Process Design Engineer

We are seeking an early-career engineer to support the design, development, and safe operation of our direct air capture systems and related laboratory and pilot equipment. The role combines engineering analysis with practical implementation, covering all stages from initial calculations and drawings through equipment selection, testing, and commissioning. You will develop process designs based on project and testing needs, prepare heat and mass balances, and carry out equipment-sizing calculations. Responsibilities include preparing and updating process flow diagrams (PFDs), piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), equipment datasheets, and operating descriptions. You will assist in selecting process equipment such as pumps, vacuum equipment, vessels, piping, valves, heaters, heat exchangers, instruments, and other components. The role involves defining measurement, control, and protection systems using instruments, alarms, operating sequences, and safety interlocks. Additionally, you will plan tests, analyze process data, and recommend improvements to enhance performance, reliability, and energy efficiency. You will support installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, safety reviews, and the preparation of operating procedures. The position requires working both at a desk and hands-on with laboratory or pilot equipment in a collaborative environment with process, research, fabrication, electrical, automation, operations, and procurement teams.

A Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a closely related field; A good understanding of material and energy balances, thermodynamics, fluid flow, heat transfer, and mass transfer; Ability to carry out engineering calculations and explain assumptions and results clearly; Ability to prepare or read PFDs, P&IDs, equipment drawings, and datasheets; Confidence working with data to identify problems and suggest practical solutions; Clear written and verbal communication, good organization, and attention to detail; Willingness to work both at a desk and hands-on with laboratory or pilot equipment; Up to three years of relevant experience in process design, equipment sizing, instrumentation, commissioning, pilot operations, or engineering research (fresh graduates with relevant internships, industrial attachments, or strong engineering projects are encouraged to apply); Experience preparing equipment specifications, working with suppliers, or checking delivered equipment; Some exposure to sensors, process controls, PLCs, or SCADA systems; Experience using tools such as AutoCAD, Draw.io, Aspen Plus, HYSYS, DWSIM, Python, MATLAB, or similar software; Interest in carbon capture, gas processing, adsorption, vacuum, or heating systems is an advantage.