Job Title: Electrochemical Engineer
Location: Houston, TX
About Solidec
Solidec is the path to emission-free molecules. We make low-cost chemicals and fuels out of thin air, offering the potential to reduce up to 40% of industrial carbon emissions. With our breakthrough technology, it is our mission to reverse decades of emissions and produce low-cost, sustainable chemicals for years to come.
Position Overview
We are looking for an Electrochemical Engineer to join our team. As an Electrochemical Engineer, you will be responsible for developing, testing, and improving our electrochemical reactors. You will work closely with our technical team to evaluate and execute our technology development strategy. This role includes testing lab-scale reactors, while also offering the opportunity to build and test larger pilot-scale systems as we scale.
What You’ll Be Doing
•Designing and performing experiments to evaluate performance of electrochemical reactors
•Working with our technical team to identify methods to improve performance and lower costs of electrolyzers
•Interface with design engineers to improve and/or troubleshoot single-component and system design
•Analyzing data and presenting results to our technical team
•Growth opportunities include techno-economic modeling, process modeling, stack design, proposal writing, and pilot system design/assembly
What We’re Looking For
•Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field of study
•Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Electrochemistry, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field of study (PhD preferred) OR 3+ years of laboratory experience with electrochemical cells (e.g., fuel cells, electrolyzers, electrodialysis, or batteries)
•Hands-on experience with electrochemical system design and characterization techniques
•Preferred: Experience in membrane-electrode assemblies, electrodialysis, or electrodeionization
•Preferred: Experience in
fabrication or characterization of
ion-exchange membranes
and
resins
•Ability to learn/work efficiently
•Strong communication skills (written and oral)
safety in the laboratory
•Ability to move 25 pounds
Characteristics We’re Looking For
•Individuals with enthusiasm and conviction for creating global impact
•Innovators to develop transformative solutions
•Collaborators who excel in working with others
•Problem-solvers with a can-do mindset
•People with authentic character who value others
Why Solidec?
We care for people, not just our product.
Join our team to deliver new technologies to market that will have long-standing effects on our climate.
We are a small team, so every day brings a new challenge that we get to solve together.
We are growing quickly, and so will you. We will reward you for it.
We offer competitive salary, equity options, insurance, and flexible vacation.
Benefits
•Competitive salary and equity package
•Unlimited vacation policy
Interested?
If you are passionate about sustainability and solving climate challenges, we want to hear from you! Please submit your application; we look forward to seeing if we might be able to work together.