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Climeworks

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Switzerland, Opfikon, Zurich

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Job Description:

Lead Mechanical Engineer role at Climeworks, a leading carbon removal provider. The mission involves leading mechanical design, contractor management, innovation, interface management, and documentation for Direct Air Capture projects.

Job Responsibility:

Lead the development of fit-for-purpose mechanical specifications, design philosophies, and basis of design
Ensure owner requirements are clearly defined, documented, and communicated to contractors, and validate that design assumptions meet operational, safety, and regulatory expectations
Review contractor submissions, enforce owner requirements, provide technical clarifications, and ensure adherence to schedule, quality, safety, and operability
Develop innovative engineering solutions to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or safety
Assure strong integration with process, civil, electrical, and O&M disciplines to achieve seamless and optimized designs
Maintain thorough records of technical decisions, design bases, vendor information, and lessons learned for future operational use

Requirements:

Degree in Mechanical Engineering
At least 10 years of experience in process plants as a mechanical static equipment engineer
Proven expertise in API and ASME equipment such as heat exchangers, columns, pressure vessels, storage tanks, and packaged auxiliary equipment
Hands-on involvement in at least one full-cycle project in the chemical, petrochemical, or renewables industry, covering all phases from FEED and detailed design to construction, commissioning, and start-up
Precise, adaptable, and reliable, with a proactive and solution-oriented approach
Confident in presenting to executive audiences and EPC contractors, translating technical content into clear, actionable information
Fluent in English
Ready to travel up to 60% of the time

What we offer:

25 paid vacation days every year, plus public holidays
Hybrid work setup
Up to 4 weeks of remote work annually within any EU country
Fair base pay paired with an equity package
Inclusive parental leave
Dedicated budget to invest in your professional growth
Referral Rewards

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 07, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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