Development Specialist Adsorption / Development Specialist Adsorption

Get to Know Climeworks

Climeworks is a leading high-quality carbon removal provider, combining decades of expertise in Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology with a holistic approach to carbon removal solutions.

We advise companies on their carbon removal strategies and provide tailored portfolios of nature-based and engineered approaches, offering end-to-end services to help achieve net-zero goals. Climeworks operates the world's first two DAC plants in Iceland, embodying our commitment to high-quality carbon removal backed by over 15 years of pioneering research, development, and deployment.

By advancing the most reliable solutions in the market, Climeworks accelerates the global transition to net-zero, unlocking economic value for businesses, governments, and society.

We foster a dynamic environment and are building a purpose-driven global team. We are looking for disruptive thinkers, passionate achievers, and inspiring leaders ready to tackle the world’s greatest challenges.

Will you join us?

Your Mission

As part of our team, your responsibilities will include:

• Lead Experimental Testing Campaigns: You will spearhead experimental testing campaigns to ensure accurate and reliable results.
• Coordinate Technical Discussions: You will facilitate technical discussions to align stakeholders and share insights.
• Analyze Campaign Results: You will analyze campaign results to derive meaningful conclusions.
• Relate Experiments to Development Strategy: You will connect experiments with the overall development strategy and modeling efforts.

Your Story

Requirements

• Educational Background: A background in process engineering or mechanical engineering with process exposure.
• Experimental Work: Experience in conducting experimental work and applying practical methods.
• Data Analysis: Proficiency in analyzing data to support decision-making.
• Hands-On Experience: Hands-on experience in experimental work environments.
• Personal Attributes: Pragmatic, a team player, and able to work under pressure.
• Language Skills and Travel: Proficient in English and willing to travel occasionally.

What We Offer

• Time Off: Enjoy 25 paid vacation days every year, plus public holidays.
• Flexibility: Work how it suits you best. We offer a hybrid work setup and up to 4 weeks of remote work annually within any EU country.
• Ownership: Fair base pay paired with an equity package – because your contributions matter.
• Family Support: Inclusive parental leave.
• Continuous Learning: A dedicated budget to invest in your professional growth.
• Referral Rewards: Help us grow our team and earn bonuses for your successful referrals.

Salary: At Climeworks, salary ranges are based on the level of seniority and the local market median for similar jobs according to external benchmark surveys. Individual compensation depends on your skills, experience, and the value you bring to the team.

Formalities

This position is based in Opfikon, Zurich, and we ask that you work onsite at least three days per week.

The percentage in the job title reflects flexibility – choose between full-time or part-time based on what works for you.

Only applications matching the job profile will be considered. Apply online using the form below.