Scientific Search · 2 days ago
Senior R&D Scientist – Carbon Capture
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expScientific Search is a pioneering startup founded by a renowned Professor, focused on environmental sustainability. As a Senior R&D Scientist, you will lead the development of cutting-edge CO2 capture technologies, driving innovations to combat climate change.
Human ResourcesStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the head of Product Engineering to scale up MOF/COF-based CO2 capture systems
Model the kinetics, thermal transfer, and CO2 adsorption/desorption mechanisms
Develop and optimize models for CO2 capture, including energy efficiency and air flow
Design and scale technologies from prototype to commercial stage
Optimize system parameters to enhance performance and efficiency
Collaborate with R&D scientists on technical specifications
Evaluate and manage sourcing of materials and components
Establish QC/QA processes and maintain detailed electronic notebooks
Contribute to the company's intellectual property and participate in technical meetings
Qualification
Required
PhD in mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, or a related field with a strong research background
Experience in CO2 capture industry and pressure swing adsorption systems
Proficient in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer
Over 5 years of industrial R&D experience, with 3-5 years in the CO2 field
Skilled in designing system-level prototypes and using simulation tools
Familiar with health and safety procedures in production
Excellent teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills
Benefits
Competitive salary and benefits package.
Company
Scientific Search
Scientific Search is a staffing and recruiting company offering pharmaceutical, engineering, and it recruiting services.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase