Principal Development Engineer (80-100%)

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Strategic Technology Leadership: You lead the development of next-generation CO2 collector system architectures,
integrating sorbent and process requirements into scalable, manufacturable solutions.

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Advanced Prototyping & Validation: You drive the prototyping and testing of novel collector concepts and subsystems,
overseeing the full lifecycle from ideation to final validation. You design and lead complex experimental campaigns to
de-risk technologies and accelerate development timelines.

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Cross-Functional Influence: You act as a key interface between sorbent science, process engineering, mechanical
design, and industrialisation. You ensure seamless integration of material and process properties into mechanical
systems, and you champion cross-functional collaboration to scale technologies from lab to industrial deployment.

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Innovation & IP Strategy: You monitor industry trends and emerging technologies, identifying opportunities for
differentiation. You actively contribute to Climeworks’ intellectual property portfolio and help shape our innovation
strategy.

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Mentorship & Technical Excellence: You mentor senior and junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical
excellence, creativity, and continuous learning. You set engineering standards and ensure best practices in design,
prototyping, and documentation.

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Stakeholder Engagement & Program Leadership: You lead strategic initiatives and cross-functional programs, managing
technical and non-technical risks, aligning stakeholders, and ensuring delivery against ambitious goals. You document
key learnings and failures to continuously improve innovation cycles.