Mechanical Engineer

We are always looking for top‑notch engineering talent and experienced project development professionals to join the team.

If you’re interested in building a sustainable climate future with us, send your resume to careersth.

We’re seeking a highly motivated and experienced Mechanical Engineer to join the 280 Earth team. You will play a critical role in designing, optimizing, and scaling up our novel process with real-world impact.

$170k – $230k

• Conceptualize, design, and develop innovative mechanical systems and structures for novel infrastructure projects.
• Utilize advanced CAD software (e.g., Solid Works and Navisworks) to create detailed 3D models, assemblies, and simulations.
• Perform structural analyses and simulations to ensure the safety, reliability, and efficiency of designs.
• Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists, and designers to integrate mechanical systems into complex projects.
• Fabricate and assemble prototypes for testing and validation, iterating on designs based on experimental results.
• Manage and maintain project documentation, including design specifications, test reports, and engineering drawings.
• Contribute to a culture of innovation, creativity, and rigorous experimentation.
• Stay at the forefront of advancements in mechanical engineering, materials science, and related fields.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
• Proven industrial experience in mechanical design and engineering.
• Proficiency in CAD software, specifically Solid Works and Navisworks.
• Strong understanding of mechanical principles, including statics, dynamics, materials science, and thermodynamics.
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex engineering problems creatively and efficiently.

• Experience working on infrastructure projects (e.g., transportation, energy, urban development).
• Expertise in structural engineering and analysis.
• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) software.
• Experience with rapid prototyping technologies (e.g., 3D printing and CNC machining).
• A portfolio of past projects that showcases innovative design and engineering solutions.

This is a full‑time position with a competitive salary and benefits package, including RSUs. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a team that has the potential to revolutionize the climate industry. If you have a passion and a keen interest in sustainable energy solutions, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

280 Earth is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. 280 Earth will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

We’re seeking a highly motivated and experienced Process Engineer to join the 280 Earth team. You will play a critical role in designing, optimizing, and scaling up our novel process with real‑world impact. This role requires a blend of theoretical understanding and hands‑on industrial experience.

$170k – $220k

• Process Development & Optimization: Lead the development, optimization, and scale‑up of a novel process, from pilot plant to demonstration scale.
• Process Design and Optimization: Apply fundamental thermodynamic principles to design and optimize industrial gas processing systems. Perform heat and mass balance calculations across the entire process flow to ensure efficiency, identify areas for improvement, and inform equipment design.
• Equipment Specification and Selection: Specify and select industrial equipment, such as vacuum pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, and other critical components, ensuring alignment with process requirements.
• Process Flow Diagram (PFD) Development: Develop and maintain accurate Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) to represent the evolving process design, ensuring consistency with equipment specifications and safety considerations.
• Instrumentation and Control: Sp…