Overview Senior Materials Development Engineer (80-100%) at 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 carbon removal strategies and offer end-to-end services to help achieve net-zero goals. We operate the world's first two DAC plants in Iceland and are building a global purpose-driven team.
Job description Materials Solutions Development: Contribute to advancing next-generation Direct Air Capture technology by identifying, testing, and validating multi-material solutions that ensure reliable and durable operation in harsh plant environments, enabling seamless integration into Climeworks’ system designs.
Materials Selection and Testing: Identify scalable technical solutions—such as coatings, metals, composites, and elastomers—define product requirements, and independently develop them from initial concept to fully validated and specified technology components.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with system engineering, design, process engineering, and manufacturing teams to gather requirements, specify material systems, prepare integration documentation, and advise colleagues on material choices during technical reviews.
Prototyping and Testing: Build prototypes with the manufacturing team, conduct test campaigns with the testing team, and inspect hardware directly on site.
Partner Collaboration: Act as the technical interface for development projects with external partners, coordinating with procurement to manage project setup, technical communication, progress tracking, and result reporting.
Communication and Presentation: Clearly and concisely communicate findings and observations to peers and present work in technical reviews to support informed decision-making.
Our promise At Climeworks, you are accepted for who you are, and we are committed to building an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply – regardless of background, identity, or experience. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you, even if you don’t check every single box. Let’s tackle one of humankind’s greatest challenges together.
What We Offer Time Off: 25 paid vacation days per year, plus public holidays.
Flexibility: Hybrid work setup and up to 4 weeks of remote work annually within any EU country.
Ownership: Fair base pay with an equity package.
Family Support: Inclusive parental leave.
Continuous Learning: Budget for professional growth.
Referral Rewards: Bonuses for successful referrals.
Salary Salary ranges are assigned based on seniority and location market median; individual compensation depends on skills, experience, and value to the team.
Formalities This position is based in Opfikon, Zurich, and requires onsite work at least three days per week.
The percentage in the job title indicates flexibility – full-time or part-time options are available.
We do not accept candidate profiles through recruitment agencies.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Other
Job function Engineering and Information Technology
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