Senior Mechanical Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design mechanical and electromechanical solutions for next-generation production pyrolyzers, considering maintenance, operator experience, and interfacing systems.
• Scale existing pyrolysis technology to higher throughputs and develop first-of-their-kind test articles for R&D.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve mechanical system malfunctions and performance gaps through root cause analysis.
• Develop and execute test plans and commissioning campaigns to validate system performance.
• Collaborate with electrical, software, and mechanical engineers to integrate systems into the broader pyrolysis platform.
• Provide occasional on-call support for production operations to resolve critical equipment issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 5-8 years of experience designing, building, and supporting complex mechanical systems.
• Proficiency in Onshape CAD.
• Experience creating and reviewing detailed fabrication and assembly drawings with strong configuration control.
• Strong understanding of heat transfer, sensor/actuator selection, and translating requirements into engineering solutions.
• Familiarity with fabrication processes, piping standards, and the mechanical integration of process systems.
• Hands-on experience with mechanical assembly, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across Electrical, Controls, Manufacturing, and Fabrication teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• M.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with process piping and vessel design in high-temperature or industrial environments.
• Experience working with electromechanical systems and material handling equipment.

Benefits

• Equity ownership through stock options.
• 100% employer-covered healthcare premiums.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) with a 50% match on contributions up to 6%.
• Paid leave, including parental and medical leave.
• Annual professional development stipend and PPE/workwear allowances.

About the Company

Charm Industrial is on a mission to return the atmosphere to 280 ppm CO₂. We convert excess inedible biomass into carbon-rich bio-oil and inject it into underground storage for permanent carbon removal. We are a team of ambitious, hands-on problem solvers dedicated to tackling the climate crisis at scale.