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Sr. Chemical Engineer

LOS ANGELES, CA / FULL TIME

EMPLOYER DESCRIPTION

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At this time x/44 operates under the umbrella of the Institute for Carbon Management (ICM) which is a cross-campus technology-translation entity at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). ICM translates pioneering carbon management solutions from the (laboratory) bench-scale to pre-commercial/commercial-scale devices, prototypes, and (software) solutions. ICM's activities span two major focus areas:

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  1. Technologies for carbon dioxide removal (from the atmosphere), utilization, and avoidance, and

  2. Technologies for creating new supply chains, and processing approaches for critical materials and elements (e.g., Li, Ni, Co, Mn, Mo) that are foundational to accelerating the clean energy transition, as well as reducing the carbon footprint of extractive processes.

 

ICM is organized into action teams that are convergent, agile, and world-class. Prominently, these action teams have enabled ICM-born technologies to be awarded the NRG COSIA Carbon XPRIZE, and the 2021 Liveability Challenge, among others. ICM's technologies are now being commercialized via spin-out companies including CarbonBuilt Inc., Concrete-AI Inc., and SeaChange Inc.

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ROLE DESCRIPTION

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ICM is seeking an experienced engineer to join its latest cutting-edge action team with the potential for carbon removal at a global scale. This position will develop, and ultimately commercialize, a novel electrochemical system up to a scale of 1 tonne of product per day. The ideal candidate seeks project ownership and desires growing a technology from prototype to functional pilot plant. The position will collaborate closely with a team of dedicated individuals who are impact-driven and results-focused.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

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  • Own pilot plant level design, including flow rates, mass/energy balance, equipment list etc.

  • Focus on system compatibility and part-to-part integration

  • Develop bench-scale prototypes, and beyond, to inform system design requirements

  • Qualify fabricators, conduct factory acceptance tests, and execute plant shakedowns

  • Identify and effectively communicate barriers and bottlenecks to progress

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

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  • B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering, or similar field

  • 5+ years of experience in chemical, energy, aerospace or other relevant industry •

  • Prior experience developing technologies from bench- to pilot-scale

  • A self-starter who collaborates effectively, communicates clearly, and drives progres

  • Advocate for first-principles based design, with expertise in fluid mechanics and thermodynamics

  • Comfortable engaging equipment manufacturers and consulting firms

  • Experience with HAZOPS and is a champion of safety

 

BENEFICIAL ASSETS

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  • Experience with ASPENPlus or similar simulation tool 

  • Experience with manufacturing design

  • Passionate about carbon management solutions

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EEO DISCLOSURE

 

The University of California undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for covered veterans. University policy is intended to be consistent with the provisions of applicable State and Federal laws. Inquiries regarding the University's equal employment opportunity policies may be directed to the UCLA Staff Diversity and AA/EEO Compliance Office (310) 794-0691 or email at mailsaa@saa.ucla.edu.

 

If you meet the above requirements and are interested in this position, please provide (as PDFs): a detailed resume and a short personal statement explaining your relevant experience and interests. Click the APPLY FOR THIS JOB button above. 

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