Job Description

Senior Engineer (Mechanical, Systems, Controls)

As a Senior Engineer at BlueShift, you will be instrumental in building and designing the mechanical and control systems for our electrochemical technology and processes. Your expertise will drive the development of cost-effective, scalable solutions that advance BlueShift's mission to accelerate economic resilience by unlocking underutilized resources.

Responsibilities

• Leading the design, building, testing and integration of system components such as mineral reaction chambers to create a high integrity and commercially viable unit
• Conducting computational fluid dynamics (CFD) modeling to test system designs as an integral part of the prototyping process
• Designing, building, and programming an automated flow control system;
• Collaborating closely with engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contractors
• Spearheading the diagnosis and resolution of problems related to scaling up and integrating the electrochemical system with existing infrastructure
• Techno-economical tradeoff analyses and commercial scaling strategy
• Clear communication and collaboration with team members to achieve critical milestones

Requirements

• B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent
• 3+ years of experience in industry
• Comfortable with machining, casting, 3D printing, and additive manufacturing
• Highly proficient in SolidWorks; SolidWorks FlowSim or equivalent;
• Experience working with flow control or water treatment systems, working with programmable logic units and controllers, or similar
• Strong problem solving skills and taking initiative to overcome obstacles
• Creative thinking and ability to navigate ambiguity
• Confidence and skills in building and prototyping
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a track record of collaboration across disciplines.
• Ability to travel to pilot sites and partner facilities as needed.

You'll be a great fit if you also share these qualities:

• Experience working on electrochemical systems, chemical reactors, batteries or controlled fluid systems
• Experience with designing for use in marine systems, industrial chemical processes, or chemically corrosive environments
• You are receptive: Ability to receive feedback, learn from it, pivoting as needed
• Collaborative Spirit: You're open to brainstorming and helping others get unstuck.
• Curiosity and a first-principles approach, being willing to question the status quo

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and equity incentives.

• Opportunity to work on breakthrough technologies that tackle national resilience.

• Fast-paced, mission-driven environment with high-growth potential.

• Collaborative and supportive team, dedicated to innovation.

• Professional development and career growth opportunities.

BlueShift Carbon, Inc is an equal opportunity employer.