Wastewater Treatment Engineer

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Crew Carbon Overview

We are a venture-backed, early-stage company developed at Yale University, commercializing research conducted by Prof. Noah Planavsky and Dr. Joachim Katchinoff to utilize key biogeochemical reactions to make positive climate impact while making wastewater treatment more effective. We use our patented technology to enhance the natural power of minerals to help treat wastewater and store carbon dioxide permanently using a low-cost solution combined with best-in-class monitoring and modeling for the robust quantification of CO2 removed. Our approach can provide millions of dollars in chemical cost savings, new revenue streams, and significant climate impact to the wastewater sector. CREW is currently deployed in the US and Germany, with new projects launching across the world.

We are funded by Counteract, ReGen, Ponderosa, Connecticut Innovations and others. We've secured large contracts with the premier buyers of carbon credits through the Frontier Climate Fund (Stripe, Shopify, Autodesk, McKinsey, among others) and have been selected by the Department of Energy as one of the few potential suppliers of high-quality carbon credits to the federal government.

About the Role

The Project Engineer will ensure proper execution and operation of CREW’s technology deployments to achieve CO2 removal (CDR) with our wastewater partners. In this role, you will assess the deployment viability with wastewater facilities through engineering design, data analysis, and interactions with wastewater partners, suppliers/vendors, and engineering services firms. This position is a full-time role, with travel expectations to wastewater partners across US and Europe.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, installation, deployment, and operation of CREW technology for field deployments
• Coordinate with external stakeholders to execute on projects, including engineering and construction companies, suppliers & vendors, and partnering organizations
• Prepare proposals including scope of work, cost estimates, schedules, presentations, and other related engineering project documentation
• Maintain project schedule to ensure consistent progress toward carbon removal milestones
• Conduct and manage fieldwork associated with design and construction services
• Servicing of deployments with CREW science team and contractors which includes but is not limited to: water quality testing, calibration and repair of materials handling and dosing equipment, visual inspections of systems, new installs, etc.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors in chemical, civil, electrical, or environmental, mechanical engineering (or similar field)
• 5+ years of experience in wastewater treatment
• Strong writing, project management, and communication skills
• Proficiency in CAD software for engineering or product design (AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Fusion, etc)
• Experience with design, procurement, and construction of solid materials handling and dosing systems
• Experience overseeing subcontractors and ensuring they deliver on project requirements
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable motor vehicle record
• Startup mindset where adaptability, creativity, agility, and execution are keys to success
• Strong desire to fight climate change

Bonus Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the United States
• Advanced degree in engineering
• Experience with sensor and monitoring systems and automation controls
• Experience with DCS or SCADA integrations

Compensation

Up to $155,000 in base salary with equity option, plus competitive company benefits such as relocation bonus, health insurance, paid time off, and others.

Location

CREW has offices and labs in New Haven, CT and offices in Brooklyn, NY. The ideal candidate will be in-person.

Why Work At Crew Carbon?

• According to recent research, the global water and wastewater treatment market size was valued at $323+ billion in 2023 and is projected to grow to $617+ billion by 2032; North America dominated the water and wastewater treatment market with a market share of 38.67% in 2023.
• According to McKinsey & Company, the carbon removal (CDR) market could become a trillion-dollar industry, potentially reaching up to $1.2 trillion by 2050, highlighting the significant economic opportunities within this emerging sector.
• We utilize the extensive infrastructure present in wastewater treatment systems to provide robust, empirical, and durable carbon dioxide removal through enhanced weathering, while delivering process benefits to our partners; our process was patented while at Yale University, with patents granted by the US Patent Office and global filings already in place.
• We have assembled a team of experts in climate and wastewater, and we are supported by expert partners (Pacific Northwest National Labs, Department of Energy, Carbon to Sea Initiative, Yale University)
• We have completed a successful pilot and have built many thousands of tons of CDR capacity, with several new deployments coming online in Q32024

Highlights

• CREW has won a large carbon credit contract with the premier buyer of carbon credits, the Frontier Climate Fund in Winter 2022
• CREW was selected as 1 of 24 companies by the US Department of Energy in 2024 to be a potential supplier of high-quality carbon credits to the federal government, who could be one of CREW's largest carbon credit buyers.
• CREW was highlighted as an “Innovation of the Month” by United States Senator, Chris Murphy.
• CREW was selected by ImagineH2O , the leading water sector innovation accelerator.
• CREW was highlighted by Business Insider as “One of the Most Promising Climate-Tech Startups of 2023.”

Crew Carbon is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We have strict wage minimums, generous benefits, and personal leave policies. Our goal is to provide safe, rewarding, and empowering work environments for all who interact with our company.