intellectual property and participate in technical meetings.

About You

• PhD in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or a related field with a strong research background.
• Experience in CO2 capture industry and pressure swing adsorption systems.
• Proficient in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer.
• Over 5 years of industrial R&D experience, with 3-5 years in the CO2 field.
• Skilled in designing system-level prototypes and using simulation tools.
• Familiar with health and safety procedures in production.
• Excellent teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills.

How To Apply

We’d love to see your resume, but we don’t need it to have a conversation. Send us an email to [e-mail] and tell us why you’re interested. Or, feel free to email your resume. Please include Job#18782.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Research, Analyst, and Information Technology