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Principal Material Scientist

enVerid Systems

enVerid Systems

Posted on Sep 24, 2024

Manager: Alex Goodwin, SVP Product and Engineering

Location: Westwood, MA (onsite)

About enVerid Systems:

enVerid Systems is a leader in indoor air quality and energy efficiency for commercial buildings. Our Sorbent Ventilation Technology® (SVT) improves indoor air quality, lowers a building’s carbon footprint, and reduces first costs and operating costs for new and existing HVAC systems. enVerid is a commercial-stage start-up backed by leading climate tech venture capital investors including Bill Gates’ Breakthrough Energy Ventures, Arosa Capital Management, and Building Ventures.

Job Overview

As a Principal Material Scientist at enVerid Systems, you will play a pivotal role in advancing our innovative air treatment technologies, overseeing the production and performance of cutting-edge sorbents that enhance indoor air quality and contribute to a sustainable future. This position reports directly to our SVP of Product & Engineering.

Responsibilities

  • Research and develop the performance and appearance of our current sorbent technology
  • Develop new formulations of sorbent materials for air treatment applications
  • Represent enVerid technically to customers and partners and prepare outward facing materials for customer queries and presentations
  • Collaborate closely with the Engineering Team on new product development and testing
  • Oversee our sorbent production process (1-2x per year) and ensure all quality standards are met
  • Lead the quality control and assurance of our sorbent and filter technology
  • Ensure the safety and compliance of sorbent products with relevant standards and codes
  • Evaluate our vendors and supply chain and improve the manufacturing process of our sorbent
  • Maintain detailed documentation of current sorbent production processes and develop backup plans for supply disruptions

Qualifications

  • Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Material Science or equivalent
  • 4 years’ experience in the synthesis and production of organic and inorganic materials
  • Firm understanding of gas sorbents and gas separation processes
  • Practical, working knowledge of organic and inorganic chemistry
  • Highly motivated and self-directed team
  • Exemplifies creativity and resourcefulness in problem-solving
  • Ability to thrive in a startup environment and deliver good business results with minimal resources
  • Exemplifies our company values: collaborative, innovative, reliable, and proactive

Preferred Qualifications

  • Track record of taking new materials from development to production
  • Experience with commercial-scale toll manufacturing of bulk chemicals
  • Experience in manufacturing and working with materials for gas separation and adsorption

To apply, please use the form to the right or email resume and cover letter to bkincaid@enverid.com.