Process Engineer

Position Overview

We are looking for an energetic Process Engineer to lead the research, development and optimization of processes for integrating reticular materials into hydrogen storage and separation systems. This role involves hands-on experimental work, process design & implementation, reticular-material packaging and system testing in a dynamic, interdisciplinary environment.

Key Tasks and responsibilities

· Research, develop and optimize processes for handling and packaging reticular materials.

· Design tools, fixtures, and workflows to improve process efficiency and repeatability.

· Create and maintain process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), equipment lists, and test documentation.

· Operate and maintain hydrogen systems testing lab equipment, including gas sorption analyzers.

· Independently conduct long-duration experiments to collect pressure-composition-temperature

· (PCT/PCI) isotherms, kinetics, and cycle-life data.

· Help with safety and risk assessments including HAZOP and HAZID studies.

· Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations in the lab environment.

· Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of chemists, mechanical engineers, system analysts, and architects.

Essential Qualifications

· Master’s degree in mechanical or chemical engineering.

· Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in materials & process engineering.

· Strong background in nanomaterials process research, optimization, and scale-up.

· Comfortable with extended lab work and material processing.

· Experience with glove-box operations, high-pressure gas systems and hydrogen.

· Proficiency in troubleshooting, experimental documentation and technical reporting.

· Excellent interpersonal and team collaboration skills.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $79,115.82 - $95,279.27 per year

Benefits:

- 401(k)

- Dental insurance

- Health insurance

- Vision insurance

Education:

- Master's (Required)

Experience:

- Industry: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

- Foothill Ranch, CA 92610 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

- Foothill Ranch, CA 92610: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person