Uchicago

Staff Research Engineer

Illinois: Chicago · Staff+ · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$110k-$120kDetected 12 days ago

Computer VisionStatisticsProcurementSystems EngineeringResearchLeadershipCommunicationOrganizational Skills

About the role

The Climate Systems Engineering initiative at the University of Chicago seeks an experienced Research Engineer to help bridge the gaps between academic modeling and factual engineering planning of SAI and open-system CDR.
Open-system carbon dioxide removal (CDR) approaches seek to amend natural systems to enhance their capacity to remove and sequester CO2 with the aim of reducing atmospheric CO2 concentrations.
Examples include (i) ocean alkalinity enhancement (OAE) in which alkalinizing materials are added to seawater to increase the ocean's capacity to store inorganic carbon

Establishes conceptual designs for stratospheric deployment aircraft using conventional technologies from the established Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs).
Designs and evaluates aerosol dispersal technology.
Manages engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC)/aerospace firm design subcontracts.
Supports writing white paper and/or peer-reviewed publications, synthesizing pre-existing reports and available information on carbon-neutral quicklime production, as well as other relevant topics.
Designs and evaluates processes and technologies for alkalinizing material dispersal in open-ocean settings.
Assists in designing laboratory experiments testing engineering hypotheses. Manages subcontracts with EPC firms and consultants.
Plans own resources effectively to ensure projects are delivered on time, to standard and to budget.
With a moderate level of guidance, researches, designs and evaluates a variety of mechanical processes and machinery.
Performs development activities including drawing board layout, interpretation and implementation of project specifications and documentation requirements.
Performs other related work as needed.

include a college or university degree in related field.
Industry experience in aerospace, automotive, petrochemical, energy, or related industry.

Climate Systems Engineering Research Initiatives
About the Department
Proficiency in techno-economic analysis (TEA) methodology, including cost estimation, system-level trade-offs, and sensitivity analysis.
Leading or contributing to subcontract management with engineering firms, OEMs, and aerospace contractors.

$110,000.00 - $120,000.00 The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
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Yes The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off.
Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Benefits Eligible

Conducts engineering studies and assigns work to technical staff. Builds knowledge of the organization, processes and customers.

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