Process R&D Co-op
Sublime Systems
Somerville, MA, USA
Posted on Sep 13, 2024
Sublime Systems is a technology company commercializing affordable, ultra-low-carbon cement. Sublime's breakthrough replaces the industry's legacy fossil fuel-fired kilns with an electrochemical system that operates at ambient temperature, eliminating the use of fossil fuel and the need for limestone, resulting in low-carbon, low-embodied energy cement. This technology has the potential to drive gigaton-scale CO2 reductions in an industry responsible for 8 percent of global emissions. Sublime is backed by mission-aligned investors, including The Engine, Prime Impact Fund, Energy Impact Partners, and Lowercarbon Capital. We are building a diverse and collaborative team of folks who are "amped about cement" (pun intended), who share our values (excellence, creativity, and teamwork), and our motivation to create a better world.
Position Overview
Sublime Systems seeks a creative and dynamic R&D Co-op or Intern to contribute to the development of our cement manufacturing process. The co-op or intern will be responsible for conducting research including hands-on lab-scale testing, data analysis, and literature reviews. As a member of Sublime Systems’ R&D team, the R&D co-op or intern will work closely with the company’s experienced researchers and will receive extensive mentorship. This is an exciting opportunity to combat global climate change by transforming how the world makes cement. This is a full time (40 hr/wk) in person position located in Somerville, MA.
The role will focus on chemical process optimization, materials synthesis, and characterization. This role is expected to be hands-on, with a significant amount of time spent engaging in lab testing. The ideal candidate will have experience working in chemistry or chemical engineering laboratories. Successful candidates will be results-driven, detail-oriented, organized, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities include:
- Performing experiments including laboratory-scale testing of reaction and separation unit operations, materials synthesis, and physical or chemical characterization
- Analyzing data, interpreting results, and presenting findings to Sublime’s team
- Contributing to the development of Sublime’s process through literature reviews
- Championing safety, especially in the development and execution of experimental processes
- Fostering Sublime Systems’ reputation by delivering innovative solutions
- Helping to develop a supportive, innovative, and dynamic company culture
Knowledge and Skill Requirements:
- Pursuing a B.S. in chemical engineering, materials science, chemistry, or a related field.
- Strong knowledge of chemical engineering and chemistry fundamentals.
- Able to perform lab work including preparing solutions, setting up and operatinglaboratory reactors, and carrying out analytical measurements.
- Able to lift objects up to 50 lbs.
- Familiarity with physical and chemical characterization techniques such as SEM, XRD, XRF, BET, and ICP is a plus.
- Superior presentation and communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to listen, distill information, consult, and suggest new approaches.
- Ability to pay close attention to detail, focusing on accuracy and quality, without losing sight of the bigger picture.
- Balance, perspective, and a good sense of humor.
Sublime Systems is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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