Get to Know Climeworks
Climeworks is a leading provider of high-quality carbon removal solutions, integrating decades of expertise in Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology with a comprehensive approach to carbon removal strategies. Our mission is to empower companies in their efforts to achieve net-zero goals by offering tailored portfolios that encompass both nature-based and engineered solutions.
As the operator of the first two DAC plants in Iceland, Climeworks is committed to delivering top-tier carbon removal, underpinned by over 15 years of pioneering research, development, and deployment. Through the advancement of the most reliable solutions available, we are dedicated to accelerating the global transition to net-zero emissions while unlocking economic value for businesses, governments, and society.
At Climeworks, we cultivate a dynamic and purpose-driven culture. We seek out disruptive thinkers, passionate achievers, and inspiring leaders who are ready to confront the world's most pressing challenges. Will you join us?
Your Mission
Job Description
- Process Development: Play a vital role in advancing the next generation of Direct Air Capture technology. As a specialist in fluid and heat flow dynamics, you will support the Process Development team in modeling, validating, and optimizing Climeworks' carbon capture processes.
- CFD Analysis: Conduct CFD analysis to predict and enhance fluid and heat flows at varying scales, from small-scale modeling of filter structures to large-scale atmospheric dispersion modeling, informing plant architecture and improving CO2 removal capacity.
- Collaboration with Mechanical Design: Work closely with mechanical design colleagues across departments, contributing to the design of new structures, vessels, and plant architectures by providing critical boundary conditions like temperature and velocity to design engineers.
- Model Development: Drive the improvement roadmap for CFD models. Collaborate with external partners to develop new techniques enhancing the accuracy and applicability of simulations, including complex multiphase and multiphysics flows.
- Validation & Measurement: Plan, execute, and evaluate validation measurements, drawing meaningful conclusions from your findings while ensuring models remain robust and well-calibrated through collaboration with Testing teams.
- Communication & Presentation: Clearly and concisely communicate results, findings, and observations to peers and present them in technical reviews.
Your Story
Requirements
- Experience & Expertise: A proactive and innovative process or mechanical engineer with at least 5 years of experience in Computational Fluid Dynamics, along with a solid technical background in thermodynamics, porous media, fluid mechanics, and thermal energy modeling. Experience with multiphase systems is a plus.
- Technical Proficiency: Proven experience in conducting CFD simulations and a strong understanding of fluid mechanics, coupled with expertise in evaluating heat transfer behavior through thermal analysis.
- Software Skills: Proficient in ANSYS FLUENT and geometry meshing tools such as Workbench, Fluent Mesher, Discovery, and Space Claim.
- Collaboration & Working Style: A collaborative team player who embraces an innovative yet structured working approach.
- Language Skills: Fluent in English.
What We Offer
- Time Off: Enjoy 25 paid vacation days annually, in addition to public holidays.
- Flexibility: Work according to what suits you best, with a hybrid setup and the option for up to 4 weeks of remote work each year within any EU country.
- Ownership: Competitive base pay complemented by an equity package — because your contributions matter.
- Family Support: Inclusive parental leave policies.
- Continuous Learning: A dedicated budget to invest in your professional growth.
- Referral Rewards: Help us expand our team and earn bonuses for successful referrals.
Salary
At Climeworks, salary ranges are determined based on job seniority and the specific market median for comparable positions, as indicated by external benchmark surveys. Individual compensation is based on your skills, experience, and the value you bring to the team.
Formalities
This position is based in Zurich, and we require a minimum of three onsite working days per week. Please note that we do not accept candidate profiles through recruitment agencies.
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