Chemical Engineer

Precision Combustion, Inc North Haven , CT 06473

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Who We Are

We create and develop innovative solutions to important energy and environmental challenges. Our team of scientists and engineers is talented and high performing; we are trailblazers in clean and efficient energy and environmental fields, developing fuel cell systems, catalytic fuel reforming, sorption systems, carbon capture and power generation.

We were the fastest growing green energy technology company in CT from 2018 2020.

For more information on who we are, please visit our website at www.precision-combustion.com.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an entry-level, ambitious chemical engineer with strong fundamentals, a curious and creative mind-set, attention to detail, and the desire to learn and grow within our multi-disciplinary environment. This hands-on position will offer exposure to all project phases from concept to product development.

You will support development of fuel cell system and components under the guidance of industry leaders, which includes 14 Ph.D.s, offering an opportunity to learn technical and project management skills with a clear path for career advancement. You will be required to research, review, and stay up to date with relevant technical literature and have the opportunity to contribute to publications, including patents.

Responsibilities Include:

Develop and test catalyst materials
Test fuel processors and oxidizers
Controls development and component evaluation
Test rig development and assembly
Controls logic development and debugging
Carefully document data to assess components and processes
Review and stay up to date with relevant technical literature
Gather and summarize test data for analysis and presentation to senior staff

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Requirements

Who You Are

BS in Chemical Engineering with 0-3 years experience, and comfortable with thermodynamics, reactor design, reaction kinetics, heat transfer, fluid flow
Solid understanding of chemical reaction kinetics and reactor design (e.g. - fuel processing, reforming, water gas shift, partial oxidation, sorption, etc.)
Familiarity with catalytic reactors and/or electrochemistry and materials/catalyst synthesis desirable
Experience with analytical techniques, controls, chemical process software and CFD a plus
Experience with LABVIEW, ASPEN/CHEMCAD, FLUENT/COMSOL software is preferred

Benefits

What PCI Offers You

At PCI youll find cohesive teams and a culture that promotes open communication and support. We also recognize that we are a team made up of individuals with full lives that extend beyond the work day. Our policies and benefits are crafted with our employees in mind.

We offer:

A competitive salary and benefits platform (medical/dental/vision; STD/LTD, Life Insurance and more)
401(k) with company match
Paid Time Off including Vacation, 10 paid Holidays, Personal/Sick Days and Paternal Leave

Flexible work hours
Growth and Development opportunities
More information can be found on our Career page
Your safety is our top concern; therefore, we are currently working under strict Covid-19 protocols which include masking, distancing, and other CDC recommended precautions. We require proof of COVID vaccination (boosters are optional)

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