Sr. Hydrometallurgical Engineer and/or Sr. Chemist

About UsBrimstone was founded in 2019 to stop and reverse the effects of climate change through the production of carbon-neutral Portland cement and supplementary cementitious materials, regardless of the energy source. The cement/concrete industry is a $1T market responsible for 5.5% of GHG or approximately 7.5% of global CO2 emissions. This is the same amount of emissions released by the cars we drive daily. Increased concentrations of greenhouse gases in our atmosphere not only pose a threat to all living things on earth but have a disproportionate impact on disadvantaged communities. 
Through the revolutionary work from our world-class team of scientists and engineers, we are inventing a new process to make ordinary Portland cement and supplementary cementitious materials that is carbon-negative and will be at cost-parity (preferably lower-cost). Our team has made remarkable progress over the last few years and we are looking to scale up!
We’re building an all-star team of sharp, mission-driven, collaborative individuals who take pride in using their diverse skills to contribute to a better world. If you are interested in joining a team of builders, surfers, amateur chefs, podcast-junkies, bibliophiles, dog lovers, and car-campers who wake up every day excited to work on addressing climate change - we are the company for you!
Want to join us in decarbonizing cement? You can help us solve the most urgent, important challenge facing the world today (and have a blast while doing it).
You Should Join Us If You:Are passionate and motivated about our mission to fight climate changeHave an insatiable sense of curiosity and a drive to solve problemsThrive in a fast-paced collaborative startup environment Want to work with a fun, mission-aligned, and values-oriented team

Position Overview

• Plan and perform hydrometallurgical related experiments within defined parameters
• Identify potential safety hazards associated with experiments and implement controls
• Put together standard operating procedures for various tasks
• Collaborate and work with teammates synergistically
• Collaborate with engineering team to plan experimental work and provide necessary data
• Familiarize an master analytical methods and determine best method of analysis various liquid and solid samples
• Present experimental results in reports, presentation and meeting format

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Metallurgical or Materials Engineering, or a closely related engineering field 
• Strong research and development skills 
• Comfortability with concepts of reaction thermodynamics, kinetics, mass balances
• Adequate analytical skills, high math knowledge
• Comfortability with various analytical methods such as wet chemistry, and spectroscopy (e.g. XRF, SEM, XRD, ICP)
• Knowledge of material characterization methods such as classification, particle size distribution, crushing, milling, etc.
• Strong communication skills, including written, verbal, and concise presentation of technical concepts
• Strong affinity for teamwork and interpersonal skills. Ability to take initiative for the advancement of the team.

Desirable Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical or Materials Engineering, or a closely related engineering field
• Familiarity with job and process hazard analyses in the context of chemical process safety
• Comfortable with tools such as Google Drive, Slack, and Notion.

Salary and BenefitsA highly competitive salaryEquity in the companyMedical, Dental, and Vision insurance is 100% covered for employees and dependentsTherapy and Counseling costs are 100% covered A computer of your choiceUp to $10,000 of moving expenses30 days of paid vacation + all federal holidays (9 days) + all days between Christmas and New YearCommuter benefits and public transportation expenses are 100% coveredA fun, diverse, and talented team focus on making the biggest impact possible on climate change
Our Commitment to DiversityBrimstone is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are seeking to build a unique team of individuals and create an environment where all backgrounds and experiences are valued. We credit our success to the different perspectives each team member presents and would never discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability status, or Veteran status.