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Salary: USD 65,000 - 80,000 / annual
Travertine is an industrial transformation company developing electrochemical technology to recycle sulfate wastes into sulfuric acid and valuable mineral co-products. This enables large-scale circularity in extractive industries while decarbonizing building materials. The company has raised over $29M in capital, including $5M+ in US Federal and State grants, and successfully operated a demonstration plant in Rochester, NY. Travertine is now developing its first commercial phosphate plant—the only new phosphate plant being built on US soil in over 50 years.
As a Process Technician, you will support the advancement of Travertine's cutting-edge electrochemical technology. You will be responsible for setup, operation, monitoring, troubleshooting, and analysis of experimental work packages at lab and pilot scale. Key responsibilities include:
• Setup and perform experiments under supervision of senior colleagues; collect and submit samples; organize, analyze, and report data
• Operate standardized electrochemical devices under guidance of senior personnel
• Maintain continuous device operation through daily check-ins, system monitoring, and periodic performance analysis
• Conduct standardized data analysis of electrolyzer performance with support from senior colleagues
• Troubleshoot issues during experiments to minimize downtime
• Assist with upgrades and maintenance of experimental systems and infrastructure, including piping, pump installation, reactor setup and cleanout
• Work with chemicals and equipment in a safe and thoughtful manner
You will collaborate with an exceptional team of scientists and engineers. Success requires a proactive and responsible mindset to ensure safe, continuous, and stable operation of process development pilot plant infrastructure and electrochemical test stations.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Associate degree or higher in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemistry, materials science, or related field
• Minimum 2+ years of experience in benchtop experiments and/or chemical processes
• Hands-on experience building and maintaining chemical apparatus or unit operations designed for continuous flow processes
• Experience working with chemical lab bench and pilot equipment and processes
• Strong teamwork skills with proactive approach to sharing observations and findings
• Detail-oriented and organized with careful attention to environmental health and safety
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience operating electrochemical devices (electrolyzers for water electrolysis, fuel cells, CO₂ electrolysis, flow batteries, chlor-alkali processes)
• Experience supporting 24/7 continuous operation systems
• Proficiency with machine shop equipment for piping assembly and modifications
• Familiarity with instrumentation and control systems for flow systems
