Process Engineer - Calipatria CA Piper Maddox is partnering with an exciting biotechnology energy company based in California, that uses engineered microalgae to produce low-carbon liquid fuels at commercial scale. They are currently growing operations, engineering, and science teams, and are looking for a Process Engineer that will help bring the technology online. This is a rare opportunity to help launch a new category in the multi-billion-dollar SAF and liquid-fuels markets from the ground up. Key Responsibilities: Lead hands-on downstream processing operations, including dewatering, centrifugation, filtration, cell lysis, and extraction to support pilot-scale production and commercial scale-upSupport commissioning, startup, troubleshooting, and optimization of process equipment while responding to operational issues and implementing process improvementsAnalyze production data, investigate process deviations, and drive continuous improvements to maximize reliability, efficiency, and product qualityDevelop and maintain SOPs, batch records, operating procedures, and other process documentation to ensure safe and consistent plant operationsPartner with engineering, R&D, and operations teams to scale the microalgae platform into commercial renewable diesel and SAF production while growing into operations leadership and mentoring junior team members Background: 4–8 years in process engineering, ideally downstream bioprocessing — algae, fermentation, food/feed, or comparable bio-based manufacturingGenuinely hands-on — running the equipment, not just specifying it. Dewatering, centrifugation, filtration, lysis, extraction at pilot or commercial scaleHas supported commissioning and start-up work and can troubleshoot deviations as first responderDisciplined on documentation — SOPs, batch records, run data — and can turn performance data into improvementsChemical engineering degree is a plus. Comfortable in an outdoor production environment and with the physical side of the workWill grow into schedule and operations management as the technician team builds out, with scope to mentor a junior engineer

My client is a rapidly growing advanced energy and engineering technology company developing next-generation nuclear systems. As the organization continues to expand its reactor development efforts, they are seeking multiple Graphite Engineers across various experience levels to support the design, evaluation, and qualification of graphite materials and components used in advanced reactor technologies. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-funded, mission-driven organization at an exciting stage of growth and innovation. Key Responsibilities Support the design, analysis, and qualification of graphite components for advanced reactor systems.Evaluate graphite material properties including thermal conductivity, strength, oxidation resistance, creep behavior, and dimensional stability.Perform engineering analyses to assess graphite performance in high temperature and irradiation environments.Support material selection, supplier evaluations, and procurement specifications.Develop material qualification plans, testing requirements, and technical documentation.Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams including mechanical, thermal, nuclear, and systems engineering.Prepare engineering reports, calculations, and licensing support documentation.Participate in technical reviews and contribute to the development of next-generation reactor technologies. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. Master's degree or Ph.D. preferred.Openings are available for engineers ranging from early career through senior and principal levels.Experience with graphite, carbon-based materials, ceramics, or other high temperature materials preferred.Knowledge of nuclear-grade graphite, HTGRs, advanced reactors, or nuclear materials is highly desirable.Understanding of irradiation effects, oxidation behavior, fracture mechanics, creep, or materials characterization is a plus.Familiarity with ASME standards, NRC regulations, or nuclear licensing processes is beneficial.Experience with engineering analysis tools such as ANSYS, Abaqus, COMSOL, MATLAB, or Python is preferred.

Posizione: HSE Manager Sede: Friuili-Venezia Giulia, Italia (on-site) Retribuzione: €40,000 - €50,000 + Bonus + Pacchetto BenefitL'AziendaL’azienda è specializzata nella realizzazione di impianti fotovoltaici fino a 100MW e dispone di un importante pipeline di progetti in fase di sviluppo, a supporto della sua espansione nel mercato italiano. L’obiettivo è quello di affermarsi come uno dei principali EPC in Italia, con una forte presenza nel settore delle energie rinnovabili. Attualmente sono attivi progetti tra i 10 e i 35MW distribuiti su tutto il territorio nazionale.Competenze chiave: Garantire la piena conformità alle normative italiane vigenti, alle direttive dell'Unione Europea, agli standard del cliente e alle politiche aziendali in materia di HSE.Agire come principale punto di riferimento per i team di progetto, i subappaltatori, i clienti e le autorità locali in relazione a tutti gli aspetti HSE e ai requisiti normativi.Supervisionare la gestione HSE in cantiere, coordinando audit, ispezioni, attività di monitoraggio e verifiche durante le fasi di costruzione e commissioning.Condurre le indagini su incidenti e infortuni, effettuando l'analisi delle cause radice (root cause analysis) e definendo le relative azioni correttive e preventive.Supportare la governance HSE, la predisposizione della reportistica e le iniziative di miglioramento continuo nell'ambito dei progetti e delle attività operative.Garantire il rispetto delle procedure interne e delle policy aziendali. Requisiti: Ottima conoscenza della lingua italiana e buona capacità di comunicazione in inglese.Circa 5 anni di esperienza in un ruolo analogo.Solida conoscenza della normativa italiana in materia di Salute, Sicurezza e Ambiente (HSE).Esperienza nel settore fotovoltaico, preferibilmente su impianti utility-scale e/o agrivoltaici.Esperienza diretta in cantiere, con supervisione delle attività operative e coordinamento delle imprese esecutrici.