Sr. Chemical Engineer - Fremont, United States - ReCarbon Inc

Description

Job Description

Job Description

ReCarbon, Inc. (

) is a low-cost and low-carbon fuels company. We use proprietary plasma technology to transform carbon dioxide and methane – major greenhouse gas pollutants – into revenue-generating clean fuels, offering a better decarbonization solution for hard-to-abate industries like aviation and maritime transit.

We are passionate about building a better future and dedicated to helping the transition to clean energy as quickly as possible.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced and talented engineer who will join our R&D team to lead the commercialization of ReCarbon's plasma reforming Emission Blade and commercial modules.

If you are interested in working with us to deploy our technology to improve the global environment, please send us your resume It's a fast-paced, friendly, and team-oriented work environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Design, build, test, analyze, and report on gas phase chemical reaction experiments in a laboratory setting
Develop ReCarbon's proprietary reforming reactors resulting in a commercial design
Become proficient with and assist in documentation and continuous improvement activities regarding ReCarbon's gas reforming process
Participate in a multidisciplinary team to sustain operations at the pilot and early commercialization scale
Work closely with and lead 3rd party contractors and project partners to meet project goals


Skills and Qualifications:
BS+ degree in chemical engineering or chemistry
8-10 years of experience in the chemical industry with special attention given to: methane reforming, syngas processing, combustion chemistry, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer
Experience with the design and operation of chemical reactors and other process equipment
Experience with safety reviews of chemical processes
Experience with the typical skill sets of the chemical process engineering domain: P&IDs, mass & energy balances, process safety reviews and documentation efforts, process equipment design, selection, and troubleshooting
Hands-on skills in a laboratory or with chemical plant equipment
Experience with gas analysis and data acquisition equipment for the field and/or laboratory environments
Experience with biogas and/or CO2 utilization processes is preferred
Experience with atmospheric plasma technology is preferred
Experience with CFD chemistry modeling is a plus
Experience working in IECEx and ATEX environments is a plus
Proficient in process hazard analyses (PHA, HAZOP, LOPAZ) a plus

Team player:
Be able to share knowledge, leading the team, and support other groups in a cross functional manner
Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills

Location:
Fremont, CA

Travel requirement :
Up to 30%, domestic and international

Job Type :
Full-time

Education :
BS/MS degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry

We offer a competitive salary, generous equity, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, 401K plan, and paid time off.

We are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation.

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