Anthro Energy · 8 hours ago
Process Engineer
Alameda, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$88K/yr - $110K/yr
3+ years expAnthro Energy is focused on enabling cleaner energy storage solutions through advanced electrolyte materials for lithium-ion batteries. The Process Engineer will support the design, scale-up, and operation of a new production facility, ensuring engineering contractors and vendors meet project requirements in terms of scope, schedule, cost, and quality.
BatteryEnergy StorageManufacturingRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Act as the technical representative for the owner, reviewing process designs, PFDs, P&IDs, and engineering documentation from EPC contractors and vendors
Provide independent technical input to ensure designs are fit-for-purpose, safe, and aligned with operational requirements
Ensure alignment between process development, plant design, and long-term operability
Review and approve equipment specifications prepared by EPC firms
Lead owner's side technical reviews of vendor proposals and support vendor selection processes
Monitor vendor fabrication, testing, and delivery to ensure compliance with specifications, schedule, and budget
Participate in FATs (Factory Acceptance Tests) and SATs (Site Acceptance Tests) as owner's representative
Develop commissioning strategy and oversee detailed commissioning plans from third-party vendors
Ensure appropriate testing, validation, and performance criteria are built into commissioning procedures
Represent Anthro during commissioning and start-up, providing oversight, troubleshooting support, and performance acceptance review
Collaborate with internal stakeholders (operations, EHS, quality, supply chain) to ensure plant design supports long-term business objectives
Act as the technical liaison between the company and EPC firms, OEMs, and third-party consultants
Provide updates on process engineering status, risks, and issues to project leadership
Proactively identify technical risks in process design, equipment, and commissioning activities
Ensure compliance with industry best practices, process safety management (PSM), and regulatory requirements
Support implementation of quality assurance systems to validate engineering and construction deliverables
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering or related field
3+ years of process engineering experience in chemical manufacturing, specialty materials, battery electrolytes, pharmaceuticals, or related industries
Proven experience working for an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) firm, or as a Production Engineer in a chemical process facility
Strong background in equipment specification, technical reviews, and commissioning oversight
Proven ability to represent the owner's interests while managing multiple external stakeholders
Preferred
Master's degree in chemical engineering or similar field
Experience in lithium-ion battery materials, electrolytes, or advanced energy materials
Familiarity with large-scale CAPEX projects ($50M+) in chemical or materials manufacturing
Professional certifications: PE, PMP, or Six Sigma
Benefits
15 Vacation Days, 10+ Holidays, Sick time off
Full medical, dental, and vision coverage for team members, 60% coverage for dependents
401k with match
Paid parental leave with flexible return-to-work policy
Diverse and inclusive work environment
Company
Anthro Energy
Anthro Energy is a battery technology company that uses polymer electrolytes to improve the safety and adaptability of lithium-ion cells.
11-50 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Early StageTotal Funding
$58.2MKey Investors
PowerForwardUS Department of EnergyCollaborative Fund
2025-11-24Grant· $5.5M
2024-10-23Grant· $24.9M
2024-02-29Series A· $20M
Leadership Team
David Mackanic
CEO and Co-Founder
Joe Papp
CTO & Co-founder
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