R&D Engineer / Product Development - Climate Tech - Remote

Overview

An opportunity exists for an innovative and hands-on R&D Engineer to drive the development of atmospheric water harvesting technology, progressing projects from concept through to prototype stage. The successful candidate will contribute to transforming new ideas into high-performance systems by applying mechanical and thermal engineering principles.

In Short

• Contribute to a team addressing global water security challenges.
• Develop tangible technology with significant humanitarian and environmental applications.
• Engage in the end-to-end development of next-generation water harvesting systems, from concept to prototype.
• Participate in a dynamic startup environment where contributions directly influence product development.
• Opportunity for equity participation and professional growth within a scaling organization.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's or higher degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• A minimum of five years of relevant experience in Research & Development, product development, or systems engineering, preferably within the fields of water harvesting, HVAC, or climate technology.
• A thorough understanding of heat and mass transfer phenomena, fluid dynamics, and thermodynamics.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience in prototype development, mechanical design, and system testing procedures.
• Familiarity with porous materials (e.g., Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs), Covalent Organic Frameworks (COFs), silica gels) and the principles of adsorption/desorption cycles is advantageous.
• Proficiency with CAD software, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), or simulation tools such as COMSOL or ANSYS is considered a significant asset.
• An independent, resourceful, proactive, and solution-focused approach consistent with a startup environment.

Benefits

• A competitive salary package commensurate with the local cost of living.
• Eligibility for Employee Stock Option Plans (ESOPs) for qualified candidates.
• A standard five-day workweek with provision for flexible working hours.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Annual paid leave entitlement, including a round-trip air ticket to the employee's home country.
• Opportunity to work within a dynamic, mission-oriented team environment offering significant scope for professional development.