Senior R&D Scientist - Atmospheric Water Harvesting

  • Irvine, California
  • Full Time

Senior R&D Scientist - Atmospheric Water Harvesting
Location: Irvine, CA

Join a trailblazing startup founded by a renowned Professor in transforming the future of water and air. As a Senior R&D Scientist, you'll be at the heart of pioneering technologies for atmospheric water harvesting and CO2 capture, driving innovations that make a global impact.
Why You Should Apply:

  • Lead cutting-edge research in atmospheric water harvesting.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Collaborate with top-tier scientists and engineers.
  • Play a crucial role in the commercialization of breakthrough technologies.
  • Contribute to sustainability and environmental solutions.
What Youll Be Doing:
  • Work with the head of Product Engineering to scale up MOF/COF-based technologies.
  • Collaborate with R&D scientists on technical and functional specifications.
  • Design and develop heat management systems, optimizing components like heat exchangers and thermal storage.
  • Scale technologies from prototype to commercial stage.
  • Optimize system parameters to enhance performance, efficiency, and safety.
  • Evaluate and manage sourcing of materials and components.
  • Set up QC/QA processes and procedures for production.
  • Maintain detailed electronic notebooks and contribute to intellectual property.
  • Report periodically to management and participate in technical meetings.
About You:
  • PhD in mechanical engineering or a similar field with a strong research background.
  • Proficient in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer.
  • Over 5 years of industrial R&D experience.
  • Skilled in designing system-level prototypes and using simulation tools.
  • Familiar with health and safety procedures in production.
  • Excellent teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills.

How To Apply
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Job ID: 484896822
Originally Posted on: 7/11/2025

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