Get to Know Climeworks
Climeworks is a leading provider of high-quality carbon removal solutions, leveraging decades of expertise in Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology alongside a holistic approach to carbon removal. Our mission is to advise companies on effective carbon removal strategies while offering tailored portfolios comprising both nature-based and engineered solutions, facilitating the achievement of net-zero goals.
Operating the world's first two DAC plants in Iceland, Climeworks showcases a significant commitment to delivering high-quality carbon removal powered by over 15 years of pioneering research, development, and deployment. By advancing the most reliable solutions available, Climeworks is instrumental in accelerating the global transition to net zero, unlocking economic value for businesses, governments, and society.
We cultivate a dynamic environment and are building a globally purpose-driven team. We seek disruptive thinkers, passionate achievers, and inspiring leaders who are ready to take on the world’s greatest challenges. Will you join us?
Your Mission
Job Description
As a vital member of our team, you will contribute to the development of the next generation of Direct Air Capture technology. Your responsibilities will include:
- Process Development: Supporting the Process Development team in modeling, validating, and optimizing Climeworks’ carbon capture process as a fluid dynamics specialist.
- CFD Analysis: Conducting CFD analysis to predict and optimize airflow across our systems, from small-scale filter structures to large-scale atmospheric dispersion modeling that informs plant architecture and improves CO2 removal capacity.
- Collaboration with Mechanical Design: Working closely with mechanical design colleagues to contribute to new structures, vessels, and plant architectures, providing essential pressure, velocity, and boundary conditions.
- Model Development: Driving the improvement roadmap for CFD models and collaborating with external partners on new techniques to enhance simulation accuracy and applicability.
- Validation & Measurement: Planning, executing, and evaluating validation measurements, drawing meaningful conclusions, and ensuring model robustness in collaboration with our Testing teams.
- Communication & Presentation: Clearly and concisely communicating results, findings, and observations to peers during technical reviews.
Your Story
Requirements
- Experience & Expertise: A proactive and innovative process, mechanical, or aerospace engineer with at least 5 years of experience in Computational Fluid Dynamics, equipped with a strong technical background in thermodynamics, porous media, airflow, and/or thermal energy modeling.
- Technical Proficiency: Proven experience in running CFD simulations, with a solid understanding of fluid mechanics and evaluating complex gas phase systems.
- Software Skills: Proficiency in Ansys Fluent/CFX and geometry meshing tools (Workbench, Fluent Mesher, Discovery, Space Claim, etc.).
- Collaboration & Working Style: A proactive, innovative team player willing to work across disciplines and support others. A passion for tackling challenges and a willingness to take risks to explore new approaches.
- Language Skills: English is the working language at Climeworks; no additional language skills are required.
What We Offer
- Time Off: Enjoy 25 paid vacation days each year, plus public holidays.
- Flexibility: Work in a manner that suits you best, with a hybrid work setup and up to 4 weeks of remote work annually within any EU country.
- Ownership: Competitive base pay complemented by an equity package, recognizing the value of your contributions.
- Family Support: Inclusive parental leave to support our employees’ families.
- Continuous Learning: A dedicated budget to invest in your professional growth.
- Referral Rewards: Earn bonuses for successful referrals as we grow our team.
Application Process
To apply for this position, please apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.
Formalities
This position is based in Opfikon, Zurich, with an expectation to work onsite at least three days per week. We do not accept candidate profiles through recruitment agencies.