Staff Chemical Engineer - Engineering/Catalyst Development

101 Bloom Energy; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

Bloom Energy is seeking a Catalyst Development role to support the Engineering Development team in Fremont and San Jose, CA. This on-site position focuses on leading catalytic material qualification, testing, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to advance fuel cell technologies.

The candidate should have a chemical engineering background with 0–3 years of experience, internships, hands-on lab work, and familiarity with GC, MS, and FTIR instruments.

Qualifications

• B.S./M.S. in chemical engineering or related area.
• 0–3 years of experience, internship helpful.
• Hands-on laboratory experience and strong communication skills.
• Experience with gas analyzer equipment is a plus.
• Knowledge in catalyst development, process development or related topics.
• Strong problem-solving and project management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead catalytic material qualification and testing.
• Own implementation, maintenance and troubleshooting of test systems and analyzer equipment.
• Collect, analyze and organize test data.
• Prepare and present status updates and in-depth data presentations.
• Organize and assist major catalyst projects and applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on a regular basis.

Skills

Chemical engineering

Lab experience

Internship experience

Education

B.S./M.S. in Chemical Engineering

Tools

Gas Chromatography

Mass Spectrometry

FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared)

Job description

At Bloom Energy, our vision for a world powered by clean, reliable, and affordable energy is more than just a dream-we're making it reality. For over two decades, we've been at the forefront of the global energy transition, pioneering solutions that empower critical industries to thrive in a rapidly digitizing, energy-intensive world. From revolutionizing power for AI-driven data centers to ensuring resilience for hospitals, electric grids, manufacturing facilities, and utilities, our solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) and solid oxide electrolyzer (SOEC) technologies are redefining what's possible by delivering energy abundance for all. With more than 30,000 fuel cell modules deployed worldwide, we are the trusted partner for Fortune 100 companies and innovators alike. Our cutting-edge solutions enable unparalleled time-to-power capabilities, reliability, and sustainability, ensuring our customers remain ahead in a world where soaring energy demand and intensifying energy scarcity are rapidly becoming the new norm. At Bloom, we thrive on collaboration, bold thinking, and relentless innovation. We believe that, together, we can create a brighter, more sustainable future while tackling the most pressing challenges of the 21st century.

This role will assist with Catalyst Development in the Engineering Development team and will be based in Fremont, CA and San Jose, CA. This is a fully on-site, in office role.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Lead catalytic material qualification and testing
• Ownership of implementation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of process testing, test systems, and analyzer equipment
• Collect, analyze, and organize test data
• Prepare and deliver status updates and in-depth data presentations
• Organize, track, and assist in major catalyst projects and applications
• Collaborate and communicate with cross functional teams on a regular basis

Skills and Experience:

• Qualified individuals have a B.S/MS in chemical engineering or related area.
• 0-3 years experience.
• Internship experience.
• Strong Chemical Engineering background
• Hands on lab scale experience- Internships, lab assistant, or otherwise
• Familiar with gas analyzer equipment such as Gas Chromatography, Mass Spectroscopy, and Fourier Transform Infrared spectroscopy.
• Knowledge and experience in one or more of the following relevant topics: catalyst development, process development, air quality, combustion, emissions chemistry, thermodynamics, and fuel processing.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong project management skills
• Self-starter
• Team oriented
• Highly organized
• Strong problem-solving skills

Bloom Energy is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We are committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants, will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability. Bloom Energy makes reasonable accommodations, consistent with applicable laws, for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant or employee with a disability, who can perform the essential job functions, unless undue hardship would result.

Bloom Energy is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The total compensation for this position includes standard company benefits and is based on various factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience.

#LI-BC1 Salary Ranges: $134,500.00 - $193,500.00

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