About the Role
The Carbon Removal Engineer/Scientist is essential to the research and development of CREW's carbon removal systems. The role will involve designing and conducting independent research and experiments in the laboratory and field. The primary goal of this role is to further scientific and engineering know-how on CREW technology, transforming concepts into technology development. During this work, the Carbon Removal Engineer/Scientist will be responsible for carbon removal operations in all scales of development, from bench to pilot to demonstration. Location will be in-person in either the office, laboratory, or field.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Continued evaluation of multiple measurement pathways for quantifying positive carbon removal and environmental impact, focusing on the sensing and monitoring of multiple environmental parameters in aqueous and solid phases.
Perform detailed chemical analyses using advanced analytical techniques (e.g., ICP-MS, GC-MS, HPLC) to measure concentrations of key compounds and trace elements.
Develop, optimize, and validate analytical methods for the characterization of complex environmental samples, ensuring compliance with industry standards and protocols.
Conduct field and lab operations such as sample collection, analysis, and interpretation
Understand and characterize mineral dissolution kinetics and geochemical mechanisms
Lead testing and troubleshooting of field deployed systems
Drive new ideas through stages of research, experimental design, proof-of-concept, and scale up
Lead data visualization and basic modeling using excel, python, or matlab
Aid in implementation, testing, and troubleshooting of carbon removal measurement systems
Prepare and evaluate technical plans, reports, presentations and proposals to support new and ongoing projects
Collaborate with the broader R&D team to effectively communicate ideas and results
Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized laboratory and field environment
Requirements
Required Qualifications
MS or PhD in relevant scientific discipline or engineering: geochemistry, environmental science, chemistry, chemical engineer, environmental engineer
3+ years of relevant project or wet laboratory experience
Strong communication and writing capabilities
Capable of lifting up to 15 lbs
Startup mindset where adaptability, creativity, agility, and execution are keys to success
Strong desire to fight climate change
Bonus Qualifications
Completed or currently undergoing postdoctoral work
2+ years field experience deploying technology at pilot or commercial scales
Data management or coding capabilities
Experience in early stage startup
Proficiency in modeling software for reactive transport or geochemical modeling (python, Matlab, Geochemist’s Workbench, PHREEQC, etc)
While we are looking for someone with these skills, you do not need to have all the listed qualifications to be a great addition to our team. Please reach out if you have any of the listed qualifications, are eager to learn new skills and be involved in the climate tech space, and have solid design, science/engineering, and problem-solving skills.
Compensation
The annual salary range for this position is competitive and will depend on many factors including experience, education, and expertise. We offer a competitive benefits package with insurance, vacation, retirement, and equity options.
About the Company
CREW utilizes the extensive infrastructure present in wastewater treatment systems to provide robust, empirical, and durable carbon dioxide removal through enhanced weathering, while delivering process benefits to our partners.
Highlights:
Won a carbon credit contractwith the premier buyer of carbon credits, the Frontier Climate Fund in Winter 2022
Selected as 1 of 24 companies by the US Department of Energy in 2024 to be a potential supplier of high-quality carbon credits to the federal government
Highlighted as an “Innovator of the Month” by US Senator Chris Murphy in 2024
Selected by ImagineH2O, the leading water sector innovation accelerator in 2024
Highlighted by Business Insider as “One of the Most Promising Climate-Tech Startups of 2023