About Zero Carbon SystemsZero Carbon Systems (ZCS) is a clean energy and direct air capture company on a mission to accelerate the transition to a zero carbon future. We are developing and deploying breakthrough technologies designed to reduce atmospheric CO2 at scale, addressing one of the most pressing challenges of our time. Backed by mission aligned investors and led by a team of passionate innovators, ZCS sits at the intersection of cutting edge science and real world impact. We are building a diverse, collaborative, and driven team of individuals who share our commitment to excellence, creativity, and the belief that the work we do today will shape the world of tomorrow. If you are energized by meaningful work and want to be part of a company where your contributions directly advance the clean energy transition, we would love to hear from you.Position OverviewZero Carbon Systems seeks a Senior Engineer, Mechanical to support the design, build, validation, and upgrades of process equipment for Direct Air Capture (DAC) machinery and Pilot Plant at ZCS's Brighton, CO location. Additional responsibilities may include remote engineering and design support for the ZCS demonstration plant. This full‑time, on‑site position reports to the Director of Mechanical Engineering.ResponsibilitiesManage and execute full life cycle development of process and mechanical equipment for DAC facilities and test rigsBuild prototype equipment and design, develop, manufacture, and analyze prototypes and revisions of equipmentSupport installs of company equipment and facilities, including Factory and Site Acceptance Testing and Installation and Operational QualificationPrepare cost estimates, budgets, and schedules for the design, fabrication, and procurement of new equipmentDevelop experiments, design and procure test rigs, execute testing programs, and document results to validate designsIn conjunction with a project management team, manage internal and external stakeholders to deliver projects on time and on budgetWrite technical documentation including Standard Operating Procedures for machine operatorsSupport continuous improvement by facilitating post‑mortem analyses of projects and documenting areas for improvementConduct and participate in design reviews and proactively raise concerns and develop solutions to problemsEvaluate data from test rigs, pilot, and production equipment to determine overall performance, reliability, and safetyOversee and review the work of Junior Engineers and DesignersAbility to travel less than 10% of the time to support offsite activitiesRequirementsAt least 10 years of progressive responsibility designing, modifying, and upgrading custom industrial equipmentProficiency in 2D/3D CAD software with Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD strongly preferredExperience designing equipment for steam use, chemical process equipment, or HVAC equipmentExperience with engineering design and manufacturing tools including Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams, Process Flow Diagrams, Bill of Materials Generation, and Engineering Change OrdersExperience working with remote teamsEffective verbal and written communication skills necessary to deliver detailed technical presentations in support of engineering reviewsPreferred ExperienceExperience working with or for Engineering, Procurement, and Construction companiesExperience working in the carbon capture spaceExperience building first‑of‑a‑kind process equipmentStartup experience and ability to work on cross‑functional teamsSkillsAbility to communicate technical knowledge in a clear and understandable mannerAbility to shift tasks and projects quickly depending on changing company goals and directionAbility and experience to run Finite Element Analysis and Computational Fluid Dynamics simulations and analyze test dataAbility to write clear and comprehensive technical documentation including machine Standard Operating Procedures, Bill of Materials, and technical engineering drawingsSolid understanding of core concepts including fluid dynamics, mechanics, thermodynamics, and materials science, with working knowledge designing equipment within these conceptsAbility to operate hand and power tools in a safe mannerAbility to work a full shift in a fabrication environmentQualificationsBachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering with 7 to 10 years of direct hands‑on experience in mechanical systems design, process equipment design, or a similar rolePhysical RequirementsMust be able to lift and carry equipment as necessaryComfortable working in an on‑site fabrication environment at ZCS's Brighton, CO locationEqual Opportunity EmployerAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Your Right to WorkIn compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.Artificial IntelligenceWe may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.#J-18808-Ljbffr