EDAC Labs Chemical Engineer I Beltsville, MD · Full time Company website

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EDAC Labs makes low cost acid and base, and uses these chemicals to create a circular economy and to decarbonize incumbent industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and optimization of innovative chemical engineering processes.
• Conduct bench-scale experiments, including mineral processing, leaching, precipitation, and solid-liquid separation, to validate new technologies.
• Assemble, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory reactors and experimental equipment.
• Collect and analyze experimental data, maintain accurate laboratory records, and prepare routine technical summaries.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient laboratory environment, ensuring equipment readiness and compliance with safety protocols.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of professional hands-on laboratory experience in chemical research, process development, or related fields, beyond standard academic coursework.
• Experience with wet chemical processes such as leaching, precipitation, chemical separations, hydrometallurgy, or mineral processing.
• Ability to independently execute experiments, analyze data, and maintain accurate records while following laboratory safety protocols.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs (23 kg), with or without reasonable accommodation.

EDAC Labs is a venture-backed, foundation-backed and government-backed startup pursuing decarbonization through carbon removal. EDAC offers employees:

- Employee equity intended to make you a stakeholder in our success

- 100% employee coverage for Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance

- Time To Recharge - 3 weeks paid planned time off (PTO), 6 company holidays

- Kitchen stocked with snacks & drinks

See https://edaclabs.com/careers for more information.