Full-time

Senior R&D Engineer - Catalyst Development

Posted by CarbonLume • kitchener, region of waterloo, Canada

📍 kitchener, region of waterloo 🕒 June 05, 2026

About the Role

Drive innovation at CarbonLume as a Senior R&D Engineer focusing on reactor engineering and catalyst development in a hands-on setting. Lead projects from prototype to pre-pilot in a dynamic, team-driven environment.

In this pivotal role, you will work closely with the CEO and advisors while overseeing reactor design and scale-up efforts. You will utilize multiphysics modeling tools such as COMSOL and Aspen to conduct simulations, and perform catalyst formulation, screening, and testing. This position also includes managing junior researchers and coordinating with external partners.

Key Responsibilities:
• Design mechanical, optical, and process aspects of photoreactors
• Run multiphysics simulations for reactor performance optimization
• Develop BOM and oversee gas-handling skid operations
• Lead catalyst formulation, screening, and post-reaction characterization
• Conduct operando diagnostics for reactor measurements

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