Sublime Systems

Electrochemistry R&D Co-op

Somerville, MA, US

In-personInternshipNo Previous Experience, Early Career

3 months ago

About the Job

Sublime is advancing a breakthrough, clean, efficient, low-waste process for manufacturing cement, the essential ingredient in the most-consumed human-made material on Earth: concrete. Replacing 200-year-old manufacturing methods that are reliant on kilns running hotter than lava, our near-ambient-temperature, electrochemical technology manufactures industry-accepted cement and critical minerals. We’re partnering with leading general contractors, concrete producers, developers, and technology hyperscalers to deploy our clean, durable, beautiful Sublime Cement® in infrastructure that is defining the future of clean construction. Backed by some of the world’s largest cement producers, leading private investors, and the U.S. Department of Energy, we are assembling a talented, collaborative team that is "amped about cement" (pun intended) and committed to operating on the frontiers of material science, manufacturing, industry, construction, and commercial partnerships, to advance cement innovation that will endure for the next millennium.

Position Overview

Sublime Systems seeks a creative and dynamic R&D Co-op or Intern to contribute to the development of our cement manufacturing process. The co-op or intern will be responsible for conducting electrochemistry research including hands-on lab-scale testing, data analysis, and literature reviews. As a member of Sublime Systems’ R&D team, the R&D co-op or intern will work closely with the company’s experienced researchers and will receive extensive mentorship. This is an exciting opportunity to be on the frontier of transforming how the world makes cement.

The role will focus on electrochemical process optimization and materials characterization.This role is expected to be hands-on, with a significant amount of time spent engaging in lab testing. The ideal candidate will have experience working in chemistry or chemical engineering laboratories. Successful candidates will be results-driven, detail-oriented, organized, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

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

Responsibilities include:

Performing experiments including laboratory-scale testing of electrochemical systems, materials synthesis, and physical or chemical characterization
Analyzing data, interpreting results, and presenting findings to Sublime’s team
Contributing to the development of Sublime’s process through literature reviews
Championing safety, especially in the development and execution of experimental processes
Fostering Sublime Systems’ reputation by delivering innovative solutions
Helping to develop a supportive, innovative, and dynamic company culture

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

Pursuing a B.S. in chemical engineering, materials science, chemistry, or a related field.
Strong knowledge of chemical engineering and chemistry fundamentals.
Able to perform lab work including preparing solutions, setting up and operating laboratory reactors, and carrying out analytical measurements.
Able to lift objects up to 50 lbs.
Familiarity with physical, chemical and electrochemical characterization techniques such as SEM, ICP, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, voltammetry is a plus.
Superior presentation and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to listen, distill information, consult, and suggest new approaches.
Ability to pay close attention to detail, focusing on accuracy and quality, without losing sight of the bigger picture.
Balance, perspective, and a good sense of humor.

Sublime Systems is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, ethnic origin, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Right to Work

Applicants must have the right to work in the country where the role is based. Proof of eligibility may be required during the recruitment process.

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About the Company

Sublime Systems

Somerville, MA, USA

21-50

<div>Sublime Systems is a technology company commercializing affordable, ultra low-carbon cement that can be used in virtually any application under existing standards. Sublime's breakthrough process replaces the industry's legacy fossil fuel-fired kilns with an electrochemical system that operates at ambient temperature and eliminates the use of fossil fuel and limestone, resulting in a zero-carbon, low-embodied energy cement. This technology has the potential to drive gigaton-scale 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 of excellence, creativity, and teamwork, and our motivation to create a better world. </div> <div> </div>