Principal Adsorption Instrumentation Specialist

Remora is hiring a Principal Adsorption Instrumentation Specialist with expertise in carbon capture processes. The Adsorption Scientist will optimize mass and heat transfer within a packed bed, and help to tackle the defining challenge of our time.

We’re a 50-person climate tech startup based in Detroit, MI. We build a device that captures a semi-truck’s carbon emissions directly from the tailpipe. We sell the CO2 to end-users, and split that revenue with our customers, so our device pays for itself in
just a couple years. 

We’re piloting our technology with some of the largest companies in the world, including three of the Fortune 10, and we’ve raised multiple rounds of funding from leading investors like Lowercarbon Capital, Union Square Ventures, and First Round Capital.

Responsibilities

- Install, configure, and calibrate various types of instrumentation systems, including sensors, transmitters, analyzers, and control devices, according to established procedures and specifications.
- Perform routine inspections, testing, and preventive maintenance on instrumentation systems to ensure proper functionality and adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with instrumentation systems, employing advanced diagnostic tools and techniques to identify and resolve problems promptly.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to design and implement instrumentation solutions for specific projects or applications, considering factors such as accuracy, precision, and environmental conditions.
- Develop and maintain documentation for instrumentation systems, including calibration procedures, maintenance schedules, and troubleshooting guidelines.
- Assist in the selection and procurement of new instrumentation equipment, evaluating technical specifications and vendor capabilities.
- Stay updated with the latest advancements in instrumentation technology, attending relevant workshops, training programs, and industry conferences.
- Provide technical guidance and training to operators and technicians on the proper use, maintenance, and troubleshooting of instrumentation systems.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support the integration of instrumentation systems with other components, such as control systems, data acquisition systems, and process automation.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies during all instrumentation activities, promoting a culture of safety and accountability.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or a related field. Relevant certifications or equivalent work experience will also be considered.
- Proven experience working with a variety of instrumentation systems, including sensors, transmitters, analyzers, and control devices.
- Strong knowledge of instrumentation principles, techniques, and best practices.
- Proficiency in the installation, calibration, and troubleshooting of instrumentation systems.
- Familiarity with industry standards and regulatory requirements related to instrumentation, such as ISO, ASTM, or IEC standards.
- Experience with diagnostic tools and software used for instrumentation testing and troubleshooting.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to quickly identify and resolve instrumentation issues.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to collaborate with team members and stakeholders at various levels of the organization.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality in all aspects of work.

Requirements:

- Extensive theoretical knowledge and understanding of adsorption, catalysis, and surface science, with a strong foundation in the underlying principles and mechanisms.
- Over 15 years of hands-on experience in experimental characterization of adsorption and related phenomena, demonstrating a deep understanding of experimental techniques and data analysis.
- Proficiency in operating, installing, maintaining, and servicing a wide range of instrumentation used for the measurement of adsorption and related phenomena.
- Proven expertise in designing, building, and modifying instrumentation systems specifically tailored for adsorption research, ensuring optimal performance and accuracy.
- Track record of successfully setting up laboratories and developing testing programs and procedures for gas and vapor adsorption measurement, including equipment selection, standardization, and quality control.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and present research findings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.

Here’s what we value

- You want to join a fast-paced, fast-growing startup.
- You care deeply about reducing carbon emissions and building power for the historically excluded communities that will be most affected by those emissions.
- You fully own projects, and you identify and solve problems through completion. 
- You adapt to change, and you appreciate failures as learning opportunities, constructively sharing them with your teammates.
- You improve your teammates’ performance through collaboration.
- You consistently pursue personal and professional growth for yourself and your teammates.
- You voice respectful disagreement and provide high-quality constructive feedback.
- You’re an effective and active listener, and a clear and concise communicator.

Logistics

- Location: Wixom MI
- Start date: July 2023
- COVID-19: Remora requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Applicants are required to submit proof of vaccination prior to beginning employment. Appropriate COVID-19 safety precautions are implemented in the workplace.

Compensation And Benefits

- Salary: $177,000
- Equity: 0.14%
- Healthcare (Aetna)
- Retirement (401k)
- Student loan assistance
- Four weeks of paid time off
- Dependent care assistance (childcare or eldercare)Parental leave
- Unlimited sick and compassionate leave
- Employee development and coaching
- Office setup (remote) or relocation (in-person) stipend

Climate change disproportionately impacts communities of color, so we’re looking for candidates deeply committed to reducing emissions and to racial justice. People who identify as Black, Indigenous, person of color, female, non-binary, trans, gender non-conforming, or any other identity underrepresented in startups are especially encouraged to apply.

Research shows that women and people of color are less likely to think they are qualified for a position after reading a list of requirements like the one above. If you are worried that you are not qualified, please apply anyway! We’re most excited to work with people who learn quickly and want to tackle the climate crisis.