Engineer Pilot Co-op

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  

This is an exciting opportunity to transform how the world makes cement. Sublime Systems seeks a creative and dynamic Engineering Intern to support operations of our pilot plant.  

In your role you will learn to operate our pilot plant using an HMI as well as take and analyze process samples. You will help maintain pilot equipment as well as implement process improvements.   

This role is expected to be hands-on, with a significant amount of time spent engaging in pilot operation and troubleshooting.  Successful candidates will be results-driven, ambitious, organized, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.  

This is a paid full time (40 hr/wk) in person position located in Somerville, MA. 

• Daily operation of pilot system, controlled with a PLC system through an HMI 
• Perform necessary pre-operation and end of shift activities to ensure proper equipment start-up and operation on multiple pieces of equipment. This will include reactors, pumps, agitators, filter presses, etc.  
• Participate in the sample prep, analysis and interpretation of lab and pilot scale data. 
• Participate in downstream product processing  
• Document process operations  
• Perform hands-on troubleshooting and repair of pilot equipment  
• Perform routine investigative tear downs of process equipment to capture physical materials characteristics  
• Facilitate installation and assembly of new equipment. 
• Maintain pilot plant conditions in a fashion that facilitates cleanliness and productivity 
• Move reasonably sized drums of chemicals and packages of raw materials by hand or using a hand pallet jack (no forklift operation) 

• Actively pursuing a degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial engineering or a related field  
• A strong sense for chemical safety, organization, and attention to detail.  
• Previous internship and/or lab experience  
• Ability to make keen observations on process anomalies, recommend process improvements, and articulate findings. 
• Knowledge of and passion for applying engineering fundamentals to chemical plant design and operation 
• Able to lift objects up to 50 lb, climb ladders, and work on step stools 
• Ability to pay close attention to detail, focusing on accuracy and quality, without losing sight of the bigger picture. 
• A strong sense for chemical safety, organization, and attention to detail.  
• Previous internship and/or lab experience  
• Ability to make keen observations on process anomalies, recommend process improvements, and articulate findings. 
• 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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